A federal definition of ultra-processed foods is in the works, industry weighs in
A unified definition of UPFs could help fill in the nutrition and health gaps that NOVA misses
Archives for July 24, 2025
Unsustainable soy may soon arrive in Europe
A scrapping of the Amazon Soy Moratorium could increase the chances of deforestation-linked soy entering the EU market
Startup Spotlight
Do more with less: How the right partners can supercharge small teams
Startup Fudi Protein’s lean team of two is bringing an alfalfa-based egg white alternative to market fast thanks to strategic collaboration with time tested-experts, open-minded farmers and well-connected investors
IFT FIRST
The natural color boom is here – can suppliers keep up?
As brands ditch synthetic dyes like Red 40, it is not enough to go natural – the colors need to work across formulation, supply chain and stability demands
What’s hot (and not) in grocery
The growth of fresh-format specialty and value groceries reflect shifting consumer shopping preferences rooted in value, convenience and relevance
Opinion
Chocolate at a crossroads: does Nestlé face peak price?
Big food has consistently increased chocolate bar prices as input costs rise, but what do Nestlé’s revenues say about consumers’ appetite to pay more?
Uncle Saba’s Poppadoms: Building a global better-for-you snack brand
Uncle Saba’s Poppadoms has grown from its traditional roots to become a global snack brand sold in 25 countries - this is its story
Nestlé organic growth up but sales down
Nestlé surprises with stronger-than-expected growth, but a sales dip and leadership shake-up hint at deeper challenges
Beef prices up globally: How will meat companies fare?
An imbalance between supply and demand has caused record price highs
India’s TBH rides Asian snackification wave with clean label focus
India better-for-you snack brand TBH plans to expand internationally as it capitalises on the snackification and wellness trends