The cottage cheese boom: How challenger brands are stirring up the category
Meet the new wave of cottage cheese brands disrupting the dairy aisle
Archives for January 16, 2026
Nestlé’s F1 deal signals industry shift
KitKat’s Formula 1 move is more than a gimmick – it marks a potential new trend in confectionery
Whey protein suppliers race to expand capacity amid tight markets
As the glut for advanced protein ingredients continues, where is the extra supply set to come from?
Top tips for global expansion from alcohol-free spirit innovator
As the world’s leading independent non-alcoholic spirits brand, CleanCo knows just how quickly drinking trends are changing...
Conagra charts frozen food trends for 2026
Multigenerational households, protein seekers and inflation-wary diners are driving growth in the freezer aisle
News Bites
From dietary guidelines to cocoa shortages, pressure mounts on CPG brands
This week’s top stories show how nutrition policy debates, shifting views on processing and cocoa supply disruptions are reshaping formulation and sourcing decisions for CPG brands
Clarified choices: How one brand is cutting through the fat confusion for consumers
As Americans navigate a maze of information about the safety and nutrition of oils and tallows, Marianne’s Harvest offers clear labeling and expert guidance for its versatile products
Coca‑Cola’s pivotal year: Portfolio shifts and a new CEO
After a turbulent year, can Coca‑Cola turn momentum into long‑term growth?
Crack it, snack it, recycle it: Packaging that’ll rule 2026
Snack packs are finally starting to look like they belong in 2026 instead of 2006, and the pressure to keep evolving isn’t letting up
Slack-fill suit puts cereal packaging practices in the legal spotlight
A class action filed in California in December accuses General Mills of selling air-heavy cereal boxes, dragging a familiar packaging gripe back into court
Healthier Choices: PepsiCo zero-sugar, Korean citrus and more
PepsiCo zero-sugar, Korean citrus and more feature in this edition of Healthier Choices