News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
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
The weather event could be the largest since the 19th century
Mars’ food-tech ventures suggest big food is headed towards technologies rooted in food production rather than finished products
At every stage in the supply chain, heat, drought and changing weather patterns are putting pressure on the food sector
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
Demand for premium whey continues to climb as weight-loss trends shape food and beverage innovation. Can supply catch up?
After finding that regenerative messaging alone was not enough to drive purchases, Applegate is investigating whether farming practices can influence the nutritional composition of food and whether that could give consumers a more personal reason to...
Dairy and steel groups back aggressive US trade action, while broader agriculture groups warn that escalating tariffs and retaliation could threaten critical export markets
Food giant awards more than $13m in grants to six global projects through Mars Impact Fund
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
The dye deadlines are closing in, but the alternatives aren’t ready
Wine is facing increased pressure as temperatures rise
Building resilient food systems will require action across the value chain, from supporting farmers on the ground to deploying new technologies that improve nutrition and boost productivity
Food safety leaders say brands that prepare for recalls before they happen can better protect consumers and maintain trust
Sustainability remains an ‘afterthought’ for many in the face of high food prices
The weather event will be the largest in living memory, according to the UK’s Met Office
Dairy groups in Canada have urged the Government to defend the sovereignty of its food production while in negotiations with the US.
The aluminium market is likely to remain volatile through the rest of 2026 with tariffs, capacity and elevated pricing likely to hit beverage manufacturers.
As the administration replaces IEEPA duties with section 301 forced labor tariffs, food and beverage importers face renewed legal battles and supply chain uncertainty
The race to build a climate-smart food system is putting ingredient suppliers in the spotlight
Canadian dairy co-operative Gay Lea Foods is to invest more than $200 million to help address the country’s cottage cheese shortage
Heatwaves have led to water shortages across the continent
Driven by next-generation IoT pixels that monitor cold chain compliance for perishables, Wiliot cements its status as a retail logistics powerhouse
Fear and uncertainty surrounding the growing Cyclospora outbreak are driving consumers away from fresh produce and toward frozen foods, creating ripple effects for grocers, restaurants and produce suppliers
A majority of UK CEOs have warned that a major supply chain shock could have catastrophic consequences for large British businesses.
The company’s years-long shift toward branded, retail-ready chicken products and strategic customer partnerships helped insulate its poultry business from falling commodity chicken prices, offering a potential roadmap for other processors
Coffee strategies, Coca-Cola and food waste feature in this edition of Sustainability Snippets
A strengthening El Niño is expected to drive the next wave of food inflation, leaving manufacturers with a narrowing window to protect margins before higher costs work their way through global supply chains
Food and beverage companies now have a practical, measurable and independently verifiable route to scaling regen ag while reducing greenwashing risks
As the conflict approaches five months, fertiliser costs are no longer the main point of uncertainty for growers
This edition explores how food price hikes will intensify this year, OSK’s growth plans, Thai Union’s Japanese-inspired seafood snacks, and more
Confectionery’s plastic addiction is under scrutiny, but there are no easy solutions
From stolen chocolate to monochrome packaging, some of the food industry’s most effective marketing campaigns have grown out of operational problems rather than creative briefs
There is still a week left until the Growth Asia Summit 2026 and we can confirm the attendance of retailers active in the region’s health and nutrition space, including Alpro Pharmacy, China’s JD Health and Guardian Singapore.
New EU Listeria regulations are set to come into force next month – as misinformation circulates, we speak to the European Chilled Food Federation Rapporteur on Listeria and FSA to offer a clear and accurate outline.
India’s recent reforms span ingredient restrictions and digital trade systems aimed at strengthening food traceability and supporting domestic and global trade
In the face of Indonesia’s new export controls over commodities such as palm oil, does Malaysia have what it takes to take over as the sector’s new superpower?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has launched an app to bring its national nutritional labelling system to the next level
In the fibremaxxing boom, expert warn that overconsumption of the nutrient can be harmful to consumers
As scandals mount and strategy shifts, the industry is watching to see whether Nestlé opts for a full or partial exit from Waters
Vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice creams continue to outperform flavour and health trends
The deal includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz