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Unilever scrambles to reinforce its ice cream business ahead of separation by 2025

Despite a disappointing start to seasonal ice cream sales in Europe and China, Unilever expects the business to improve sequentially each quarter as it strategically improves “essentially … every metric” of the business ahead of a planned separation by the end of 2025.

Fresh Inset’s packaging technology aims to reduce food waste, improve produce longevity on shelves

European tech company Fresh Inset introduces its Vidre+ Complex application in the US, which is designed to extend produce freshness, quality, appearance and nutrient value, without disrupting brands’ existing packaging systems or their supply chain,...

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How soy can be a ‘green flag’ for consumers reading nutrition labels

Soybean production is growing, providing food processors with sustainable, dependable volumes. So, how is it becoming a ‘green flag’ for consumers reading nutrition labels?

USDA survey underscores critical role of federal program in reducing US food insecurity

Despite a majority (86.5%) of US households reporting they felt food secure for the entirety of 2023, government food assistance programs are critical to ensure the remaining 13.5% (18 million) households have access to healthy foods, according to a USDA...

Register today: Upcoming FoodNavigator-USA webinar explores trends in low- and no-sugar beverages

As the US functional beverage market expands, consumers are looking for more from their drinks – including energy to fuel their activities, added electrolytes to support hydration and vitamins to boost their immunity as well as emotional and mental support...

The Mondelēz lawsuit: A warning shot in the battle for authentic sustainability claims

A proposed class action lawsuit filed against Mondelēz International Inc – alleging ‘false and deceptive marketing and sale of cocoa products that display its Cocoa Life logo’ – presents significant ramifications for the company, the broader food industry...

Functional beverage startup Yesly’s viral social media posts underscore big ad budgets are not necessary for big impact

Big advertising budgets are not a requirement for big sales or an indicator of how successful a marketing campaign will be as illustrated by a viral video on social media by functional beverage newcomer Yesly, which generated more than 16 million views...

Mondelēz prepares for ‘a frugal year’ in 2025, turns to collabs, pack sizes to spur growth

Sweets and snacks giant Mondelēz is preparing efficiency measures in 2025 to offset lower volume sales and higher cocoa prices and focusing on product collaborations like its one with Coca-Cola to spur growth, two executives shared during a fireside chat...

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Unilever scrambles to reinforce its ice cream business ahead of separation by 2025

Fresh Inset’s packaging technology aims to reduce food waste, improve produce longevity on shelves

How soy can be a ‘green flag’ for consumers reading nutrition labels

USDA survey underscores critical role of federal program in reducing US food insecurity

Register today: Upcoming FoodNavigator-USA webinar explores trends in low- and no-sugar beverages

The Mondelēz lawsuit: A warning shot in the battle for authentic sustainability claims

Functional beverage startup Yesly’s viral social media posts underscore big ad budgets are not necessary for big impact

Mondelēz prepares for ‘a frugal year’ in 2025, turns to collabs, pack sizes to spur growth

Ukraine’s growing soy output could be vital to Europe

Pucker up: Haribo pursues sour-led multipack trend in APAC to attract younger consumers

NutraCast: Plant sterols: The heart health ingredient hiding in plain sight

David protein bars secure $10M backing, led by CPG veterans emphasizing nutrition over diet trends

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