Ferrero targets protein-led growth beyond chocolate
Confectionery giant strengthens position in fast-growing snack market with Power Crunch revamp
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Mars gives Skittles a crystal crunch as texture trend accelerates
Confectionery giant gives Skittles a crunchy new twist, as texture becomes key confectionery battleground
Mondelēz bets on familiar favourites to drive growth
Confectionery giant gives Cadbury Twirl a makeover as brand extensions continue to drive confectionery innovation
Chocolate without cocoa? Why the industry’s taking alternatives seriously
Can alt cocoa secure chocolate’s future? As supply pressures mount, manufacturers are increasingly turning to cocoa-free and hybrid alternatives
Hershey appoints new international president as CPG sets industry standard
Amanda Almond joins Hershey as international president, strengthening confectionery giant’s female-led leadership team
Arla to pump €63M into high-protein dairy production
Arla Foods is planning to invest more than €63 million to expand production of two of its best-selling products.
Lindt cuts sales forecast as consumer spending slows
Confectionery giant cuts 2026 sales growth forecast after weaker-than-expected demand, but confidence in long-term strategy remains
Chocolate giant sets up base near Magnum Ice Cream
Chocolate and cocoa producer, Barry Callebaut, has moved into a cutting-edge food tech hub at Colworth Science Park as it looks to strengthen its work with Magnum.
Pladis sales pass £3.3bn but profits take a hit
Pladis doubles down on growth, investing in brands, manufacturing networks and sustainable ambitions
Mondelēz sustainability scheme goes solo: Is this the new industry standard?
Harmony project enters a new era as it becomes an independent certification. But, could it become the new industry standard?
Global Food Tech Awards
Transforming waste into the ingredients of the future
Two outstanding startups are the runners up in the EMEA Global Food Tech Awards for seeing potential where no one else did
EMEA Global Food Tech Awards winner 2026 announced at Future Food-Tech London
The future of food ingredients? Meet the startup turning a regenerative crop into a scalable, high-performance protein for multiple industries
Why Oatly is going big on fibre
Unlike protein, fibre plays more naturally to oatmilk’s strengths
Nestlé takes Starbucks home as cold caffeine craze heats up
Nestlé capitalises on demand for cold caffeinated drinks with Starbucks Refreshers Concentrates
Toblerone Biscoff and the trends transforming confectionery
Mondelēz’s latest launch capitalises on confectionery’s biggest trends as industry growth strategy shifts
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
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
Nestlé tops TIME’s food and drink company ranking
Drinks businesses fill almost half the sector’s top 20, while chocolate and confectionery companies also make a strong showing in TIME’s 2026 list
Danone voluntarily reports UK average NPM score to spotlight health focus
French dairy giant Danone has revealed it will start voluntarily reporting its average UK Nutrient Profiling Model (NPM) score to highlight its commitment to health.
The race to reinvent confectionery is on
From multisensory experiences to AI-powered product development, innovation is reshaping the confectionery industry
Ferrara taps nostalgia and convenience trends with pocket-sized launch
Iconic Pocket Packs bring nostalgia and convenience to the confectionery aisle
Carlsberg Britvic and Danone spearhead calls for mandatory health reporting in UK
Carlsberg Britvic and Danone North Europe are two of the leading food and drink manufacturers that have backed calls for mandatory health reporting.
Ferrero bets on Wonka to boost autumn sales
Ferrero revives iconic Wonka brand with extensive new range, as confectionery giant targets seasonal sales
AI, algae and agentic commerce: food tech’s next frontiers
From AI-powered product development to next-generation proteins, technology is reshaping the food industry. We round up five recent stories showcasing the shifts transforming the sector
Why ABF’s Hovis deal matters far beyond bread
The creation of Hovis Bakeries could signal a broader shift in how the food industry defines health, argues Modern Baker co-founder Leo Campbell.
Unilever veteran joins Kraft Heinz as CFO
Kraft Heinz has appointed a new chief financial officer following the exit of Darren De Vires.
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?
Cloetta launches multisensory treats as texture trend grows
Cloetta raises multisensory confectionery standard with new foamy, crunchy, sour sweets
Terry’s Chocolate Orange x Baileys fuel confectionery’s hottest trend
Confectionery’s favourite trend shows no sign of slowing as Terry’s Chocolate Orange and Baileys team up for festive partnership
Food and beverage’s collaboration craze gains momentum
From confectionery tie-ups to sustainability partnerships, brand collaborations are reshaping the food and beverage industry. But why has the trend exploded, and where will it go next?
Mars pumps $13m into future talent and farmer resilience
Food giant awards more than $13m in grants to six global projects through Mars Impact Fund
McVitie’s, Snickers, Cadbury and Cheez-It turn snacks into something bigger
Nine brands are using launches to enter new markets, create experiences, revive rituals and even give people a second chance
Swizzels takes crossover craze to next level with fragrance launch
British sweet maker Swizzels joins collaboration trend with latest launch
Big Food’s Big Reset: Why the industry’s changing faster than ever
From C-suite shake-ups to targeted acquisitions, Big Food is rethinking how to win in a rapidly changing market
M&M’s gets Practical Magic makeover as confectionery collaboration trend heats up
Mars takes M&M’s to Hollywood with Practical Magic 2 partnership as confectionery’s collaboration craze continues