Sprouts Farmers Market rethinks pricing playbook after cuts delivers mixed results
The retailer says lower prices moved products but had less impact on traffic than expected, leading it to double down on personalization and targeted promotions
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Can dairy retain its bioactive benefits without sacrificing food safety?
By preserving naturally occurring milk exosomes that conventional processing often destroys, biotech startup Exosomm says it can help manufacturers deliver clinically relevant bioactive benefits without compromising food safety, shelf life or scalability
The new beverage battleground is in AI recommendations vs. shelf space
AI is recognizing brands that solve a problem, according to new data
How are better-for-you snacks outpacing conventional offerings?
High protein is here to stay while consumers seek fresh, whole foods as part of their healthier snack routine
Blurred boundaries: How sports nutrition brands can stay competitive
As food and supplements increasingly converge, experts say sports nutrition brands must sharpen health messaging and create new consumption occasions to stay competitive.
Tate & Lyle shareholders vote in favour of £2.7bn Ingredion acquisition
Another stage of the acquisition is now complete, with more to come
Emerging markets save the day for Unilever
Unilever sees modest Foods growth while progressing McCormick combination
Grupo Bimbo: The bread giant that isn’t afraid of the store brand
Grupo Bimbo says it’s thriving alongside private label’s rise across the US grocery aisle, even as store brands outsell it in parts of its own core bread category
As AI carts enter stores, brands face a new battle for visibility
Are AI carts helping brands sell more products, or are they helping shoppers become smarter, more value conscious buyers?
6 ways a hotter Europe is transforming food and drink
Climate change is no longer a future threat for Europe’s food and drink. It’s already here, and it’s reshaping the way European food and drink operates
Middle East Focus: Agthia’s Fuell, Iran-US war and UAE Nutri-Mark
Agthia’s Fuell, Iran-US war and UAE Nutri-Mark feature in this edition of Middle East Focus
Are global coffee sustainability strategies falling short?
Coffee sustainability worldwide is at a crossroads, as prices fluctuate and concerns grow over climate change, farmer incomes and long-term supply resilience
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American Egg Board builds next generation of egg-based CPG
The AEB’s Eggcelerator Lab and Founder Cohort program aim to incubate food companies that incorporate eggs into their formulations
Retailers rethink SNAP strategy as enrollment and spending decline
As SNAP enrollment shrinks, retailers rethink value, convenience and e-commerce
Will coffee prices continue to rise?
A flurry of trading activity has led to a boost in coffee prices
EFSA slashes TFA safety limits amid food contamination concerns
EFSA significantly lowers safe intake level for trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) as a result of “new scientific evidence”
Unilever-McCormick merger: Anti-trust consultation begins
The deal will be scrutinised for its impact on competition
CEO shuffle at Syngenta nets ADM a new executive
Agriculture company Syngenta names a new leader in anticipation of its Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing, with its former chief executive leaving to ADM
From Three Square Meals to the Snack Universe
The traditional three-meal day falls from favour as consumers choose spontaneous snacking
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor: The next chapter for specialty food
From gut health and protein to olive oil, pantry staples and retail strategy, this special edition explores how brands are transforming specialty foods into everyday essentials
Energy drinks face growing global scrutiny over health concerns and youth consumption
Energy drinks and caffeine-based beverages are facing growing scrutiny worldwide, with regulators introducing tighter restrictions amid concerns over their health impacts and increasing consumption among younger people.
Creatine, GLP-1s, gut health and sleep: How storytelling opens new opportunities in sports nutrition
As the lines blur between sports nutrition and wellness, demand for traditional performance ingredients is booming. But sports nutrition brands are increasingly challenged by niche specialists that excel at emotive storytelling and lifestyle positioning.
Over the Moo, Oreo and Dippin’ Dots chill out with summer’s coolest launches
This summer’s frozen launches are answering an industry-wide call for convenience that doesn’t compromise on quality
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Beyond dairy: New Zealand seeks to expand global F&B acclaim
New Zealand may be best recognised globally for the quality of its dairy exports, but the island nation plans for more of its food and nutrition products to gain international renown
聚焦中国：伊利布局健康老龄化、电商与运动营养、理性享乐等
本期探讨伊利在老年营养领域的创新战略、电商渠道的运动营养业务增长、把握理性享乐时代机遇等内容
政策精读：印尼棕榈油、印度食品安全与阿联酋 Nutri-Mark 营养标签
本期“政策精读”涵盖印尼棕榈油、印度食品安全及阿联酋 Nutri-Mark 营养标签相关内容
聚焦中东：王老吉在沙特的增长、东盟清真与卡乐比包装
本期“聚焦中东”涵盖王老吉在沙特的增长、东盟清真及卡乐比包装相关内容
Healthier Choices: Calbee granola, PepsiCo nutrition and no-caffeine tea
Calbee granola, PepsiCo nutrition and caffeine-free tea feature in this edition of Healthier Choices
Bob’s Red Mill turns to ingredient selection to reduce environmental impact
As food companies seek measurable ways to demonstrate sustainability progress, attention is increasingly shifting upstream to the farm
The next grocery battle isn’t price – it’s relevance
A new phase of grocery shopping is emerging, one that will push brands to compete on relevance rather than rely on inflation-driven dollar growth, private-label gains or consumers trading down
4 Asian markets that beat cultural barriers to cut food waste
Consumer attitudes to food waste are tied to culture, but these Asian markets show this can be overcome to support sustainability targets
Gen Alpha and Beta: Confectionery’s next battleground
Freeze-dried sweets, bold flavours, Roblox activations and AI-powered engagement – the forces reshaping confectionery innovation as brands look beyond Gen Z
ニュープロテイン ウオッチ：Betagroのチキンヌードル、Thai Unionのスナック、生豆乳
今月のNew Protein Watchでは、Betagroのチキンヌードルとイノベーション、Thai Unionのスナック戦略、現代のフレッシュ豆乳を取り上げています。
中東フォーカス：WALOVIのサウジアラビアでの成長、ASEANのハラール市場、カルビーのパッケージ
今月のMiddle East Focusでは、WALOVIのサウジアラビアでの成長、ASEANのハラール市場、カルビーのパッケージを取り上げます
スタートアップ スポットライト：ACV、エナジードリンク、美容ゼリー
今月のStart-up Spotlightでは、ACV、エナジードリンク、美容ゼリーを取り上げています
Aero meets Milkybar as Nestlé bets on brand power
Nestlé combines two iconic brands as collaborations gain traction in confectionery
PepsiCo doubles down on turnaround strategy as gas prices pressure consumers
Executives say higher gas prices, not flaws in the company’s affordability, innovation and away-from-home strategy, constrained volumes
Confectionery’s innovation dilemma: Doing more with less
Rising costs, changing consumer demands and fast-moving trends are reshaping confectionery innovation. But what does it take to stand out?
Summer Fancy Food Show
Gut health enters a new phase as brands move beyond probiotics
Consumer demand for more targeted digestive benefits for different usage occasions is driving innovation across yogurt, fermented foods and traditional botanicals, while raising the stakes for education
Terry Smith accuses Unilever of misleading shareholders
Former Unilever shareholder Terry Smith accuses multinational of misleading investors over planned Foods merger with McCormick