Inside the $1.1bn pumpkin spice economy: Fall’s flavor forecast for 2025
Pumpkin spice still anchors autumn, but fatigue is setting in. With cinnamon, caramel and citrus surging, makers must balance nostalgia with novelty to win fall 2025
Archives for August 19, 2025
Kraft Heinz rumoured split: Lessons for Big Food
Industry insiders say troubled merger is a cautionary tale to brands chasing scale over strategy
Can AI and automation change the game in beverage manufacturing?
While AI technology may grab the headlines, automation still propels most of the efficiency gains in manufacturing. But both technologies can certainly alleviate workforce worries
Why manufacturers should note rising PCOS levels
With 1 in 10 women affected by polycystic ovary syndrome, savvy brands can fill a growing dietary need, but solutions need scientific support
Tariffs in flux: What CPG brands need to know about ‘unavailable natural resources’ and cost pressures
The uncertainty and volatility of the US tariff environment are pushing CPG brands to navigate higher input costs while waiting for potential relief on essential commodities
Retail realities: Modest food and beverage growth amid shifting consumer priorities
Divergence across income and demographic groups, heightened health consciousness and evolving definitions of value are reshaping retail strategies
Grocery sales hold strong for now, but impact from tariffs looms
As new tariffs take effect on food imports, retailers and brands face a delicate balance: sustaining consumer demand through promotions and brand loyalty while preparing for gradual price increases
Britain’s babies fed a diet of ultra-processed cereals and snacks, say researchers
A University of Leeds study found baby cereals and snacks dominated by UPFs (ultra-processed foods), with sugar-laden puffs and bars misled as ‘healthy’, leaving parents duped and kids primed for poor health
The world’s most valuable beverage brands
Which brands make the top 10 non-alcoholic drinks and why?
What makes a GLP-1-friendly yogurt drink? Danone tells all
By formulating a dairy drink that specifically caters for weight loss medication users, Danone has set a new standard with Oikos Fusion
What’s new in dairy? New product launches
We take a look at some of the notable new releases in recent weeks . . .
Opinion
GLP-1 users are undernourished: why F&B needs to fill the gap
Nutrient gaps in GLP-1 diets present a challenge and an opportunity for the food industry
Opinion
Don’t let surprises derail your product launch
Launching a new food product? Without the right data, your investment’s at risk
Break free from the cold chain: Dairy solutions for Southeast Asian market
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Expanding dairy presence across Southeast Asia can be challenging due to short shelf-life and cold chain distribution. Is refrigeration-free yogurt the solution?
Ritter Sport taps pack variety and Dubai Chocolate craze for APAC push
Ritter Sport is leveraging the Dubai Chocolate craze and its expertise in multi-variety products to grow appeal with diverse consumer groups in APAC
Dark stores and deep risks: What APAC can learn from India’s Q-commerce
India’s Zepto license suspension exposes hygiene and safety risks as APAC markets embrace rapid delivery and dark store models
Calling all start-ups: Global Food Tech Awards seeking future food leaders
Start-ups can now enter the APAC Heat of the Global Food Tech Awards 2025, showcasing innovations from AI to personalised nutrition, until September 30