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?
Opinion
By explicitly cutting off novel foods from use in regulatory sandboxes, the EU is stifling innovation
Companies are aiming to streamline their ingredients lists
Discover the trends shaping performance, recovery, and longevity in the next generation of sports nutrition
The global food and beverage ingredients market is booming. But what are the trends powering industry growth?
Discover the five trends that will define 2026, and why agility, authenticity, and technology will determine who succeeds and who fails
The Lancet’s latest series linking ultra-processed foods (UPFs) to harm across multiple organs has reignited debate over their role in public health
The landmark study series is the biggest blow yet to UPFs
A wide-ranging study from The Lancet is the most damning blow to ultra-processed foods yet
The ingredients company suggests that its focus on fruit and veg puts it in a prime position to benefit from consumer obsessions with health
As concerns around ultra-processed food create distrust in plant-based meat, the sector must pay close attention to the ingredients it uses
Holidays are coming! Discover the confectionery trends driving festive sales in 2025
Consumers want specific kinds of information about their food
The confectionery market is entering a new growth phase, driven by evolving consumer preferences, seasonal demand, and innovation in non-chocolate formats
Brain food is booming. As consumers seek sharper focus and long-term cognitive health, the food industry is responding with powerful ingredients and smarter nutrition
The discovery of ‘nutritional dark matter’ is unlocking new paths for smarter food innovation, targeted health benefits, and precision nutrition
The functional drinks market is booming, with health and wellness powering growth
Top trends driving innovation in confectionery include personalisation, premiumisation, and ultra-limited editions
Are ultra-processed foods really the enemy?
Chewing gum might be small, but its plastic content is causing big concerns. With mounting regulatory pressure and rising consumer demand for change, manufacturers are being urged to rethink their formulations
From Kraft Heinz’s split to Mars and Kellanova’s mega-merger, the world’s biggest food brands are reshaping the industry
Once a weight-loss juggernaut, the high-fat, low-carb keto diet is losing consumer interest
From timeless favourites to viral treats, discover how price, innovation, and better-for-you options are reshaping the confectionery aisle
Functional confectionery is booming. Find out which ingredients are driving the trend
Snacks are surging, alcohol is slipping, and flavour is king. Discover the biggest consumer shifts in food and drink in 2025
Consumers are turning away from sweeteners amid rising health concerns and distrust. What does this mean for the future of food and beverage?
As consumer priorities shift, food and beverage businesses must adapt fast to survive
M&M’s, Skittles, and Starburst will ditch artificial colours, but not every product is making the switch
Bold flavours, indulgence, flexitarianism, and wellness are reshaping consumer demand as 2025 draws to a close
Consumers continue to eat ultra-processed foods, and awareness remains low
Demand for bakery products, like many other foods, is becoming more dependent on their functional health benefits
Gut health market shows no signs of slowing as consumer interest proves unstoppable
To align or not to align - that is the question that the UK’s asking about its food standards
The new Clean Food Consumerism scale aims to reflect why consumers buy ‘natural’ foods
The food and beverage industry is dominated by diets that drive sales and fuel new product development. We look at the most popular
‘Food as medicine’ is big and growing fast. But what’s next for this major player in food and beverage?
The foundation is developing its own food processing guidelines
Organic foods and beverage are becoming increasingly popular with sales rising globally. So, what’s fuelling this growth and what’s next for organic?
Fast-growing The Tofoo Co is a big-name brand in the plant-based protein market, but the business is eyeing further growth.
As scores of start-ups compete to develop the perfect meat alternative, are consumers turning back to animal meat?
Plant-based diets remain popular, but associations with UPF and low-quality ingredients has shaken consumer trust in alt meat, fish and dairy brands. So, what can the sector do to restore public opinion?
Consumers are turning away from fancy foods in favour of more hearty meals. So, what’s sparked this new trend and what does it mean for the industry?
A family-owned natural colours, flavours and extracts business supplying global food and drink manufacture has secured a £9m investment to grow into the States.
Big Interview
He may well be one of snacking’s most influential men. So, an audience with Mondelēz International’s Snackfutures Ventures boss, Richie Gray, could indeed be the making or breaking of a business.
With many consumers classing plant-based meats as ultra-processed, the race is on for manufacturers to ‘clean up’ labels.
Without artificial additives, ensuring that products have a long shelf-life is more challenging.
At the Bread and Jam festival in London last week, we saw a range of start-ups try to plug perceived gaps in the market, in ingredients, cheese and alcoholic drinks.
Why ready meals, takeaways and eating out, trump home cooking for consumers.
What’s the one key trend in the better-for-you snacks category? We put the question to Mondelēz, Nestlé, Ferrero, and Mars.