Mondelēz makes Toblerone Pink Crush permanent in major first
Toblerone Pink Crush is here to stay as confectionery and snacking giant marking major production first
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5 ways GLP-1s are reshaping how consumers eat
The way people eat is changing. This is only the beginning
Restaurants recovering from sales slump with CPG brands
Restaurant spending rose 3.3% year over year in July, according to Bank of America Institute, but chains including Momofuku, Buffalo Wild Wings and Popeyes are still expanding their grocery-store presence
Flavors of the future: Global inspiration meets local innovation
Coffee and tea move beyond function to embrace flavor-forward growth opportunities
Nostalgic flavors, regional preparations and specialty formats are giving consumers new reasons to drink coffee and tea, and brands new ways to build occasions and differentiate products
Flavors of the future: global inspiration meets local innovation
McCormick bets on flavor for growth as food budgets tighten
Spices, condiments and cooking aids are helping consumers make ingredients go further, while younger shoppers’ appetite for global and premium flavors creates longer-term growth opportunities
Flavors of the future: global inspiration meets local innovation
Letter from the editor: Flavors of the future
From Filipino ube to North African harissa – how are global flavors shaping CPG innovation and what ingredients are leading the charge?
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
What’s holding organic back? The industry takes its case to Congress
Organic industry stakeholders press lawmakers on domestic production, infrastructure, farm relief and enforcement as the sector works to grow beyond $76 billion
Grocery inflation is easing but relief may be temporary
Rising supply chain costs could reignite food inflation later this year
Nestlé Russia under state control: What happens next?
As the dust settles on Russia’s takeover of Nestlé’s local operations, analysts warn the move could reshape how multinationals assess risk in the country
From protein to lactose-free: US dairy’s growth engines
With dairy retail sales benefitting from health and wellness trends such as weight management and increased protein consumption, which categories have the biggest growth runway?
Whole Foods CEO warns supply constraints could hinder organic industry’s next $24B
Organic sales reached $76.6 billion in 2025, but Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel says supply constraints, producer economics and price perceptions could determine how quickly the market reaches $100 billion
HHS’ RFK Jr supports organic as Trump administration backs regenerative agriculture
HHS Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr told organic industry leaders he would do “anything and everything” to help the sector grow, while distinguishing USDA Organic from the Trump administration’s growing focus on regenerative agriculture
Grocery shoppers embrace AI research, but not AI buying agents
Consumers increasingly use AI to compare food and beverage products and find deals, though most remain reluctant to let AI agents reorder groceries or complete purchases
Gut health and the $71bn question: What comes next?
From personalised nutrition to GLP-1-friendly foods, gut health is entering a new era
Alternative proteins have disappointed investors – but it’s not the end
Taste and affordability challenges have dented consumer uptake and limited the category’s commercial potential. Can the sector’s fortunes turn?
From fun to function: Hershey’s adopts innovation strategy to drive year-round engagement
Hershey is accelerating product development, expanding into functional snacking and tapping cultural moments beyond major holidays to create more consistent, sustainable growth
From trend-chasing to execution: 5 lessons for the food industry
Food innovation is moving beyond trend-chasing, with recent developments showing how brands are turning consumer shifts into viable products and strategies
Africa beckons: 3 key insights for food firms eyeing the next billion
As an emerging market, Africa is often less mentioned than regions like Asia and Latin America — but there is a huge consumer population here for food firms to unlock
Beverages dominate the fastest growing brands in US
Beverage brands dominate the US market’s 25 fastest-growing brands in 2026, despite a challenging year for overall brand growth.
Kroger’s sales growth slows as Cyclospora, drug-price changes weigh on Q2
Produce sales suffered during the Cyclospora outbreak, while Inflation Reduction Act-related pharmacy changes created a larger drag on comparable sales
Japan Focus: Earthquake label reprieve, Kirin decarbonisation and Roku Gin’s Noryo Tea
This week’s Japan Focus covers emergency food labelling measures in earthquake-struck Kumamoto, Kirin’s low-carbon transition costs, Suntory’s seasonal Roku Gin packaging, and the latest developments in premium beer and dairy-free ice cream
APAC Agri-Food Innovation Summit
Beyond innovation: Why adoption is the real challenge for Asia’s food future
From agricultural advances to new nutrition trends, experts believe adoption will depend on education, accessibility and optimising for consumer needs
Is food investing enough in climate adaptation?
As heat and drought hit production, climate change is no longer a future threat to prepare for, but a present reality to adapt to
Food inflation may look tame, but rising CPG input costs suggest otherwise
August PPI data show relatively little movement in final-demand food prices, but sharp increases in grains, oilseeds, confectionery, diesel and select packaging inputs could put pressure on food and beverage makers in the months ahead
Twinings and Ovaltine expected to impact profit for Associated British Foods
The weather features heavily in Q4 update and predictions for the financial year ahead
Cadbury x Oreo: Do collaborations and health claims still drive growth?
Cadbury and Oreo embrace collaboration trend with Cadbury Delights Oreo launch, but do health claims go a step too far?
What’s the difference between effective and attractive packaging?
The fine line between effective and attractive packaging comes down to how brands use design elements to stand out on crowded shelves while solving shoppers’ problems within seconds
From breadbasket to growth market: How Grupo Bimbo, Nestlé and General Mills are redrawing LATAM’s food map
Turning LATAM’s abundant resources into growth will demand resilient farms, local production and sharper market choices
Canada’s tariff retaliation puts US food and agriculture industries in a bind
Dairy and steel groups back aggressive US trade action, while broader agriculture groups warn that escalating tariffs and retaliation could threaten critical export markets
Is traditional snack advertising becoming obsolete?
Campbell’s is putting 85% of its working media budget into digital channels, reflecting Big Food’s changing approach to how brands are built and sold
CPGs could get relief from packaging claims patchwork, but with strings attached
Two bipartisan bills advancing in Congress would establish national standards for recyclable and recycled-content claims, but environmental advocates are challenging their approach to mass balance and state preemption
Campbell’s Co slashes dividend, cuts jobs and raises prices in $500M savings push
The Campbell’s Company expects another year of declining sales and earnings as it launches a savings program, reshapes its portfolio and steps up investment behind its strongest brands
Are consumers right to be concerned about food prices?
A combination of global crises, both human and natural, has already impacted food prices and will likely affect them further
The next retail media win may not come from Amazon
A diverse retail media strategy can bring strong returns for brands of all sizes
Why are consumers choosing simplicity in meals?
Five-minute meals and protein drive 2026 eating trends
Foremost Farms to shut major cheese site
Shifting consumer demand and changing market dynamics have led the co-op to re-think its product mix
Beyond ‘GLP-1 friendly’: The nutrition opportunity food brands are missing
Health experts point to muscle, bone and cardiovascular health as key priorities for consumers taking GLP-1 medications and navigating midlife, creating opportunities for food and beverage brands to connect functional nutrition with consumer education
Is the snack market slowing? How changing habits are reshaping the industry
Despite strong growth forecasts, questions are emerging over the future of the snacking sector
Innovation, trust and health credentials fuel growth for world’s leading non-alcoholic drinks brands
Leading non-alcoholic drinks brands are differentiating themselves through innovation, health credentials, portfolio expansion and consumer trust, according to a new report.