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The study explored consumers' attitudes to an increase in milk and butter prices in exchange for animal welfare. Image Source: Getty Images/VLIET

Would consumers pay more for animal welfare?

By Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

A study of Swiss consumers of milk and butter explored whether they would accept increased prices if it meant better lives for dairy cows.

The event will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan. Image Source: Getty Images/sharrocks

Will COP29 focus on food?

By Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

As COP29 garners global attention, its focus on food systems continues to grow.

Big name speakers at Protein Vision 2024. Image/Getty

Protein Vision 2024

Protein Vision 2024: Big name speakers announced

By Nicholas Robinson

Quorn, Redefine Meat, THIS, La Vie and Rude Health are among the high-profile brands providing their valuable market intelligence at this year’s Protein Vision digital event.

Snacktastic 'mega' M&A deals expected from the snacking sector, even after Mars/Kellanova. Image/Getty

Mars' Kellanova buyout the start of hefty snacking M&A

By Nicholas Robinson

Mega deals within snacking are picking up pace after a quiet start to the year, with Mars’ Kellanova acquisition the tip of the iceberg as strong financial performances provide corporates with healthy cashflows.

Innovations spotted at SIAL 2024 show direction of travel for food industry. Credit: GettyImages

Innovation watch: Spotted at SIAL 2024

By Rachel Arthur, Teodora Lyubomirova and Gill Hyslop

Edible cutlery, reimagined sushi, and vitamin-enriched cheese are just a handful of exciting food and drink innovations entering the market.

Study reveals consumers could be in favour of rationing to prevent climate change and address food inequality. Credit: GettyImages

Could governments introduce rationing?

By Donna Eastlake

Rationing could be a reality as populations grow and climate change bites. But would consumers support it and what would it mean for food manufacturers?

The proposed EUDR delay has delighted some and frustrated others. Image Source: Getty Images/sunlow

EUDR delay: The winners and losers

By Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

The proposed EUDR delay could be a relief for many if approved, but its mooting has also been controversial. Who are the winners and losers of the delay?

The experts wade in on what food and drink start-ups get wrong. Image/Getty

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Ask the experts: What do F&B start-ups get wrong?

By Nicholas Robinson

What do food and drink start-up businesses get wrong? It’s the big question facing many fledgling businesses. FoodNavigator speaks to nine industry experts to find out.

Start-up pitch: How BettaF!sh is creating seafood from seaweed. GettyImages/Aamulya

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Start-up pitch: How BettaF!sh is creating seafood from seaweed

By Donna Eastlake

The plant-based seafood market is underserved – enter BettaF!sh. This week we're discovering how founder, Deniz Ficicioglu, is revolutionising the fish-free fish space in the first edition of FoodNavigator’s start-up pitch series.

Conflicting caffeine research confuses consumers. GettyImages/amenic181

Conflicting caffeine research confuses consumers

By Donna Eastlake

Caffeine’s effect on vascular health has been a hot topic for years, with researchers putting forward positive and negative arguments. Now, a new study is adding to the conversation. But what's the truth?

When will the price of olive oil come down? GettyImages/fcafotodigital

When will the price of olive oil come down?

By Donna Eastlake

The price of olive oil has shot up, causing headaches for manufacturers and consumers. So, what does the future hold for this costly commodity, and will the price ever come down?

What lessons can other commodities learn from the RSPO and palm oil for EUDR implementation? Image/Getty

EUDR and getting it right: Four lessons from the RSPO

By Nicholas Robinson

Broad unpreparedness led the world to rebel against EUDR’s enforcement. Now the clock could be reset for another 12 months, what can the global supply chain do to reach compliance?

What's next for the gut health trend? GettyImages-PeopleImages

Gut health: What’s next for this major F&B trend?

By Donna Eastlake

Consumer demand for ‘gut-friendly’ foods and beverages is growing fast, and industry is innovating just as quickly to meet it. So, what’s next for this seemingly unstoppable trend?

It is important for food manufacturers to pay attention to factors affecting iron bioavailability. Image Source: Getty Images/bit245

When is iron most bioavailable?

By Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

When it comes to essential nutrients, its vital to understand when they are at their most bioavailable. Iron is no exception.

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