Transparency demanded as trust in food system declines
Consumers want specific kinds of information about their food
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The four pillars of gut health - and how they’re shaping F&B innovation
From probiotics to sleep-supporting snacks, discover how the four pillars of gut health are reshaping food and beverage innovation
EU ‘meaty’ names ban: What now?
As the plant-based industry pushes back against the ban, how likely is it to be implemented?
Consumers want to know how food tech works: a challenge for industry
When it comes to cell cultivation and precision fermentation, consumers want more clarity. But what kind of information is best shared? And how?
Nestlé, Mars, Unilever, Ferrero & Kraft Heinz: The big CPG shake-up continues
From Nestlé’s mass layoffs to Kraft Heinz mega demerger, global CPGs are making bold moves to survive shifting consumer demands and financial pressure
Majority of consumers think supplements can extend healthspan, what’s holding them back?
There is a clear appetite for longevity supporting solutions from consumers across the globe, but uptake of supplements is yet to make pace with awareness, so what is holding back potential shoppers?
NAD⁺: The longevity molecule transforming functional food and drink
NAD⁺ is emerging as a key ingredient in the longevity space. Discover the science, product potential, and formulation challenges shaping this fast-growing category
Mondelēz trials paper packaging for Cadbury Heroes campaign
Cadbury Heroes gets a sustainable makeover as Mondelēz trials paper tubs
Cocoa crisis: How politics and harvests could impact the sector
Events on the ground in producing countries will have significant effects on prices
Raw chocolate: The trend to watch
Raw and minimally-processed chocolate is bringing bold flavours, rustic textures, and transparency to the premium confectionery space
How GLP-1 drugs are supercharging the age of precision nutrition
Could the era of precision nutrition turn the pharma-driven metabolism revolution into a food-based one?
Plant-based protein: Functionality grows as meat alternatives fade
Despite the downturn in meat substitutes, the popularity of plant-based protein lives on
Nestlé to cut 16,000 jobs in Q3 results shake-up
Nestlé is cutting 7% of its workforce. Is this bold move a reset or a risk?
4 trends driving the next frontier of gut health
From biotic soda to kefir, gut health innovation shows no signs of abating. Which trends will see microbiome science continue to push the envelope?
GLP-1 food boom: Market growth, big brands, and key challenges
GLP-1 fuels rapid food and beverage sector growth - but risks and costs mount
Bezos Centre boss on barriers to market for alternative proteins
Precision fermentation and cultivated meat have a long way to go before they can be sold to consumers
Halloween candy sales soar: Trends & treats driving growth
Halloween is no longer just for kids, it’s a confectionery goldmine
Information is the new must-have in food
Appetite is building for food information. From ingredients to processing methods, how can industry best give shoppers want they want?
What happens when nutrition science collides with politics? Kevin Hall found out
New book explores what the science really says about metabolism myths, UPFs and misinformation
Top 3 new food & beverage trends for 2026
Discover the top trends set to shape consumer choices and product development
Why are dairy prices declining?
From cream to butterfat, prices have lowered across the board
Confectionery market to hit $278bn by 2032 as candy sales surge
The confectionery market is entering a new growth phase, driven by evolving consumer preferences, seasonal demand, and innovation in non-chocolate formats
Potato protein market to grow as demand for functionality booms
The plant-based protein boasts quality, versatility and efficiency
EIT Food: Is sustainability dead?
CEO Richard Zaltman discusses sustainability, tariffs and the future of food tech
How AI can protect F&B from commodity price volatility
A breakthrough in AI forecasting is enabling producers and businesses to insure their commodities based on predicted prices for the first time
Ferrero’s $100m+ sporting gamble
Ferrero bets big on sports with North American marketing blitz
Fibre powers next wave of functional nutrition
Fibre is no longer just a digestive aid, it’s a driving force in food innovation
Press start to snack: Inside the $200 billion gaming boom brands can’t ignore
Ahead of FoodNavigator-USA’s free webinar ‘Fueling Fun: Connecting with Esports Enthusiasts and Everyday Gamers FTW’ (October 15), we look at how brands from Doritos to Heinz are stepping inside the $200bn gaming economy
Coca-Cola’s Power Water takes on PepsiCo’s Propel
Functional bottled water wars continue between US beverage goliaths
Nestlé quits global climate alliance
Nestlé’s quiet exit from global methane-cutting alliance has sparked fresh scrutiny over its climate commitments
Top 5 foods fuelling the brain health boom
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
Mars-Kellanova merger: Commission rumoured to be nearing approval
Mars’ blockbuster $35.9bn bid for Kellanova may get the EU’s green light, without concessions
Why the GLP-1 boom won’t kill sugar reduction
Junk food cravings may ease with GLP-1 use, but people still want sweet foods
The future of chocolate: Trends shaping a $129bn market
From creamy milk chocolate to functional dark varieties, the global chocolate market is evolving fast
Meatly on the next steps for cultivated meat
Scaling and achieving mass market pricing are the next hurdles for Meatly, and cultivated meat as a whole
Food tech investors embrace caution - and look beyond sustainability
Start-ups are being subjected to higher, more exacting standards before securing funding
Functional beverage market to hit $250bn by 2030: Key trends driving growth
The functional drinks market is booming, with health and wellness powering growth
Why Kerry exited hybrid dairy and pivoted Smug to snacking
Once heralded as a category disruptor, Kerry’s hybrid dairy brand Smug is being reinvented into a 100% dairy affair. Here’s why
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NotCo on boosting F&B innovation in challenging times
Food and beverage is ripping up the rule book to innovate for the future
Top confectionery trends for 2026
Top trends driving innovation in confectionery include personalisation, premiumisation, and ultra-limited editions
Nestlé’s Christmas 2025 NPD: KitKat Gingerbread, Green Triangle bar
Nestlé confectionery has unwrapped a broad Christmas 2025 range, featuring seasonal flavours, gifting formats and shareable packs. Sustainability and retail exclusives also return to the line-up
TFWA 2025: Top 5 confectionery innovations from the show
From hazelnut Twix to halal Haribo, TFWA 2025 delivered a sweet showcase of innovation under the Cannes sun. Discover the top launches shaking up confectionery
Cocoa market stable for first time since 2022
Cocoa prices have finally cooled after a historic surge - but will the calm last?
How US tariffs are affecting coffee
Trade barriers are hitting the drink in multiple ways
The health trend: Functionality and clean label in 2025
Consumers are paying more attention to health than ever
Taste trumps all in functional food and beverage
Consumers are spending big on health-boosting foods and drinks, but flavour is still the dealbreaker
The big UPF myth: Why consumers say one thing and eat another
Do manufacturers really need to navigate out of the ‘dirty’ UPF world? Perhaps not, as exclusive research shows consumers’ perception of UPF is very different to their reality
Food ingredients see M&A boom
Deal activity is reaching new heights this year
Functional gummy mania sends confectionery sales soaring
Functional gummies are exploding in popularity - blending indulgence with wellness, and appealing to everyone from Gen Z to Boomers
Shrinkflation backfires: Brands risk customer loyalty in cost-saving strategy
Are manufacturers risking it all to save a few pennies?