News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
Flavors of the future: global inspiration meets local innovation
Demand for protein-forward, reduced-sugar and plant-based indulgence is forcing formulators like Luker Chocolate to balance nutrition claims with the taste and texture consumers expect
Turning LATAM’s abundant resources into growth will demand resilient farms, local production and sharper market choices
From Cadbury and Oreo to Toblerone and Côte d’Or, Mondelēz encourages consumers to trade up as it doubles down on premiumisation
PepsiCo cuts sodium and sugar, while betting on fiber and protein
From snacking to specialty dairy, European buyers are paying a premium for hard-to-build capabilities and immediate entry into the American market
Innovation is central for any drink brand looking to meet the evolving expectations of consumers
Three emerging consumer tools are set to transform food demand and challenge the industry’s traditional growth model
Cadbury joins cross-category collaboration trend with MCoBeauty beauty launch
NIQ research finds that children are already thinking about ingredients, nutrition and the benefits they want from snacks, which could shape the category as they gain purchasing power
Confectionery indulgence is shifting from ‘more is more’ to ‘worth it’ as consumers prioritise quality, experience, wellness and sustainability
As the administration replaces IEEPA duties with section 301 forced labor tariffs, food and beverage importers face renewed legal battles and supply chain uncertainty
From a small-town America to the world’s biggest confectionery company, Mars mark 115 years of family ownership and industry influence
Danone and Arcor have completed a major dairy joint venture in Argentina, strengthening their position in a market where competitors are scaling back or facing financial challenges
A flurry of trading activity has led to a boost in coffee prices
Confectionery’s biggest names are no longer just watching the alternative cocoa space – they’re shaping it
Shopper satisfaction dips nine percentage points, as consumers reduce spending year over year
Nestlé to remove artificial food colourings from all products globally by the end of the year
Confectionery giant invests €1.5m in young scientists through Mars Impact Fund
BuzzBallz, the RTD (ready-to-drink) cocktail, has been described as the “new darling” of the UK alcohol category as it has rocketed into the Top 100
Nestlé brings together confectionery and coffee in latest bid to drive growth
China’s alcohol beverage market is in a “structural reset” with younger consumers, casual social events and at home drinking replacing the business occasion as a key driver.
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Kiss the Ground CEO Evan Harrison and FOND Regenerative founder Alysa Seeland explain why rising consumer awareness is attracting retailers and what must happen before regenerative products can scale
Private equity is reshaping food and beverage, but rising costs raise questions over just how far it can go
Additives and artificial colors and flavors continue to be axed from formulas as the industry balances a meeting consumers’ health goals with nutrition policy
America’s biggest birthday party is inspiring a summer of patriotic flavours, nostalgic treats and celebratory packaging
The French company aims to boost APAC expansion with major new acquisition
AI is transforming how F&B giants cut costs, boost efficiency and innovate faster — turning data into a powerful competitive edge
Users perceive sweeteners differently to sugar
Consumers aren’t simply looking for something tasty. Mondelēz International’s latest report suggests they increasingly want food that entertains, comforts and gives them something worth talking about
The deal includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
While Nestlé has reached this particular milestone ahead of schedule, it positions the achievement as one step in a longer-term strategy focused on cleaner labels, product innovation and greater consumer trust
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
Clear food and beverage trends emerge during a heatwave
Texture is being prioritised in much product innovation, especially in confectionery
The border closure between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo has raised concerns over potential disruption to coffee trade - but is there a risk to global coffee prices?
The deal between the two ingredients companies creates a global powerhouse
Premium indulgence and snacking are driving momentum at ice cream major Froneri – and sustainability is underpinning both trends