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
Confectionery
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
EUDR delay: Parliament pushes back
Lawmakers are beginning to voice opposition to any potential delay of the groundbreaking legislation
Nestlé quits global climate alliance
Nestlé’s quiet exit from global methane-cutting alliance has sparked fresh scrutiny over its climate commitments
Combatting deforestation with cash: How financing is helping producers prepare for the EUDR
As the deforestation regulation approaches, finance initiatives are helping producers both large and small to change their ways
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
Nutritional dark matter: The next frontier in food science
The discovery of ‘nutritional dark matter’ is unlocking new paths for smarter food innovation, targeted health benefits, and precision nutrition
The future of chocolate: Trends shaping a $129bn market
From creamy milk chocolate to functional dark varieties, the global chocolate market is evolving fast
Food tech investors embrace caution - and look beyond sustainability
Start-ups are being subjected to higher, more exacting standards before securing funding
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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
Are IT problems really to blame for EUDR delay?
Brussels blames IT systems for EUDR delays - but others say technology’s just a scapegoat
Done deal: WK Kellogg now a subsidiary of Ferrero
Less than three months after the acquisition announcement, WK Kellogg is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ferrero
Cocoa market stable for first time since 2022
Cocoa prices have finally cooled after a historic surge - but will the calm last?
Opinion
Rejecting sustainability is bad for business
In the end, neglecting the environment will only harm food and beverage
Food categories that have weathered the cost-of-living storm - and those that haven’t
When costs are high, consumers are more discerning with their wallets
Taste trumps all in functional food and beverage
Consumers are spending big on health-boosting foods and drinks, but flavour is still the dealbreaker
Sustainable September
EUDR: How companies can ensure Indigenous rights are protected
Land use must be negotiated with Indigenous peoples
Mars pumps billions into renewable energy
Mars takes major step towards net zero by 2050
European Commission wants to delay EUDR, again
The Environment Commissioner hopes lawmakers will agree to postpone the deforestation regulation yet another year
Nestlé’s cocoa boss on surviving the ‘biggest shock in 25 years’
How is one of the world’s biggest chocolate makers navigating a once-in-a-generation cocoa crisis?
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
EUDR: Certified palm oil supports compliance in Netherlands
The RSPO’s partnership with the Dutch government gives it a key role in EUDR compliance
Final countdown: Ferrero-Kellogg merger one step closer to completion
Following a landslide shareholder vote, the merger deal is expected to close within days
Shrinkflation backfires: Brands risk customer loyalty in cost-saving strategy
Are manufacturers risking it all to save a few pennies?
GLP-1 fuels new wave of confectionery innovation
GLP-1 drugs are transforming consumer snacking habits, and confectionery brands are responding
Nestlé CEO wants “better, smarter and faster”
New chief, Philipp Navratil, wants food and beverage giant to move quickly and be ready to innovate
Mars pledges €1bn to European manufacturing
Mars is ramping up manufacturing, sustainability, and innovation across Europe
Cocoa crisis: Production threatened by black pod disease
Black pod disease is the latest infection to impact production of the beloved bean
Danone’s Lifeway acquisition collapses
As talks between the two parties fall through, one question looms large: will Julie Smolyansky’s leadership survive?
Mars-Kellanova Deal: Commission restarts the clock
The EU has resumed its investigation into Mars’ $35.9bn merger with Kellanova, following a stop in July
Cocoa harvest: What manufacturers can expect from yields
Cocoa yields will have a substantial affect on prices
Is it time to get plastic out of chewing gum?
Chewing gum might be small, but its plastic content is causing big concerns. With mounting regulatory pressure and rising consumer demand for change, manufacturers are being urged to rethink their formulations
Nestlé chairman Paul Bulcke resigns amid CEO scandal
Nestlé fast-tracks leadership change following investor pressure
Alternative materials market strengthens as sustainability declines
As the need for alternatives becomes clearer, sustainability fades into the background
Unilever appoints new CFO
Unilever has named Srinivas Phatak as its new CFO, following a global search
How food and beverage spin-offs and separations fare after the split
The future is uncertain for food and beverage spin-offs, but we can look to the past for guidance
Nestlé investors demand early exit of chairman Paul Bulcke amid CEO scandal
Investors want chairman Paul Bulcke out now. With trust shaken and shares slipping, pressure mounts for Pablo Isla to take the reins early
Sustainable September
Mars, PepsiCo and ADM join forces to advance ag-tech
Mars, PepsiCo and ADM are partnering to help farmers adopt regenerative agriculture - boosting soil health, crop resilience and sustainability
Unilever, Mars, Ferrero & Kraft Heinz: A story of spin-offs, splits, mergers & acquisitions
From Kraft Heinz’s split to Mars and Kellanova’s mega-merger, the world’s biggest food brands are reshaping the industry
Scientists crack cocoa’s consistency conundrum
A breakthrough in cocoa fermentation could finally deliver consistent, high-quality flavour every time
Sustainable September
Could the commodity crisis lead to more deforestation?
As crops are driven to more temperate climates, more forests are put under threat
Tate & Lyle seeks start-ups to drive health and sustainability innovation
It is hoping external talent can help it achieve its goals
Sustainable September
Grappling with traceability in palm oil supply chains
With the EUDR fast approaching, what’s preventing manufacturers from tracing palm oil?
Nestlé investor trust shaken following CEO scandal
Nestlé’s CEO scandal has rattled investors, triggering a share price dip and raising fresh concerns over leadership stability at the food giant
How do GLP-1 drugs impact gut health?
As GLP-1 weight loss drugs skyrocket in popularity, their impact on gut health is raising questions