5 ways algae could transform the future of food and drink
Consumers are warming to algae. Are we onto the next big thing in sustainable food and drink?
Archives for November 11, 2025
Breaking down the ‘rapid hydration’ trend
A swathe of new products are emerging that promise to ‘rapidly hydrate’ consumers. But what does the term actually mean?
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Beyond Meat and Meati 2.0: How D2C can help their recovery strategies
As plant-based pioneers navigate financial hurdles, direct-to-consumer channels are emerging as a key tool for reconnecting with shoppers and testing new products
Born Simple launches premium boxed meals designed to build consumer trust
By combining short ingredient lists with long shelf life, Born Simple’s Better Bowls show how packaging, processing and protein can align to meet modern expectations for clean convenience
60 Years of the Pillsbury Doughboy: 3 Lessons in brand longevity and digital innovation
From AR experiences to influencer partnerships, Pillsbury’s 60-year-old icon shows how heritage brands can stay fresh by fusing emotional equity with digital innovation
Saffron Road’s seed oil-free certification aims to ‘level up’ frozen aisle
Frozen entrée manufacturer Saffron Road expands its clean label positioning with its Seed Oil Free certification, a move that reflects both evolving consumer awareness and the brand’s long-term strategy around ingredient transparency
Is the global cocoa crisis driving up demand for alt-ingredients?
As global cocoa supplies remain volatile, beset by climate change, geopolitical volatility and disease, can alternative ingredients deliver the same chocolate experience?
Nutri-Score ‘most effective’ nutrition label for Saudi consumers
Nutri-Score has outperformed other internationally recognised labelling systems in a Saudi context, a new study has confirmed
Malaysia-US Trade Agreement: Food Sector Implications
Malaysia’s latest trade deal with the United States could have significant impacts for the food sector – but not so soon, and not all will benefit