The butter price crash: Winners, losers and what comes next
As butter prices collapse, farmers are feeling the sting – but it’s not all bad news for the industry at large
Dairy
Why texture is the new king of ice cream
From layered tubs to crunchy chocolate coatings, ice cream has a new kingmaker - and it’s not flavour
Inside Häagen‑Dazs’ global manufacturing hub
General Mills’ Arras ice‑cream plant plays a central role in the company’s sustainability strategy. Here’s what goes on behind the scenes
Infant formula recall: Is there a future for cereulide‑tainted ARA oil?
Contaminated ARA oil led to a global infant formula recall in early 2026. Now, new R&D work suggests there could be a way to make affected ingredients safe to use again
Fibre over protein? Danone on changing consumer demands in functional foods
Fibre, gut health and clean labels are driving the next wave of functional foods – and Danone explains how nutrition science and consumer expectations are converging
Gen Alpha and Beta: Functional food and beverage’s next big bet
Kids and teens power next growth phase for functional foods and beverages
New product development
Just launched: Nestlé Nesquik plus battle of the meat-free steaks…
From plant-based steaks and free-from biscuits to nostalgic cereals and sustainable formats, brands are doubling down on indulgence, functionality and inclusivity as innovation across food and drink accelerates
How Bel defied global snacking headwinds
The maker of Babybel has been on a sustained growth trajectory by leaning into new flavours, formats and ingredient trends
‘More is more’ spells the end for low and no
Low and no loses its shine as consumers reject restriction in favour of real ingredients, richer flavours, and products that prioritise pleasure
Up the food chain
How Clio plans to turn Greek yoghurt bars into a $300m business
As protein, satiety and indulgence converge, Clio CEO John McGuckin explains how the refrigerated bar brand went from ‘bleeding cash’ to chasing $120m – and why the real prize is building a whole new snacking category
Danone’s Alpro blocked by dairy label ruling
Dairy naming restrictions have claimed another casualty, with a big-name oat drink brand losing its marketing fight
Whey’s boom is flipping dairy economics on their head
Once a waste product, whey has become dairy’s hottest commodity, driving record prices, factory investments and a profound shift in the economics of global milk production
The world’s top 10 dairy companies dominating a $1.5t market
From Lactalis to Mengniu, the world’s leading dairy players are scaling up through M&A, premiumisation and protein-led innovation as the global market races towards $1.5t
Can dairy beat the 2026 glut with protein and gut health focus?
Milk oversupply is crushing prices, but 2026 could reward dairy players that pivot fast into natural protein and functional gut‑health innovation
From fitness to lifestyle: How protein demand has evolved
Protein is often associated with strength and fitness - but the category is no longer just about this
4 big food trends in The Netherlands
What do Dutch consumers want?
Five impacts of the Middle East crisis on global dairy
The military standoff between the US, Israel and Iran drags on. Its impact is testing global dairy’s resilience
Danone nears methane goal five years early
Danone is within touching distance of meeting its methane emissions reduction target. How has the company done it?
Fonterra to appoint new CEO in major leadership reshuffle
Fonterra will replace Miles Hurrell at the helm as the co-op embarks on a new strategic chapter
Are we wrong about plant-based’s decline?
Some predict that plant-based growth could balloon in the coming decade
Bel Group’s AI strategy: From cheese virtual twins to protein innovation
Bel’s research head opens on how the technology is enhancing product R&D and operational efficiency
Opinion
Cereulide in infant formula: a wake-up call for food safety
Hidden toxins can slip through even the safest food systems. The recent cereulide incident shows why manufacturers must rethink what they monitor
Corporate sustainability holds firm despite political noise
Companies are broadening their targets and measurement scopes as climate action shapes up to be non-negotiable despite political uncertainty
Opinion
Middle East turmoil exposes dairy to new challenges
No one expected plain sailing in 2026 – but a fresh conflict in the Gulf introduces new variables
Regulators approve Fonterra’s mega deal with Lactalis
The billion-dollar divestment has been formally given the go-ahead by regulators as farmers line up for up for a NZ$3.2bn capital return from the sale
Inside FrieslandCampina’s strategic reset
After completing key M&As in 2025, the Dutch multinational enters a pivotal year as it bids to strengthen resiliency and expand market reach
Is kefir losing its fizz? The functional dairy identity crisis
Kefir is often described as the “champagne of dairy”. So why don’t the mainstream products outside of Eastern Europe fizz?
