Dairy

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

Dairy Innovations

Danone’s AI commerce goal: ‘Trusted by machines and desired by humans’

At Groceryshop, Arthur Sylvestre outlined why internal alignment, digital consistency and consumer needs – not the latest technology – are guiding Danone’s strategy

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

FN+Nestlé commits $1bn to North America expansion strategy

Swiss food and beverage giant unveils $1bn investment aimed at boosting manufacturing, supporting agriculture and accelerating growth across North America

FN+What do GLP-1 users want to eat and drink when they’re out?

From snacks to cocktails, GLP-1 users are changing consumption habits outside the home and the industry needs to adapt fast

FN+Nestlé backs landmark effort to improve cancer care

Food and beverage giant partners with the WSSO to make nutrition a standard part of cancer surgery care worldwide

Why is Saputo saying farewell to UK dairy?

Earlier this year, Saputo announced it had agreed to sell its UK dairy operations to Lactalis, leaving behind one of Europe’s largest markets.

Dairy UK rejects ‘mega-dairy’ environment claims as calls made for tighter regulation

Dairy UK has defended the sector against claims that the rise of so-called “mega-dairies” is driving environmental damage.

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.

Arla expands climate action programme for farmers

Arla is to expand its climate action programme for farmers after reviewing its FarmAhead Incentive programme.

FN+Big Food’s C-suite shake-up signals new era

From Nestlé to Ferrero, Big Food’s leadership structure is changing, as boards search for executives who can do more than just manage a business

FN+The GLP-1 effect: How weight-loss drugs are changing food and drink

Weight-loss drugs are reshaping the food and beverage landscape, driving demand for nutrient-dense, portion-controlled products and opening up new opportunities for innovation across the industry

FN+Mars’ vision for 2036: The trends set to transform food and nutrition

Food and beverage giant bets on fibre, AI and personalised nutrition as solo eating reshapes food’s future

Milk and egg quality hit by climate change

Extreme heat not only impacts crops, but products produced by livestock as well

FN+Creatine moves into weight management

New research suggests creatine could support weight loss, creating significant new opportunities for food and beverage

Arla to pump €63M into high-protein dairy production

Arla Foods is planning to invest more than €63 million to expand production of two of its best-selling products.

Why Oatly is going big on fibre

Unlike protein, fibre plays more naturally to oatmilk’s strengths

FN+Nestlé Russia vows to continue despite state intervention

Nestlé Russia to continue operations under state-appointed management after Kremlin seized control of assets

Nestlé Russia under state control: What happens next?

As the dust settles on Russia’s takeover of Nestlé’s local operations, analysts warn the move could reshape how multinationals assess risk in the country

FN+Nestlé Russia falls under Kremlin control

Food and beverage giant vows to protect its rights after Russia transfers control of local business to state-appointed administrator

FN+Gut health and the $71bn question: What comes next?

From personalised nutrition to GLP-1-friendly foods, gut health is entering a new era

Alternative proteins have disappointed investors – but it’s not the end

Taste and affordability challenges have dented consumer uptake and limited the category’s commercial potential. Can the sector’s fortunes turn?

FN+Nestlé shifts strategy from scale to execution

Coffee, Petcare and emerging markets at centre of Nestlé’s new strategy as the food giant moves away from growth through scale

Food and beverage’s collaboration craze gains momentum

From confectionery tie-ups to sustainability partnerships, brand collaborations are reshaping the food and beverage industry. But why has the trend exploded, and where will it go next?

