News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
As demand for plant-based dairy and protein sodas surges, a new large-scale Canadian facility is producing purified pea protein isolates to eliminate sensory off-notes and support emerging dietary needs
7UP leans into flavor with first major reformulation in more than 15 years
Hershey’s stepping up its premium ambitions with elevated products, strategic acquisitions and a growing focus on affordable indulgence
Natural dyes require more than reformulation because supply chains must evolve too
A licencing agreement can give a certain level of control of a brand to the licensee
Will the use of whey in trending foods and beverages have a knock-on effect on essential categories?
Chocolate leakage and uneven bake performance are often blamed on poor-quality chocolate, but the real problem frequently lies in ingredient performance and process consistency
The cereal giant has faced intense scrutiny for its use of controversial ingredients like petroleum-based dyes and butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)
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Growing consumer interest in specific fibers is prompting the promotion of fiber diversity as a way to deliver multiple health benefits while supporting product innovation
Nestlé ramps up innovation with a new festive Milkybar
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Manufacturers must rethink formulation in the post-GLP-1 era to account for shifting consumer desire from hero ingredients to products that deliver multiple health benefits, fit into their everyday routines and justify their price
Hershey posts strong second-quarter results, with sales and earnings growth driving an optimistic outlook
Like other major FMCGs, the biggest growth for Mondelēz is outside developed markets
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
J&J Snack Foods says the answer lies in evolving heritage brands and products but not the emotional experiences consumers associate with them
Nestlé delivers stronger organic growth and improving volumes in H1 2026, but net profit falls 31.4%
Oreo expands beyond the biscuit aisle with mini snack bags
In a continent that’s a key area of growth, which food companies are dominating?
Lindt brings Dubai chocolate trend to ice cream as confectionery brands continue to diversify
Amid booming demand for protein, how can dairy processors unlock capacity without expanding plants?
Freeze-dried sweets, bold flavours, Roblox activations and AI-powered engagement – the forces reshaping confectionery innovation as brands look beyond Gen Z
Nestlé combines two iconic brands as collaborations gain traction in confectionery
Ingredion’s takeover of Tate & Lyle is the latest deal in a rapidly changing ingredients sector, so which companies will be tomorrow’s winners?
Rising costs, changing consumer demands and fast-moving trends are reshaping confectionery innovation. But what does it take to stand out?
Summer Fancy Food Show
How two founders are reviving classic snacks (or meals) in a frozen format with a fun twist
In mid 2026, slower milk growth is reshaping production priorities as processors chase stronger returns from cheese, whey and high-value ingredients
The world’s biggest bakery company says it will become the first in its category to remove artificial colours, flavours, preservatives and emulsifiers across such a broad portfolio of everyday baked goods by the end of 2028
The regulatory landscape surrounding ultra-processed foods is changing rapidly. Here’s what has already happened, what’s coming next and why manufacturers should be paying attention
The cocoa crisis has exposed a much bigger challenge for manufacturers – preserving flavour, texture, quality and consumer trust while navigating a volatile ingredient market
Summer Fancy Food Show 2026
Bone broth’s versatility across beverage formats reveals there’s more to it than a functional, savory drink
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