Inside Emmi’s growth playbook: How the Swiss dairy group is building momentum
The Swiss dairy major shows how to play in both health and indulgence – and win
Global formula fallout: The crisis that’s redrawing an industry
The cereulide contamination crisis sent shockwaves through the global infant formula market, accelerating a sector‑wide reckoning on quality, transparency and brand resilience
Functional dairy’s next phase: From gut health to stress relief
Dairy is the largest segment in functional foods – so where is the category headed?
Why investors are turning to cow-free dairy
Precision‑fermentation start‑ups are attracting new investment to speed up production of dairy‑identical proteins. Here’s what’s driving momentum
Cow‑free dairy finds its stride as Those Vegan Cowboys break crowdfunding records
Those Vegan Cowboys’ record raise shows that precision fermentation dairy has legs – and is ready to run
4 ways to tackle the methane problem - and one bold moonshot
Dairy and meat industries are grappling with significant methane impacts. Here’s a list of proven tools to address it, and one radical idea
How Kerry’s B2B strategy is evolving in its post-dairy era
A year on from its dairy divestment, Kerry continues to reinvent itself as a pure-play taste and nutrition major. Here’s what the industry should know
Is Magnum winning from the Unilever ice cream spin-off?
The newly created ice cream giant is charting a different course from its erstwhile parent
Emergency checks imposed on China amid infant formula crisis
New food safety measures and stricter border checks are coming for China
Danone beats FY25 expectations but disappoints in North America
Protein and medical nutrition powered Danone into growth but soft performance in North America signals a major shift is needed
Why Nestlé is selling ice cream to Froneri
The move echoes a broad industry shift and would strengthen an already high-performing JV
Cereulide in infant formula: 6 revelations in 24 hours
The infant formula contamination crisis continues to unfold. Here’s what we’ve learnt since yesterday
Has dairy lost its health halo - and can brands bring it back?
Dairy was once inherently linked with health and wellness, but some consumers doubt the category’s clean image. How can brands rebuild trust?
Nestlé bets on four key categories as it separates ice cream
Nestlé celebrates strong results and a sharper strategy, but crisis casts shadow over the food and beverage giant’s future
Arla’s record year is fuelled by protein and cold coffee
In a turbulent 2025, Arla’s ingredients business was the growth engine behind a record-breaking financial performance while Starbucks drinks drove branded volumes
When infant formula contamination triggers a recall, who pays?
Global formula recalls expose multiple players to financial risk - but which parts of the supply chain bear the biggest losses?
What’s at stake for Danone in 2026?
From maintaining growth in protein and specialized nutrition to propping up plant-based and creamers, here’s what Danone must focus on
Inside TMICC’s ice cream innovation engine
From AI trendspotting to snacking-led innovation, here’s how The Magnum Ice Cream Company aims to accelerate growth
EU fails to avoid dairy tariffs in China
China has slapped up to 12% tariffs on EU dairy products despite efforts to lower the levy
Unilever commits to food growth after strong 2025 performance
After shedding much of the food portfolio, Unilever is championing its remaining business in the segment
Oatly ‘milk’ ban a big win for Big Dairy
The alt dairy maker is barred from using ‘Post Milk Generation’ slogan on products
Cow-free dairy steps in amid Israel’s milk shortage
Israel’s dairy strike allows cow-free alternatives to take center stage at a pivotal moment for the industry
Unilever faces a pivotal year as strategy moves to execution
Unilever enters a transition year as the company seeks to accelerate growth after its ice cream spin-off