10 global trends shaping F&B
What trends are driving changes in the F&B industry?
Diet & health
Beyond Meat pushes forward with repositioning in face of plummeting revenues
The plant-based company’s struggles have worsened, not improved
Do GLP-1s have a future in Europe?
Consumer scepticism, as well as the structure of healthcare, makes adoption lower than in the US
Gut instinct: The 10 functional ingredients gaining ground in 2026
Dietitians’ latest data points to a more grounded approach to functionality, where gut health, cost and credibility matter as much as claims
From fitness to lifestyle: How protein demand has evolved
Protein is often associated with strength and fitness - but the category is no longer just about this
4 big food trends in The Netherlands
What do Dutch consumers want?
Iran conflict: What could a global fertiliser shortage look like?
Almost a third of the world’s fertiliser goes through the Strait of Hormuz
Danone swoops to buy meal replacement brand Huel
Food and beverage giant Danone is to acquire plant-based meal solutions business Huel as part of its wider growth strategy
Gut health trend enters new era
The gut health trend is entering its next phase – one shaped by sharper science, smarter consumers and big opportunities
5 big food trends in the UK
What do UK consumers want?
5 big food trends in Spain
What do Spanish consumers want?
Understanding ‘food noise’ in the age of GLP-1s
The removal of food noise is the key to GLP-1s’ success
Consumer want to eat healthily - so why don’t they?
Industry can do more to encourage healthy diets
How to protect food supply chains in conflict zones
As conflict proliferates, food companies must be prepared
Sweeteners under fire as scientists probe neurological risks
New research linking popular sweeteners to cognitive decline has again raised concerns over their safety. What does this mean manufacturers?
Beyond Meat is now Beyond
The plant-based meat manufacturer has been diversifying for a while, but now it has fully rebranded
The clean label chocolate revolution has begun
Clean label chocolate is gaining momentum, and reshaping indulgence
Protein is the baseline as GLP-1 accelerates the shift
As consumer appetite changes and nutrient scrutiny intensifies, protein is moving from differentiator to design standard
Opinion
The ultra-processed foods debate has nuance - let’s recognise it
To understand how processing affects food consumption, don’t caricature either side of the debate
Blurred lines: Confectionery and sports nutrition collide in snacking revolution
From protein‑packed chocolate bars to big‑brand collaborations, sports nutrition and confectionery are merging fast
Hyperpalatability: Inside the heart of the UPF debate
Critics of ultra-processed foods say they are ‘hyperpalatable’ - but what does this mean?
4 big food trends in Germany
What do German consumers want?
Fibremaxxing out, diversity in: Why fibre sources matter
The type of fibre consumed, rather than just the amount, is important for consumers to take into account
Food inflation could ease in 2026 - but will consumers spend more?
If consumers can afford to buy more food again, it could benefit industry
EFSA refuses to confirm sucralose safety in biscuits and cookies
The food safety body has ruled that the sweetener is still safe, but not in bakery
5 trends powering chocolate’s $245bn boom
Trends shaping the future of chocolate and the opportunities they create for the confectionery industry
5 big food trends in Italy
What do Italian consumers want from food?
Gen Z is drinking again, but alcohol is still in trouble
Alcohol consumption is in decline, and not just because of the allegedly health conscious young
Permissible indulgence powers better‑for‑you boom
Explore the new supertrend that’s reshaping snacking
Food makers must listen to ageing populations - or be left behind
As the population changes, food will have to reshape itself around the needs and preferences of its demographics
Pet food growth: Strong potential in emerging markets
Due to rising incomes, more consumers around the world can afford pets
Opinion
Meat alternatives are too niche - plant-based can do so much more
Meat mimicry shows little sign of broad appeal, yet plant-based foods have opportunities beyond it
GLP-1s: Acute pancreatitis warning added to product info
Reports around GLP-1 drugs’ potential links to the illness have spurred regulators into action
GLP‑1 shake‑up: How food makers are reshaping NPD for smaller appetites
The GLP‑1 boom is rewriting consumer behaviour at speed and forcing food makers to rethink everything from portion size to product strategy
Opinion
Infant formula crisis: Why comms preparedness is no longer optional
Nestlé, Danone and Lactalis are navigating one of the biggest crises in food and drink this year, so what next for the communications strategy?
TikTok’s influence on food: How online trends blow up
The social media platform can drive food trends to the point where they move markets
Are GLP-1 ranges healthy? What food brands must know
Top food brands are embracing GLP-1-friendly ranges. But are these products nutritionally-sound?
GLP-1 ranges: Should you launch one?
We round up the challenges and opportunities of entering the ‘GLP-1 friendly’ meals arena
‘Most addictive burger’ created in swipe against UPFs
Recipe box company Gousto’s campaign is the latest high-profile initiative taking aim at ultra-processed foods
GLP‑1 demand: Are we already seeing a slowdown?
Is enthusiasm for GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs starting to fade?
Nestlé and Lactalis face lawsuit over infant formula recall
The CPG majors are facing litigation for their handling of infant formula recalls over possible toxin contamination
Consumers still cutting meat intake: What is a reductarian?
Lowering meat consumption remains a key part of European diets
After GLP-1s, food steps in: Why weight maintenance is the next big opportunity
Former GLP-1 users looking to keep the weight off are a potentially underserved consumer base looking for foods and beverages that will help the feel full longer, manage portions and meet their health goals
Pet food in 2026: Premiumisation and ‘humanisation’ drives growth
The market expands as consumers increasingly see pets as equal parts of the family
Who are the biggest players in pet food?
The global pet food market is dominated by a small group of major companies
GLP-1s: Winners and losers in food and drink
The GLP-1 revolution will benefit some sectors and harm others
Nestlé infant formula concerns deepen as sickness cases emerge
British infant hospitalised after consuming recalled Nestlé formula – key questions about the contamination risk remain unanswered
Longevity vs healthy ageing: What’s the difference in food?
Consumers are often attracted to the same diets for different reasons
Why nutrient-dense crops matter in the age of GLP-1
For fifty years, key nutrients and ingredients such as protein, zinc, magnesium, and iron have been declining