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The best of both worlds: Making blended foods work
Blended foods promise the best of both worlds, but getting them right is no easy feat. Discover the science behind creating hybrid products that deliver on taste, texture, and sustainability
Archives for September 16, 2025
Global cheese market to hit $178.5bn by 2035
Cheese sales are soaring, with fast food growth, premiumisation, and health-focused innovation driving demand
Sustainable September
Agricultural sustainability grants up for grabs
The USDA, National Geographic Society and Growing Justice Fund offer funding to strengthen food production
Ferrero chooses New York cupcake disruptor for spooky collab: ‘This is a pinch me moment’
For Melissa Ben-Ishay, teaming up with Ferrero is a Halloween treat. But the Baked by Melissa CEO knows collabs are more than fun – they’re fueling serious business growth
California’s UPF school ban heads to Gov. Newsom’s desk, sparks divided reactions
The legislation received bipartisan support to ban ultra-processed foods in California public schools and is on its way to Gov. Gavin Newsom, while industry stakeholders express mixed support on economy, school infrastructure and nutrition
Alternative materials market strengthens as sustainability declines
As the need for alternatives becomes clearer, sustainability fades into the background
Sweet spot for CPGs: Cargill maps how shoppers define joy across baked goods
Joy is universal, but Cargill’s insights show CPGs must fine-tune baked goods by format, department and occasion
Mouthfeel matters: Speaking the same sensory language to transform F&B formulation
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Language surrounding mouthfeel is one of the biggest barriers in mouthfeel science. How can brands overcome this language gap to create the products consumers desire?
Unilever appoints new CFO
Unilever has named Srinivas Phatak as its new CFO, following a global search
Science Shorts: Freeze-dried tech, Global Food Tech Awards APAC and more
Freeze-dried tech, Global Food Tech Awards APAC and more feature in this edition of Science Shorts
Blended proteins show promise for Asia’s food security
NECTAR to unveil consumer insights that may pave the way for mainstream adoption across Asia