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
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
Opinion
By explicitly cutting off novel foods from use in regulatory sandboxes, the EU is stifling innovation
What predictions were right, and which ones didn’t come to pass?
The deforestation regulation’s postponement comes after a year of political wrangling
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
The innovative gene editing technique can make crops more disease and drought resistant, but faces scepticism from regulators and NGOs
The Council and Parliament have decided to postpone the landmark regulation
The wide ranging strategy touches on both packaging and novel foods
Climate shocks, farmer shortages, and price volatility threaten chocolate’s future, but innovation and sustainability offer a solution
The landmark deforestation regulation is a step closer to being postponed following a vote in European Parliament
Land degradation is one of many threats to agricultural yields globally
The cocoa crisis is forcing chocolate manufacturers to rethink everything - from sourcing and compliance to innovation and consumer trust
The EU council has backed a year-long delay of the landmark regulation
Alternative proteins have lost a lot of popularity in recent years, and this is reflected in IP activity
Despite opposition from key industry players such as Ferrero and Nestlé, a one-year postponement may still take place
Sweeping alterations to the EU’s deforestation regulation changes the game for compliance and enforcement
The price of sugar will not stay low forever
The largest players in food are making bold decisions in an effort to boost growth
Consumers want specific kinds of information about their food
Looking back at our Sustainable September initiative, where does the food and drink industry thrive and fall?
Cadbury Heroes gets a sustainable makeover as Mondelēz trials paper tubs
Events on the ground in producing countries will have significant effects on prices
A new study suggests palm oil use is not as widespread as previously thought
Downstream operators will not be required to submit due diligence statements
Problems with the system, through which businesses must submit EUDR due diligence statements, were the given reason for the regulation’s potential second delay
Combining tech with other forms of innovation is the only way forward
Despite the downturn in meat substitutes, the popularity of plant-based protein lives on
Regenerative agriculture provides more security for supply chains, believes the multinational
Utilising plant-based proteins is vital for Europe’s autonomy as the world becomes more unstable, suggests innovation council head
CEO Richard Zaltman discusses sustainability, tariffs and the future of food tech
A breakthrough in AI forecasting is enabling producers and businesses to insure their commodities based on predicted prices for the first time
Nestlé’s quiet exit from global methane-cutting alliance has sparked fresh scrutiny over its climate commitments
As the deforestation regulation approaches, finance initiatives are helping producers both large and small to change their ways
Start-ups are being subjected to higher, more exacting standards before securing funding
Cocoa prices have finally cooled after a historic surge - but will the calm last?
Opinion
In the end, neglecting the environment will only harm food and beverage
Sustainable September
Land use must be negotiated with Indigenous peoples
Mars takes major step towards net zero by 2050
The RSPO’s partnership with the Dutch government gives it a key role in EUDR compliance
Sustainable September
The initiative will centre around farmer-facing organisations and focus on upscaling
Dairy substitutes still face difficulty in getting through to some consumers
Cocoa yields will have a substantial affect on prices
As the need for alternatives becomes clearer, sustainability fades into the background
Sustainable September
Mars, PepsiCo and ADM are partnering to help farmers adopt regenerative agriculture - boosting soil health, crop resilience and sustainability
A major food and drink player has ambitions to close its waste loop, but can it be done?
Sustainable September
What’s it like leading sustainability at one of the world’s largest brewers? Heineken’s senior director for global sustainability reveals how she tackles the big challenges; embraces new opportunities to drive change; and her top tips for embarking on a...
The European Parliament wants to further restrict labelling for meat alternatives