News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
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Deal flow and exits decline sharply from peak levels, pushing companies to prove real demand, solid margins and a clear path to profitability in a more disciplined investment climate
From $7 chips to $8 cereal, food pricing is starting to defy logic – and the consequences aren’t falling neatly on one side
Kids and teens power next growth phase for functional foods and beverages
From Axium to Keystone, CK Snacks is stitching together a manufacturing network as private‑equity dollars pour into store‑brand suppliers
With a new blending and finishing facility in North Carolina, Alianza Team is helping U.S. food manufacturers reduce saturated fats and reimagine bakery and chocolate ingredients
As consumer concern over ultra‑processed foods accelerates, startups are turning to emerging non‑UPF certifications to build trust with shoppers and retailers
Iran shockwaves and abundant dairy product availability are putting pressure on farm margins – but when will milk production slow?
A year after flames gutted his Haight Street candy shop, founder Max Kolegue rebuilt the business through Amazon sales – and a viral boom in Swedish gummies
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Startup BioBlends – a runner up in the Americas heat of the Global Food Tech Awards – leverages gas-based technology to extend freshness without additives to address clean label and food waste concerns
As GLP‑1 drugs reshape how people eat, food‑based bioactive peptides are emerging as a potential way to support satiety before, during and after drug use
Cocoa innovation opens up new possibilities for manufacturers
A two-week ceasefire is now in place in the war between US-Israel and Iran, but much is still uncertain about how long-lasting the impacts of damage done thus far will be and what still lies ahead for the global food sector
New tools promise sharper answers on ultra-processed foods as regulation struggles to keep up
Brands like Roots Farm Fresh, Blue Stripes and Salt and Straw are finding new value in food waste through upcycled snacks and frozen foods
Low and no loses its shine as consumers reject restriction in favour of real ingredients, richer flavours, and products that prioritise pleasure
Consumers appreciate knowledge about animal welfare, but it depends on framing
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Scale-up infrastructure is broken and it won’t fix itself
The focus has shifted from weight loss to nutrient gain
The GLP-1 phenomenon is only just getting started: what are the next drugs set to hit the market - and are F&B manufacturers ready for the shift?
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What separates startups that move forward from the ones that stall?
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A case for rethinking how the food system invests, scales and strengthens its most essential ingredients
This Easter, brands are offering indulgence with less guilt. From sugar-free marshmallows to plant-based chocolate, manufacturers are meeting demand for mindful sweets
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An evolving class of GLP-1 medications rewrites the rules of appetite – giving food companies their biggest innovation challenge in decades
From shock splits to billion‑dollar buyouts, Big Food is making big changes. Here’s what’s driving the chaos, who’s cashing in, and who could be next
Premium bakery is booming as indulgent formats, viral brands and shifting consumer habits push prices and expectations higher
Oil is the headline issue: but what else is affected?
Opinion
This is no ordinary product launch. The stakes are high for cocoa-free chocolate
From holiday occasions to social-first indulgence, Hershey is using premiumization, permissible treats and a bigger salty and protein presence to future-proof its snacking portfolio
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How are food leaders rethinking fortification and processing to deliver nutrient‑dense, functional – and joyful – foods?
From freeze‑dried sweets to ultra‑indulgent chocolate, texture is taking centre stage
From packaging breakthroughs and GLP-1-friendly formulations to regenerative claims and sensory-driven products, brands are balancing health, sustainability and indulgence in a rapidly evolving market
Once a waste product, whey has become dairy’s hottest commodity, driving record prices, factory investments and a profound shift in the economics of global milk production
Industry experts cite massive CapEx, supply bottlenecks and regulatory complexity as key barriers
As Europe and Asia outpace the US in precision fermentation investment, an Illinois-based consortium backed by ADM and a $51 million federal grant aims to catch up
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
As demand surges for targeted health solutions, Nuritas’ Nora Khaldi discusses how AI is transforming peptide discovery, and why food and beverage may be the industry’s next big play
Easter shopping is shifting towards premium, playful and last-minute purchases
From Lactalis to Mengniu, the world’s leading dairy players are scaling up through M&A, premiumisation and protein-led innovation as the global market races towards $1.5t
The beverages we choose - and how we find them - is changing
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Industry leaders at Future Food Tech said AI tools are helping product developers, yet rigorous ingredient science continues to set the pace for better-for-you foods and beverages
As oil and fertilizer prices squeeze margins, farmers and manufacturers must make tough decisions on pricing, pack sizes and innovation
News Bites
From international supply instability to GLP‑1s reshaping eating habits and a booming condiment category, this month’s roundup tracks the forces rapidly reshaping how food is made, priced and enjoyed
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Industry and public-sector leaders say stronger collaboration and smarter policy are essential to building a sustainable, data-informed food system
Natural Products Expo West
Insights from Spate reveal consumers want functional, low-sugar and benefit-packed food and beverages that fit easily into their lives
Dietitians’ latest data points to a more grounded approach to functionality, where gut health, cost and credibility matter as much as claims
Milk oversupply is crushing prices, but 2026 could reward dairy players that pivot fast into natural protein and functional gut‑health innovation
Nectar’s Tasty Awards reveal rapid gains in non-dairy barista milk driven by flavor and functionality, with significant white space in plant-based mozzarella and yogurt
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The expectations, red flags and structural hurdles shaping food‑tech fundraising in 2026
Gen Z might be easing off the booze, but it’s crisps, cheese and protein-packed nibbles that are quietly keeping things interesting
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Industry leaders at Future Food-Tech San Francisco say lower investment levels are giving rise to an era of deeper cooperation among stakeholders focused on creating healthier products
McCormick, Mission BBQ, Spam, Bachan’s and Big Tree Farms are turning up the heat with new sauces that bring regional, Japanese and Bali-inspired flavors to the grill