Regulation

How are Nestlé, Danone and Muscle Milk rethinking reformulation?

Additives and artificial colors and flavors continue to be axed from formulas as the industry balances a meeting consumers’ health goals with nutrition policy

Iran-US peace deal: What it means for food

The deal includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

Fed Up! campaign takes aim at UPFs, but the science debate persists

A new campaign on ultra processed food education highlights systemic nutrition barriers, while food science experts stress the need to define the polarizing term before linking it to health outcomes

Heatwave winners and losers: what’s selling when temperatures rise?

Clear food and beverage trends emerge during a heatwave

How sustainability is becoming ice cream’s next growth ingredient

Premium indulgence and snacking are driving momentum at ice cream major Froneri – and sustainability is underpinning both trends

Heatwave risks: How food manufacturers can prepare now

As Europe heats up, food must be ready

Alfalfa-based egg white alternative inches closer to market

With a WeFunder campaign and institutional raise underway, Fudi Protein is positioning its alfalfa-derived Rubisco as a cost-competitive egg white replacement

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Are some ultra-processed foods good for you?

Not all UPFs are created equal, and a new expert panel says federal regulators should draw a clear line between those that are harmful and those that doctors recommend

Nestlé and Danone: Baby food pouches under fire as microplastics found

Microplastics detected in Nestlé and Danone baby food pouches spark safety concerns

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Hershey’s new sustainability strategy offers blueprint for balancing business & ESG needs

Hershey breaks lofty ESG ambitions into practical, data-driven strategic steps that help embed sustainability into sourcing, operations and product innovation

Post–Liberation Day tariff fight shifts to refunds, courts and Congress

The post–Liberation Day tariff fight now centers on refunds and who ultimately keeps the money

Sustainable sourcing: From upcycling to carbon neutral to sustainable packaging

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Non-GMO Project: Ultra-processed foods are harming the planet, not just our health

GMOs and ultra-processed foods are “nested” in the same industrial food chain, warns the Non-GMO Project’s Hans Eisenbeis, who argues that monocrop agriculture and food waste make UPFs an environmental liability

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Ferrero faces antitrust investigation with ‘dawn raids’

The Nutella maker has been subjected to antitrust inspections in two EU member states

Iran war pushes global food markets toward crisis mode

The escalating Middle East conflict is pushing food inflation, energy prices and consumer confidence to a breaking point

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Could the GLP-1 boom open the door to shrinkflation?

Users of the drugs want smaller portions - this could help food companies save money

Iran conflict: The 5 biggest pressure points for food and beverage

The price of oil and transport dominates headlines: but food and beverage companies need to anticipate other potential impacts

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Artificial sweeteners: Why the science war is raging on

New health studies are reigniting a global battle over artificial sweeteners, leaving brands, regulators and consumers divided

Gut-friendly, prebiotic or high fibre? Navigating the terminology

Gut health soda Poppi is ‘prebiotic’ in the US, but ‘high fibre’ in the UK. What is going on?

FDA extends deadline as hidden gluten puts regulatory fine-tuning under the spotlight

A US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) consultation on gluten labelling – now extended – raises fresh questions about how clearly food makers communicate risk

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California pushes ‘non-UPF’ seal as certifications multiply and confusion grows

A proposed state-backed label aims to simplify ultra-processed food choices, but could competing definitions and private certifications risk muddying the message for consumers and complicate reformulation efforts?

Rising grocery costs loom as Middle East conflicts disrupt supply chains

As oil and fertilizer prices squeeze margins, farmers and manufacturers must make tough decisions on pricing, pack sizes and innovation

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Who really controls the world’s food? The superpowers shaping supply

From wheat and soy to rice and sugar, global food power is increasingly concentrated and understanding who really holds the leverage has never mattered more for manufacturers

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Iran at war: What food and beverage needs to know

Israel and US attacks on Iran have long-lasting implications for global food and drink industries. Here’s the latest

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Is Asia the next GLP‑1 boom market and what it means for F&B?

After a slow start, Asia’s GLP‑1 weight‑loss market is poised for explosive growth as China and India tackle obesity and food and drink brands race to become essential GLP‑1 companions

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The packaging crisis about to hit food and beverage

Attacks on the world’s busiest oil shipping channel are set to drive unavoidable spikes in plastic packaging prices

The Big One: Cyberattack that could cripple food and drink

Cyberattacks are closing in on the food and drink sector, and the next one could be catastrophic. Is the industry ready for The Big One?

