Could Honest Umami clean up MSG’s reputation?
Is it time to bring MSG out of the shadows? Inside the brand leading a bold rethink of one of food’s most misunderstood ingredients.
Food safety & quality
The race to replace palm oil: Who’s ahead?
From yeast‑based oils to CO₂‑derived fats, discover which next‑gen palm oil alternatives are closest to commercial scale and why 2026 could be a breakthrough year
EFSA urges vigilance as bird flu spreads
A bird‑flu strain spreading through US dairy herds has Europe on alert, as EFSA warns that early detection and strict biosecurity will be key should the virus cross the Atlantic.
Opinion
The EU is making a mistake by choosing not to boost novel foods
By explicitly cutting off novel foods from use in regulatory sandboxes, the EU is stifling innovation
Cultivated meat guidance released in UK: 4 key takeaways
The UK has released its first guidelines on cultivated meat novel food applications
CRISPR crops: The next frontier for food security?
The innovative gene editing technique can make crops more disease and drought resistant, but faces scepticism from regulators and NGOs
Pork imports banned as swine fever rips through Spain
The disease has hit the EU’s largest pork producer hard
CBD in food and drink: Inside the regulation holding it back
Despite market potential, CBD is restricted in the EU
Sports nutrition 2026: Six game-changing trends
Discover the trends shaping performance, recovery, and longevity in the next generation of sports nutrition
Chemical warnings issued on produce: What it means for manufacturers
New research reveals fruits and vegetables carry high pesticide risk
Poultry sector on high alert as bird flu spikes in Europe
Cases of avian influenza are now four times what they were a year ago
Emulsifiers in food and beverage: Market growth and health risks
New research linking omnipresent emulsifiers to gut damage and obesity is raising tough questions for manufacturers
Ultra-processed foods: Reformulation ‘not effective’ in preventing harm
Taking out harmful ingredients and putting in beneficial ones cannot alone counteract negative effects of UPFs, says Lancet study
Up the food chain
EFSA’s new boss: Why faster risk assessments are my guiding light
The newly appointed Dr Nikolaus Kriz has ambitions to optimise European food safety
Opinion
Why CPGs stay silent but industry bodies speak loudly on UPFs
As the fallout from the Lancet’s three-part series on ultra processed foods settles across the food system, we ask who’s saying what, and what will happen next
UPFs linked to harm in nearly all organs
A wide-ranging study from The Lancet is the most damning blow to ultra-processed foods yet
Popstar Robbie Williams warns of GLP-1 vision loss - here’s why it matters for F&B
Vision fears are the next shockwave to hit GLP-1 drugs
Gluten-free gets festive: Why Christmas is the category’s biggest opportunity yet
Manufacturers and retailers are rethinking gluten-free as festive sales soar
The truth about gluten sensitivity - and what it means for industry
Gluten sensitivity is widespread, but it may not be directly caused by gluten
Consumers want better sleep: 5 ingredients for nighttime nutrition
Sleep is a key health goal among consumers globally. The food industry now has an opportunity to meet consumer demands
Sweeteners linked to hair growth in latest study
New research suggests natural sweetener stevioside may help boost hair growth
How functional food claims are regulated
What do companies need to do to ensure their claims are compliant in the EU?
Opinion
How AI & fermentation are transforming plant-based cheese innovation
There are some great plant-based milk and cream cheese alternatives out there, but semi-hard cheeses are tougher to crack. Could fermentation hold the key?
How food can promote healthy ageing
Industry must better understand how healthy ageing works
Palm oil use wildly overestimated: are alternatives still a priority?
A new study suggests palm oil use is not as widespread as previously thought
Both sugary and sweetened drinks increase liver disease risk
Sweetened drinks are linked to an even greater risk of liver disease than their sugary counterparts
Nutritional dark matter: The next frontier in food science
The discovery of ‘nutritional dark matter’ is unlocking new paths for smarter food innovation, targeted health benefits, and precision nutrition
Food categories that have weathered the cost-of-living storm - and those that haven’t
When costs are high, consumers are more discerning with their wallets
UPFs are not the devil to clean-label’s angel
Are ultra-processed foods really the enemy?
Taste trumps all in functional food and beverage
Consumers are spending big on health-boosting foods and drinks, but flavour is still the dealbreaker
Consumers prioritise food safety in purchases
More consumers understand food safety than ever before, according to EFSA
Sustainable September
Nanoplastics in vegetables threaten consumers
The dangerous, microscopic plastic particles can accumulate in the edible parts of veg, study suggests
Cocoa crisis: Production threatened by black pod disease
Black pod disease is the latest infection to impact production of the beloved bean
Opinion
The best of both worlds: Making blended foods work
Blended foods promise the best of both worlds, but getting them right is no easy feat. Discover the science behind creating hybrid products that deliver on taste, texture, and sustainability
Quorn cuts additives and embraces health trend
The legacy brand is responding to consumer demand for clean label foods
GLP-1s may pose risk to athletes
By limiting food intake, athletes could lose out on essential nutrients they need for peak performance
How do GLP-1 drugs impact gut health?
As GLP-1 weight loss drugs skyrocket in popularity, their impact on gut health is raising questions
Sustainability September
Food industry must act now to avoid climate disaster
Extreme weather is devastating crops and driving up food prices. Can innovation save global food security?
Calls for EU allergen regulation to expand
Goat’s and sheep’s milk, buckwheat, peas and lentils, and pine nuts are in the spotlight
Common UPF ingredients linked to death
Some ingredients frequently found in ultra-processed foods are linked to all-cause mortality
How regulators are shaping the future of novel foods
From cell-cultivated meat to precision-fermented dairy, regulators are stepping up to support innovation
EUDR: 4 key traceability challenges for cocoa
Cocoa must face up to challenges in its supply chain if it is to be compliant with the EUDR
UK updates baby food guidelines
The government is pushing to reduce salt and sugar for babies
Protein quality essential consideration for consumer health
Not all protein sources provide equal health benefits
The sweetener trust crisis brands can’t ignore
Consumers are turning away from sweeteners amid rising health concerns and distrust. What does this mean for the future of food and beverage?
Global plastics treaty talks collapse
After years of negotiations, no global regulations to tackle plastic pollution have been agreed
Consumers overeat because of nutrients, not UPF status
Research suggests the nutritional content of food is linked to overeating
Older people have different gut health needs - here’s how to meet them
For older consumers, it’s important to feed the right nutrients to the gut
Opinion
Don’t let surprises derail your product launch
Launching a new food product? Without the right data, your investment’s at risk
Mars to reformulate iconic brands in 2026
M&M’s, Skittles, and Starburst will ditch artificial colours, but not every product is making the switch