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Archives for July 22, 2025
Opinion
Enough is enough! Let plant-based products use meaty names
The European Commission is once again attempting to police plant-based language
Olive oil industry bounces back following drought and disease
After years of crisis, the olive oil industry is recovering with a strong harvest and bold sustainability moves
Cheese trends: American cheese slumps, specialty thrives
US shoppers seek to elevate their cheese experience by exploring new flavors and formats
ADM reveals what drives functional food & beverage innovation
Consumers are prioritizing wellness through everyday foods and drinks – ADM’s latest insights show how sensory cues like flavor and color are shaping the next wave of functional innovation
Is GRAS reform imminent? Lawmakers and regulators push for tighter food safety oversight
Proposed legislation would require manufacturers to notify FDA of GRAS determinations, mandate public comment periods and require routine post-market reassessment of chemicals in food and packaging
Summer Fancy Food Show
5 macro trends shaping specialty food retail
National distributor Kehe spotlighted five emerging macro trends that reflect how consumers are redefining health, flavor and value in the specialty food space
Is Pepsi Prebiotic Cola a ‘game-changer’ or just late to the game?
The beverage giant’s new cola adds fiber and leans on the cache of cane sugar — but faces stiff competition from a wave of early movers with cult-like followings
ASEAN Focus: MILO turns 75, Philippines rice instability and more
MILO turns 75, Philippines rice instability and more feature in this edition of ASEAN Focus
India’s SGG bets on healthy snacks with 2028 US$5.8m target
SGG’s snack brand To Be Honest is targeting US$5.8m in revenue by 2028, tapping rising demand for better-for-you options in India’s booming health snack sector
Brazil nuts: Boosting health, forests, and livelihoods
Brazil nuts offer more than nutrition – they also protect rainforests and support local communities
‘Conscious consumption’: The triple threat trend food brands should be prioritising
Food brands in the APAC region must align with the global rise of ‘conscious consumption’ — where consumers prioritise health, wellness, and sustainability — in order to remain competitive