Chocolate has a new problem. And it’s not cocoa prices
Rising temperatures are hitting chocolate demand, forcing manufacturers to rethink products, formats and sales strategies
Ingredients
What neuroscience reveals about functional bread
Measuring brain activity during tasting could help bakers understand consumers’ reactions to texture, aftertaste and functional messaging
Exposing the mistakes that sink healthier snacks
Health messages that put shoppers off, recipes pushed too far and unreliable suppliers can derail even the most promising better-for-you snacks
UPF classification doesn’t tell the whole story about nutrition, study reveals
Analysis by IFIC and NIQ of more than 40,000 US grocery products finds nutrient density varies widely among ultra-processed foods, raising questions about the relationship between processing, nutritional quality and affordability
10 big ingredients concentrated in a single region
Regional concentration can put ingredients at serious risk
Forget breakfast: The battle for the morning snack is on
Consumers are increasingly turning to morning snacks for energy, focus and satiety, creating a fast-growing opportunity for food and beverage brands
Letter From The Editor
Dairy’s fight for growth and shelf space
From high-protein products and café-inspired creamers to AI-powered market insights, dairy brands are finding new ways to meet consumer demand and win shelf space
Dairy Innovation
Creamers move beyond coffee with flavors, cold foams and café-inspired experiences
The rise of coffeehouse culture, viral beverage trends and cold coffee is fueling demand for creamers that offer more than just a splash of dairy
Dairy Innovations
Can plant proteins help ease the whey squeeze?
Surging protein demand and tight whey supplies are driving interest in hybrid formulations, with ADM and other suppliers developing plant-based ingredients to help manufacturers balance nutrition, functionality and texture
Dairy Innovations
New data platform reveals opportunities for dairy milk to win back shelf space
MilkPEP’s free, AI-powered market intelligence platform Milkscape gives milk processors and retailers access to consumer trends, sales data and insights to identify growth opportunities, drive innovation and boost milk sales
Dairy Innovations
As consumers rethink fat, whole milk gets a second look
Protein, satiety and whole foods drive renewed interest in full-fat dairy
CAA International Cocoa Conference
APAC cocoa trends: ‘Worst is past’, but risks remain
Cocoa giant Barry Callebaut says the worst of the cocoa crisis is likely over, but the APAC cocoa industry continues to navigate major market shifts and challenges
Is functional food killing low carb – or absorbing it?
As functional food changes how consumers approach health, the low-carb trend is evolving too
Protein boom powers confectionery growth
Protein is reshaping confectionery innovation, but consumers continue to put taste, texture and indulgence first
Germany approves draft sugar tax on soft drinks – what this means for manufacturers
The proposed levy would introduce tiered rates based on sugar content, with potential implications for manufacturers
Fizz, ferment and fire: What’s next in flavour
Global is the theme for the foods and flavours that are set to define 2027
Processed food diet could worsen vaccine side effects
Changes in the microbiome due to diet may have increased fever symptoms following the Covid-19 vaccine
Less is more for food brands trying to meet modern shoppers’ health & safety needs
New research suggests familiar ingredients, minimal processing and shorter ingredient lists could give food brands an opportunity to capture a premium
Mars bets big on confectionery and snacking’s hottest trends
World’s biggest confectionery manufacturer bets on protein, bold flavours and affordable indulgence ahead of the key autumn/winter sales season
FDA eases salt-substitute rules amid MAHA push for healthier foods
The final rule gives food and beverage manufacturers greater flexibility to reduce sodium in products ranging from bread rolls and canned tuna to salad dressing and cheese, supporting FDA’s broader sodium-reduction goals
Creatine as a food ingredient remains popular with steady stream of new products
The ingredient once known as a sports nutrition supplement is increasingly making its way into food and beverage
Could conflict in Ethiopia threaten coffee?
Ethiopia, one of the world’s largest coffee producers, is once again in conflict
Drinking beauty: Mashiro taps trend with collagen, GABA, and placenta
Japan’s Mashiro is expanding its beauty-from-within portfolio in South East Asia, targeting demand for collagen, sleep, and wellness products
What is the best way to talk to organic shoppers?
New Organic Trade Association research explores how Gen Z and millennial shoppers respond to organic messaging and what marketers may be overlooking as the category looks to its next phase of growth
Meal replacements may satisfy demand for satiety as well as convenience
‘Nutritionally complete’ drinks aim to provide consumers with all the nutrients they need. But they can do much more
Could PepsiCo’s snack turnaround offer a blueprint for its struggling beverage business?
As pricing changes, portfolio innovation and renewed investment help revive North American snack volumes, CEO Ramon Laguarta is looking to improve soft-drink performance through increased marketing, focused innovation and stronger execution
Barry Callebaut’s move beyond chocolate fails to convince investors
Chocolate producer’s transition into complete product solutions is designed to unlock growth, but investors remain unconvinced
Global Food Tech Awards
Global Food Tech Awards APAC: Meet the 5 startups on this year’s shortlist
Take a glimpse at what the future of food will look like, starting with these five APAC startups tackling waste, compliance and metabolic health
Post-GLP-1 weight regain could be mitigated by diet
A study on GLP-1 users saw those eating medically tailored meals put less weight back on than others
The future of cocoa: Why volatility’s here to stay
Climate change, ageing plantations and fragile supply chains are putting cocoa under unprecedented pressure. The industry’s response could determine the future of chocolate itself
Renewed call for raw dairy ban amid H5N1 concerns
Unpasteurised milk, cheese and other raw dairy products are unsafe to consume and may be linked to the spread of avian influenza, updated guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has said.
Sustainability Snippets: Underestimated risks, Nestle coffee and Big Food
Underestimated risks, Nestle coffee and Big Food feature in this edition of Sustainability Snippets
Fi Asia 2026
What drives flavour discovery in Asia? 3 trends food firms must know
Asian consumers are well-known for incredibly demanding palates, so pushing new flavours into this market needs careful strategising. Here’s what food brands need to know
From Kyoho grape to pickle: Why beverage brands are taking more risks with flavour
Step aside, orange and cola – global fruits, unusual botanicals and unexpected combinations are pushing beverage innovation beyond the familiar
Yeast-derived fat fools consumers in cocoa butter test
A fat derived from yeast cells may hold promise as an alternative to cocoa butter.
The future of food innovation lies in diversifying, not replacing, supply chains
From palm oil to dairy fat, food companies seek new supply chain options