FN+Barry Callebaut and Arla launch ambitious decarbonisation plan

World’s biggest chocolate maker partners with dairy giant to target Scope 3 emissions

Big Food’s Big Reset: Why the industry’s changing faster than ever

From C-suite shake-ups to targeted acquisitions, Big Food is rethinking how to win in a rapidly changing market

Nestlé sheds mainstream VMS business in $1bn deal

Nestlé to sell mainstream supplements portfolio to Yellow Wood Partners, sharpening focus on premium, science-led VMS brands

Is the snack market slowing? How changing habits are reshaping the industry

Despite strong growth forecasts, questions are emerging over the future of the snacking sector

Top 10 shortlist announced for FoodNavigator’s Global Food Tech Awards EMEA heat

The 2026 shortlist of startups take on industry challenges around scalable food waste reduction, nutrition and food safety

FN+Global Top 100 Most Valuable Food Brands 2026 announced

Which food brands are leading the way in 2026? Brand Finance’s latest ranking reveals the biggest names, fastest risers and strongest brands across the global food sector

FN+Could climate change force a rewrite of the world’s recipes?

Manufacturers are racing to diversify ingredient sourcing as climate shocks threaten some of the world’s most important food commodities

FN+Could dropping ‘vegan’ unlock growth?

What if the future of vegan food isn’t vegan at all? Why the next wave of growth could come from selling great food that just happens to be animal-free

FN+Xanthan gum linked to gut inflammation, putting manufacturers on alert

Study suggests long-term xanthan gum consumption could impact gut health, raising formulation questions for food and beverage

FN+Nestlé bets big on GLP-1s with AI-powered nutrition push

The world’s biggest CPG is using AI and nutritional science to develop products tailored to GLP-1 users

FN+How will a new definition of gut health impact food industry?

What is gut health? Scientists move toward a consensus definition

Saputo sells UK dairy division to Lactalis

Canadian dairy giant Saputo has agreed to sell its UK dairy operations to French rival Lactalis in a landmark deal.

FN+Private label goes premium as brands fight to keep up

Premium ingredients, sophisticated branding and growing consumer trust fuel private label’s rise across food and beverage

Could soaring whey prices make infant formula even more expensive?

Will the use of whey in trending foods and beverages have a knock-on effect on essential categories?

Full-fat dairy cleared in new study challenging diet advice

A new study suggests adults can consume three servings of full-fat dairy a day without adverse effects on weight, body fat or cholesterol, adding fresh fuel to the debate over saturated fat and dairy nutrition

5 food ingredients for bone health – what manufacturers need to know

With interest in bone health rising, manufacturers can leverage key ingredients and nutrient combinations to meet demand

Colostrum: Functional treasure or cruel wellness fad?

The controversial ingredient is growing in popularity, but debate still rages about both its health benefits and its animal welfare credentials

From Nestlé to Mars: Why Big Food is embracing contract manufacturing

Outsourcing becomes a priority as CPGs seek greater flexibility, speed and resilience

Whey demand set to rise with bioethanol breakthrough

Researchers have developed a new process for converting whey into bioethanol, opening up a potential new market for a dairy byproduct already experiencing soaring demand

FN+Cyberattacks surge as food and beverage becomes prime target

From suppliers to retailers, no part of the food and beverage industry is safe as cyber attacks escalate

IFT FIRST

Can dairy retain its bioactive benefits without sacrificing food safety?

By preserving naturally occurring milk exosomes that conventional processing often destroys, biotech startup Exosomm says it can help manufacturers deliver clinically relevant bioactive benefits without compromising food safety, shelf life or scalability

FN+Nutri-Score: Pros and cons

The front-of-pack labelling scheme has attracted its fair share of controversy

FN+Nestlé bets big on premiumisation as consumers trade up

Nestlé prioritises premiumisation as consumers seek quality, functionality and indulgence

6 ways a hotter Europe is transforming food and drink

Climate change is no longer a future threat for Europe’s food and drink. It’s already here, and it’s reshaping the way European food and drink operates

FN+From Nestlé to Ferrero: Big Food’s consolidation boom

Big Food’s biggest players are using acquisitions and strategic investments to fuel growth and expand their influence, and it’s reshaping the future of the industry

FN+Will the beef tallow trend come to Europe?

It’s taking off in the US, but will European consumers be open to the idea?