Archives for July 13, 2026

Inside the whey protein bottleneck: How processors can find more capacity

Amid booming demand for protein, how can dairy processors unlock capacity without expanding plants?

FN+Why AI overviews hit differently in food and drink

Research reveals an unexpected twist in how AI is reshaping food and drink searches

FN+Ozempic maker backs game-changing GLP-1 implant to end drop-out

A rice-grain-sized device being evaluated by Novo Nordisk is designed to solve the one problem that’s kept the GLP-1 boom from hitting food and drink sales even harder – patients giving up

Fertiliser uncertainty grows as Iran conflict drags on

As the conflict approaches five months, fertiliser costs are no longer the main point of uncertainty for growers

Gen Alpha and Beta: Confectionery’s next battleground

Freeze-dried sweets, bold flavours, Roblox activations and AI-powered engagement – the forces reshaping confectionery innovation as brands look beyond Gen Z

FN+What are the six top innovations driving beverage development?

Beverage innovation is moving from ‘refreshment’ to ‘purposeful refreshment’ with weight loss medications and protein soda’s driving change, a leading R&D expert has claimed.

ジャパン フォーカス：食品価格の高騰、OSKの紅茶、Thai Unionのシーフードスナック

今月のJapan Focusでは、今年さらに激化すると見込まれる食品価格の高騰、OSKの成長計画、Thai Unionの日本風シーフードスナックなどについて探ります

Japan Focus: Food price hikes, export ambitions and smarter marketing

This edition explores how food price hikes will intensify this year, OSK’s growth plans, Thai Union’s Japanese-inspired seafood snacks, and more

ニュープロテイン ウオッチ：Betagroのチキンヌードル、Thai Unionのスナック、生豆乳

今月のNew Protein Watchでは、Betagroのチキンヌードルとイノベーション、Thai Unionのスナック戦略、現代のフレッシュ豆乳を取り上げています。

中東フォーカス：WALOVIのサウジアラビアでの成長、ASEANのハラール市場、カルビーのパッケージ

今月のMiddle East Focusでは、WALOVIのサウジアラビアでの成長、ASEANのハラール市場、カルビーのパッケージを取り上げます

スタートアップ スポットライト：ACV、エナジードリンク、美容ゼリー

今月のStart-up Spotlightでは、ACV、エナジードリンク、美容ゼリーを取り上げています

パッケージ最新動向：持ち運びに便利なサイズ、ネスレのキットカット、ゼリースティック

今月のPackaging Happeningsでは、持ち運びに便利なサイズ、Nestleのキットカット、ゼリースティックなどを取り上げます。

Aero meets Milkybar as Nestlé bets on brand power

Nestlé combines two iconic brands as collaborations gain traction in confectionery

FN+Price hikes hit Japan processed foods hardest amid Middle East conflict

Japan’s food price hikes are expected to intensify in 2026, with processed foods seeing the biggest increases as the ‘Middle East situation’ adds pressure

Fresh produce is entering its branding era – and grapes are leading the way

Paid for by Sun World International Inc

Branding has long been a cornerstone of the food and beverage industry. Now, fresh produce is following suit, with the table grape category demonstrating how innovation, consumer trust, and retail execution can deliver results.