News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
IFT FIRST
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
Kashi’s recent Gut Health Granola leverages WK Kellogg Co’s ingredient expertise with diverse fiber sources
Cadbury Dairy Milk Oreo bars recalled following discovery of undeclared pistachio, prompting food safety investigation
IFT FIRST
Nearly half of food science professionals are extremely concerned as viral content and distrust of institutions reshape the information landscape
IFT FIRST
The AEB’s Eggcelerator Lab and Founder Cohort program aim to incubate food companies that incorporate eggs into their formulations
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Advances in extraction, refining and on-site processing showcased at IFT FIRST are shifting upcycling from a sustainability strategy to a platform for premium proteins, bioactives and functional fibers
Older consumers are becoming one of the food industry’s fastest-growing demographics, prompting snack manufacturers to rethink everything from ingredients and nutrition to texture, packaging and portion sizes
Agriculture company Syngenta names a new leader in anticipation of its Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing, with its former chief executive leaving to ADM
This is the next step in creating milk without cows, according to insiders
Excluded from the EUDR scope, palm oil waste could find new opportunities in regenerative agriculture
A $15.8 billion market and rising, tallow gains traction across snacks and protein bars while facing competition from plant-based oils
Growth Asia Summit 2026
Taiwanese company TCI says the next frontier of probiotics is not drawing more correlations between the gut and other organs, but tracing what travels between and building a more complete evidence chain.
Once criticized for their water use, almond growers are embracing precision irrigation, groundwater recharge and carbon-storing practices to position the crop as a more climate-smart ingredient
As food companies seek measurable ways to demonstrate sustainability progress, attention is increasingly shifting upstream to the farm
World’s biggest chocolate producer weighs in on cocoa market concerns as UN issues El Niño warning
General Mills is the first company to face a subpoena as Florida opens a consumer-protection probe into a century-old dough conditioner most of the world abandoned long ago
The resurgence of beef tallow is forcing manufacturers to ask whether the MAHA movement has created a lasting reformulation trend or just food’s latest political fad
As traditional categories struggle, F&B is turning towards areas of higher value
Following a 550% capacity expansion tied to Walmart and Target distribution, the The Every Company adds its first US production site
Targeted nutrition and gut microbiome modulation could help extend healthspan, creating new opportunities for food and beverage innovation
Amid booming demand for protein, how can dairy processors unlock capacity without expanding plants?
Pioneers
Milk already boasts an impressive nutritional profile, but can it compete with kefir, kombucha and protein shakes? Four Leaves Co’s award-winning functional milk offers one answer
Ingredion’s takeover of Tate & Lyle is the latest deal in a rapidly changing ingredients sector, so which companies will be tomorrow’s winners?
High-protein has become dairy’s most powerful growth engine. But where are the biggest opportunities?
Summer Fancy Food Show
While the products differ, food and beverage founders are encouraging consumers to rethink what pantry staples can do
Summer Fancy Food Show
Established brands are reimagining how consumers use, and think about, olive oil through wellness-focused formats and packaging innovation
New Culture expands its animal-free casein portfolio with mozzarella patent
The world’s biggest bakery company says it will become the first in its category to remove artificial colours, flavours, preservatives and emulsifiers across such a broad portfolio of everyday baked goods by the end of 2028
Confection giant reports 99% certified cocoa, certified palm oil and growing supplier code adoption in its latest sustainability update
The US’s reclassification of cannabis under a “less dangerous” drug schedule is part of a broader trend towards legitimising cannabis production.
The Italian baking, chocolate and ice cream ingredients maker will focus on M&A, supply chain optimization and international expansion
Social media misinformation is blurring the line between supplements like creatine and controversial performance-enhancing drugs, making it harder for young people and parents to make informed decisions.
