News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
Chocolate is undergoing a dramatic transformation. From cutting‑edge cocoa‑free innovation to the rise of premium indulgence, discover how makers and brands are reinventing the world’s favourite treat
Three major food and beverage trend battles are set to define 2026, but which will triumph, and which will be left behind?
Four trend wars, four surprising winners. Dive into the food and beverage battles that dominated the industry in 2025
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
Could dark chocolate become the next big anti‑ageing ingredient? New research suggests it might, and the opportunities for brands are huge
Opinion
By explicitly cutting off novel foods from use in regulatory sandboxes, the EU is stifling innovation
Collagen is transforming food, drink and confectionery. Discover why this powerhouse ingredient is set to dominate innovation in 2026
Rumours of a major Barry Callebaut shake‑up are swirling, and the cocoa market could feel the impact
The deforestation regulation’s postponement comes after a year of political wrangling
Gluten‑free growth is shifting. Discover the sectors surging ahead and the trends transforming the market
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
From shifting grocery habits to new product opportunities, Circana’s insights reveal how brands and retailers can adapt to the rise of GLP-1 users
Discover how brands are reimagining indulgence and why the sweetest opportunities lie ahead
Could a sweet protein from Finland revolutionise sugar reduction?
Mars and Kellanova join forces in a landmark deal set to reshape the global snacking industry
From microbiome-first foods to AI-powered diagnostics, discover the innovations shaping the future of wellness
Chocolate makers has been significantly impacted by the cocoa crisis. Ingredient innovation offers a solution
Climate cooling isn’t enough to save cocoa, wine, and coffee – industry needs to do more to protect these crops for the future
Better fortunes for under-pressure commodities suggest that the worst could be, for now, behind us
Mars seals €31bn Kellanova deal after EU approval - what does this mean for snacking’s future?
The innovative gene editing technique can make crops more disease and drought resistant, but faces scepticism from regulators and NGOs
Functional ingredients are aiming to boost brain health and wellbeing
The Council and Parliament have decided to postpone the landmark regulation
Innovation cycles take time. But artificial intelligence promises to change that - at lightening speed
From nostalgic favourites with a modern twist to wellness-driven indulgence, the flavour revolution is here
Unilever offloads Graze to Katjes International, marking a fresh start for the snack brand under Candy Kittens’ wing
New research reveals fruits and vegetables carry high pesticide risk
Not all of 2025’s trends will continue to capture consumers’ interest
Chocolate is changing fast - premium indulgence, health-driven treats, and even cocoa-free innovations are rewriting the rulebook
Climate shocks, farmer shortages, and price volatility threaten chocolate’s future, but innovation and sustainability offer a solution
Unilever is set to offload Graze for a fraction of its 2019 purchase price. Can Katjes revive the struggling snack brand?
The landmark deforestation regulation is a step closer to being postponed following a vote in European Parliament
The global food and beverage ingredients market is booming. But what are the trends powering industry growth?
Land degradation is one of many threats to agricultural yields globally
New research linking omnipresent emulsifiers to gut damage and obesity is raising tough questions for manufacturers
Taking out harmful ingredients and putting in beneficial ones cannot alone counteract negative effects of UPFs, says Lancet study
Nestlé is exploring cutting-edge genomics and sustainable sourcing to safeguard cocoa supplies
The cocoa crisis is forcing chocolate manufacturers to rethink everything - from sourcing and compliance to innovation and consumer trust
Nestlé’s key strategist retires after four decades shaping global growth
Discover the five trends that will define 2026, and why agility, authenticity, and technology will determine who succeeds and who fails
The EU council has backed a year-long delay of the landmark regulation
Nestlé, Ferrero, Mars, Unilever and Kraft Heinz are reshaping the food and beverage landscape with bold M&A moves. But what’s next?
Cocoa-free chocolate is reshaping the confectionery landscape. But will consumers buy in?
Despite opposition from key industry players such as Ferrero and Nestlé, a one-year postponement may still take place
Vision fears are the next shockwave to hit GLP-1 drugs
Consumer desire for calm, wellness and vitality will affect colour trends in the coming year
Premiumisation is driving double-digit growth in confectionery - what does this mean for manufacturers?
Sweeping alterations to the EU’s deforestation regulation changes the game for compliance and enforcement
As global cocoa supplies remain volatile, beset by climate change, geopolitical volatility and disease, can alternative ingredients deliver the same chocolate experience?
Manufacturers and retailers are rethinking gluten-free as festive sales soar
Inside Nestlé: Rania Abou Samra on crafting the future of food and beverage