The future of food: Welcome to 2036
With AI automation, the rise of personalised nutrition and a looming climate crisis, food could look radically different in 2036
Supply chain
Food and beverage heading for a skills crisis
An ageing workforce, poor industry visibility, and a major skills disparity is putting food and beverage at risk
EU’s ‘meaty names’ ban could include meat-flavoured crisps
The scope of the ban may include products beyond meat alternatives
Modern slavery: 97% of food and drink firms identify risks in supply chains
New research has revealed that as many as 97% of food and drink businesses have identified modern slavery or serious labour rights violations in their supply chains.
The new rules of climate-smart food
From climate-resilient crops to data-driven farming, Climate Smart Food 2026 explored how the food industry is adapting to growing environmental and supply chain risks
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
Could EmpCo quash regenerative agriculture claims?
EU anti-greenwashing legislation is cracking down on sustainability claims considered ‘vague’
Global milk supply forecast to rise 2.2% in 2026 despite drought and El Niño risks
Global milk supply is expected to grow by +2.2% in 2026, despite the challenging impact of climate conditions.
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
Milk and egg quality hit by climate change
Extreme heat not only impacts crops, but products produced by livestock as well
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
The EUDR is on the horizon – could it change again?
The deforestation law has been subject to numerous simplifications and delays
Responding to climate change is no longer about rhetoric
Regulation and product development are shifting how the food industry communicates its sustainability messaging
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
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
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?
From farm to fork: 10 climate bottlenecks threatening food supply chains
At every stage in the supply chain, heat, drought and changing weather patterns are putting pressure on the food sector
GLP-1 nutrition trend fuels premium whey demand
Demand for premium whey continues to climb as weight-loss trends shape food and beverage innovation. Can supply catch up?
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
How wine can adapt to a changing climate
Wine is facing increased pressure as temperatures rise
Consumers still care about sustainability in 2026 – yet other priorities win out
Sustainability remains an ‘afterthought’ for many in the face of high food prices
El Niño 2026 may be ‘largest since the 19th century’
The weather event will be the largest in living memory, according to the UK’s Met Office
The new sustainability playbook starts with suppliers
The race to build a climate-smart food system is putting ingredient suppliers in the spotlight
Drought hits Europe: How have crops been impacted?
Heatwaves have led to water shortages across the continent
UK CEOs sound the alarm over serious supply chain vulnerabilities
A majority of UK CEOs have warned that a major supply chain shock could have catastrophic consequences for large British businesses.
The climate shock that could reshape food costs until 2027
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
5 things F&B needs to know about the Regenerating Together framework
Food and beverage companies now have a practical, measurable and independently verifiable route to scaling regen ag while reducing greenwashing risks
Fertiliser uncertainty grows as Iran conflict drags on
As the conflict approaches five months, fertiliser costs are no longer the main point of uncertainty for growers
Plastic-free confectionery packaging? It’s complicated
Confectionery’s plastic addiction is under scrutiny, but there are no easy solutions
Why the smartest food marketing begins when everything goes wrong
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
Misinformation circulates around new EU Listeria rules
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.
How much fibre is too much?
In the fibremaxxing boom, expert warn that overconsumption of the nutrient can be harmful to consumers