EU dairy hit by Chinese tariffs: All you need to know
EU dairy exporters face new border duties as China seeks to shield its domestic industry amid oversupply and falling prices
Archives for January 5, 2026
France bans imports of foods containing EU-prohibited pesticides
The measure aims to protect French farmers from ‘unfair competition’
Retailers are reshaping access to healthy and affordable diets
Although top retailers highlight affordability and health, healthier products tend to be more expensive and promotional strategies are not typically used to drive their sales
Italian-made pasta dodges crushing US tariffs – for now
The Commerce Department sharply reduced proposed anti-dumping duties on 13 Italian pasta brands, easing fears of product pullouts by major brands including Garofalo and La Molisana ahead of a final ruling in March
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Consumers are ready to say ‘yes’ to ingredients again – if brands give them a reason
New insights from Cargill reveal a shift from fear-based food decisions to a more intentional, benefits-driven mindset that is reshaping how consumers consider health, indulgence and value when buying food and beverages
Performance nutrition booms as ‘everyday athletes’ take over
How the ‘everyday athlete’ is powering up performance nutrition
Food fraud cases surge worldwide as prevention efforts fail
A fresh wave of food fraud is sweeping the globe. What can be done to stop it
Will GLP-1s go big in Europe in 2026?
The use of weight-loss drugs could become more widespread in the continent, shaping the food and beverage market
How to rethink visibility as HFSS advertising bans take effect
The UK’s HFSS ad restrictions are now live – forcing many producers to rethink how they stay visible, relevant and competitive
Top beverage trends for 2026
What are the top trends defining soft drinks in the coming year and beyond?
Middle East focus: Our top 10 Middle East stories in 2025
We reveal the top 10 Middle East food and beverage stories of 2025, including Saudi Arabia’s rapid market evolution, rising regional manufacturing investment and changing consumer demand