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Confectionery sector braced for shortages as Iran conflict escalates

As conflict disrupts key trade routes and energy supplies, the confectionery sector is among the first to feel the strain. How vulnerable are manufacturers, and what can be done to protect the industry?

Half of US shoppers worry about artificial ingredients, want EU-style bans

A new Acosta Group study finds growing demand for transparency and cleaner labels as consumers push for stricter rules on artificial ingredients

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Iran Conflict: What does this mean for global food sector?

The ongoing tensions in Iran could disrupt supply routes and drive volatility across key food commodities such as rice and meat

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Global formula fallout: The crisis that’s redrawing an industry

The cereulide contamination crisis sent shockwaves through the global infant formula market, accelerating a sector‑wide reckoning on quality, transparency and brand resilience

What do CPG brands need to know about the updated FSMA 204?

FDA’s latest FSMA 204 updates give CPG brands clearer guidance on digital traceability, compliance timelines and new exemptions impacting dairy processing.

Is aquaculture sustainable? It depends on the system around it

A deeper look shows aquaculture’s climate impact depends less on fish and more on governance

Cheap virgin plastic and imports squeeze US PET recyclers

Experts warn low-cost virgin PET and rising imports are hurting US recycling programs and driving prices to record lows

Climate risk isn’t just on the farm: the hidden infrastructure under threat

Industry needs to look beyond fields and factories to where climate change is hitting supply chain blind spots

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Chocolate at a Crossroads: Inside the industry’s response to supply shocks

Climate change, disease pressure and record cocoa prices are forcing the chocolate industry to rethink ingredients, processing, and the future role of cocoa – but how will potential solutions impact farmers and consumers?

Protein, probiotics and clean-label products top targets in new wave of CPG lawsuits

Law firms warn CPG clients to prepare for tougher scrutiny under MAHA-driven policies, Prop 65 claims and state-led investigations targeting ingredients, packaging and label language

Protein priorities fuel Tyson’s chicken and prepared foods momentum

Affordable pricing, convenience and alignment with federal dietary guidance are reshaping consumer demand for value-added protein

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What will it take to rebuild plant-based and cultivated meat?

As protein demand rises and consumers grow choosier, Good Food Institute Founder Bruce Friedrich outlines how plant-based and cultivated meat can move beyond hype and become investable, scalable industries

Finally, a big-name FMCG engages openly on ultra-processed foods

Although admitting it’s a risk, Oatly is addressing the UPF issue head-on

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3 steps to future-proof the food system and CPG industry in a ‘critical decade’

As population growth, soil degradation and climate pressures converge, BSI’s Todd Redwood explains why the next 10 years will determine whether the global food system can deliver enough high-quality nutrition, strategic opportunities and next steps for...

France investigates infant deaths amid formula contamination

French prosecutors are investigating two infant deaths after babies were reported to have consumed formula linked to a global contamination recall

Nestlé and Lactalis face lawsuit over infant formula recall

The CPG majors are facing litigation for their handling of infant formula recalls over possible toxin contamination

When trust turns toxic: Mars exec jailed in $28m fraud case that exposed insider risk

Former Mars executive Paul Steed’s 63-month prison sentence for stealing more than $28m exposes how insider fraud can persist inside global food companies – and why scale can magnify risk

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GLP-1s: Winners and losers in food and drink

The GLP-1 revolution will benefit some sectors and harm others

Nestlé infant formula concerns deepen as sickness cases emerge

British infant hospitalised after consuming recalled Nestlé formula – key questions about the contamination risk remain unanswered

How the Dietary Guidelines may shape product strategy and development

The latest Dietary Guidelines may not reinvent the wheel, but they offer manufacturers a roadmap to balance nutrition, consumer preference and formulation strategy across sweeteners, grains and processed foods, according to one expert

Food prices see biggest surge in three years, doubling pace of broader inflation

Dairy, bakery goods and produce climb – but cheaper eggs offer a rare break

Should ultra-processed foods be defined by what they’re not?

Foods that do not meet the definition of ‘non-ultra-processed’ are UPFs by default

Nestlé CEO issues apology following infant formula recall

Nestlé’s global infant formula recall sparks safety concerns and transparency backlash – can the food giant restore trust?

Chocolate is front-running US-Canada trade breakdown

As US-Canada tariffs grind on with no obvious exit, chocolate makers are quietly redrawing supply chains and exposing a deeper fault line running through food