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Will cocoa prices come down? Mondelēz believes so. Source: Getty

Mondelēz hints cocoa cost positivity as it hikes product prices

Mondelēz International bosses have cautiously signalled further cocoa pricing stability while at the same time the sweets and snacks giant prepares to push higher prices across its products.

Ukraine is Europe's largest market for soy. Image Source: Getty Images/Grafissimo

Ukraine’s growing soy output could be vital to Europe

Ukraine is Europe’s largest soy exporter and could be the key to sustainable soy for the continent.

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Transforming the food system for climate and human health

Industry leaders in food-tech are overcoming the most pressing challenges facing the sector. How are breakthrough technologies forging the right partnerships to bring solutions to market?

The world of food tech start-ups is a complex one, but there's space to grow. Source: Getty

How food tech start-ups can attract investors and thrive

How do food tech and alternative meat and dairy start-ups gain the interest of investors? Kim Anders Odhner has his ear to the ground and explains what backers might be looking for.

How can global leaders combat AMR? Source: Getty

Business giants pile on pressure to cut antibiotics in global food chain

Food and drink suppliers will face increased scrutiny as 80 of the world’s biggest investors today join forces to pressure global leaders into tackling the antimicrobial resistance (AMR) crisis or risk a worldwide financial meltdown.

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Cell-cultured meat: Can yeast-based protein hydrolysates target nutritional specificity?

Yeast-based protein hydrolysates are emerging as a key tool towards making large-scale production of cell-cultured meat a reality. How can food manufacturers tap into the latest advances?

Duckweed is easy to produce and is abundant in protein and nutrients. Image Source: Getty Images/showcake

Is duckweed the next miracle plant protein?

Duckweed is far more than just a pond-dwelling plant. It’s a nutrient-dense, easy-to-produce alternative protein.

EUDR watch: Discover the latest developments in this groundbreaking legislation

The EUDR deadline is now just months away, yet many suppliers and manufacturers remain unprepared for the changes. We’re cutting through the noise to bring you the latest on this complex new law.

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Plant-forward proteins: Growth of ‘non-mimic’ products outpacing meat analogues

Consumers seeking meat-free products are moving away from meat analogues to more ‘plant-forward’ products. How can players in the alternative protein aisles step up and fill the gap?

Free three-day digital event focusing on climate smart food. Source: Getty

Revealed: New food tech and ingredients innovations

The food and drinks brands delivering head-turning sustainable tech and novel ingredients innovations are uncovering their secrets and industry insight at an exclusive, free-to-attend digital event.

Why is innovation in the food and beverage industry declining. GettyImages/phuttaphat tipsana

Why is innovation in food and beverage declining?

The lack of innovation in food and beverage is raising concerns that the industry is in trouble. So what’s going on?

Which NPD is leading on supermarket shelves right now?

NPD Trend Tracker: From plant-based crispy bacon to free-from ready meals

Plant-based bacon and free-from ready meals top the charts in this week’s NPD Trend Tracker, also featuring canned water and Terry’s Chocolate Milk launches.

How do other countries grow food and drink innovation? Source: Getty

Global R&D tactics launching food and drink start-ups

Food and drink industry research and development investment has proven profitable for many countries around the world, but which are spending and where?

What do consumers want from food and drink manufacturers? Source: Getty

6 things consumers want from food and drink manufacturers

Consumer needs are beginning to return to pre-cost-of-living crisis levels, despite the persistently negative landscape surrounding them. So how should food and beverage manufacturers respond?

Does reducing sugar boost sales? GettyImages/PeopleImages

How are manufacturers making sugar reduction tech pay?

Sugar reduction has become a necessary part of food and beverage manufacture, but what technology is being used and how does it affect sales?

Welfare changes in European Commission’s Agriculture report

Welfare labelling and alt-meat investment recommended for EU food

Animal welfare reforms in the European Union are a step closer and could include pathways for alt-meat production, new import requirements and welfare labelling on meat and dairy products.

Are coffee prices set to rise again?

Poor growing conditions in Brazil threaten coffee supplies. So, is another price hike on the horizon for this already-pricey commodity?

How are food and drink manufacturers using AI in their businesses? Source: Getty

‘Risk averse’ food industry slow to take up AI and digital

Food and drink producers are slower than other industries to adopt usually profit-driving digital tools and AI as the sector remains wary of innovation due to “lack of capital”.

Investment needed to shore up UK food and drink manufacture's security. Source: Getty

Food security threat: report highlights areas in need of significant investment

Agri-tech, robotics and a centralised investment framework are all needed to transform and strengthen the UK’s food security, a harrowing think tank report has recommended.