New Culture targets $50 billion cheese market with new patent
New Culture expands its animal-free casein portfolio with mozzarella patent
Brands & manufacturers
Nestlé reformulates KitKat as consumer tastes change
Nestlé is revamping its most iconic chocolate bar to meet changing consumer tastes
PepsiCo embraces dirty soda trend with Dirty Mountain Dew and Mug Root Beer Floats
As consumer interest in indulgent, creamy sodas surges, major beverage brands are ditching the DIY approach for convenient, ready-to-drink formats
Summer Fancy Food Show 2026
Bone broth breaks out of the soup bowl
Bone broth’s versatility across beverage formats reveals there’s more to it than a functional, savory drink
General Mills embraces protein innovation and launches $3 billion savings initiative
The company outlines a four-year productivity push as it navigates inflation and invests in product innovation
Sweets & Snacks Expo
Mars rethinks seasonality to drive bigger sales with smaller moments
The confectionery maker says future growth depends less on recruiting new snackers and more on creating more consumption occasions through micro-seasons, cultural moments and holiday extensions
Ben & Jerry’s and Unilever’s court battle enters a decisive phase
The long-running governance dispute in the US is at an inflection point
Summer Fancy Food Show 2026
What brands need to know before pitching retailers
Winning at retail requires balancing data, storytelling and relationships to reinforce each other
Consumers stock up on GLP-1-coded protein shakes on Amazon Prime Day
Shopper satisfaction dips nine percentage points, as consumers reduce spending year over year
Nestlé to axe artificial colours worldwide in industry first
Nestlé to remove artificial food colourings from all products globally by the end of the year
Whey boom fuels surge in protein processing expansion
From WPC80 to lactoferrin, dairy companies globally are investing in premium protein capacity to capture growth in the high-end sports nutrition and functional food space
Tate & Lyle, Ingredion and the new ingredients land grab
The Ingredion-Tate & Lyle deal signals a shift in the ingredients industry, where technical expertise is becoming as valuable as the ingredients themselves
Barbecue flavors abound in CPG brands, marking the beginning of summer
Meat on the grill is only part of the story for brands across the food and beverage landscape bringing bold flavors to outdoor cooking
Nestlé accelerates shift to regenerative agriculture
Nestlé steps up efforts to transform farming practices as pressure mounts to decarbonise global supply chains.
Danone’s Chobani lawsuit proves why protein claims are high stakes
Chobani and Danone’s court face-off demonstrates how fierce the battle in the ultra-high protein category has become
News Bites
How CPGS are rewriting ‘better-for-you’
Cleaning up labels is no longer enough – value-driven consumers are forcing the industry to rethink the balance of price, health and convenience
Sweets & Snacks Expo
Hershey’s ‘yes, and’ innovation strategy blends better-for-you and indulgence
The confection giant is leveraging protein, zero-sugar products and cross-category brand extensions to reach new consumers and help retailers merchandise a changing snacking landscape
Hershey appoints PepsiCo veteran to drive next phase of growth
Hershey names Heather Hoytink US president, highlighting renewed focus on growth
Kellanova’s latest launches reveal a new innovation strategy
As consumers become more selective about calories and spending, Kellanova is building snacks around specific occasions and need states—using protein-packed RXBAR launches and sensory-driven Cheez-It Crunch as examples of a broader innovation strategy
Mars’ artificial-dye-free push hits major reformulation hurdles
Mars to introduce artificial-colour-free M&M’s but reformulation challenges leave two colours out in the cold
Clean protein shakes up RTD beverages
Elmhurst 1925 extends clean-label portfolio with RTD plant protein shakes
How a better-for-you chip brand is raising the stakes in the category
Former better-for-you candy disruptor moves to the savory aisle with a healthier take on the classic potato chip
The state of fermentation and cultivated ingredients: Where are we now?
Walmart, Target rollout fuels animal-free egg white boom at Every Company
Precision fermentation player scales OvoPro production, with 550% growth in first four months of 2026
How are Nestlé, Danone and Muscle Milk rethinking reformulation?
Additives and artificial colors and flavors continue to be axed from formulas as the industry balances a meeting consumers’ health goals with nutrition policy
Ashwagandha and mushrooms fuel rise of relaxation beverages
Data shows mood drinks gaining ground as consumers seek calm, sleep and alcohol-free social options
Danone deepens consumer trust in Danimals with reformulation and education strategy
As parents seek foods with multiple health benefits, Danone is updating its iconic kids yogurt brand with a reformulated recipe, refreshed identity and educational summer campaign
Mondelēz reveals taste is no longer king in snacking
Consumers aren’t simply looking for something tasty. Mondelēz International’s latest report suggests they increasingly want food that entertains, comforts and gives them something worth talking about
The ‘Uh-Oh SpaghettiOs’ lawsuit vs the court of public opinion
As online commentators dissect everything from sterilisation processes to consumer behaviour, the dispute offers a glimpse into how food safety claims are increasingly judged in the digital age
Mondelēz appoints new EVP and CFO in leadership reshuffle
Mondelēz names Amit Banati EVP and CFO, signalling continuity and a sharper focus on execution, as competition in snacking intensifies
Walmart’s Aloha reset highlights how snack bars are overtaking center store
The move reflects a broader industry shift as protein bars – and better-for-you snacking – continue to move into the mainstream
Mars names new digital executive as growth strategy ramps up
Mars hires new CDIO to power growth and fast-track Kellanova integration
Are reformulation demands moving faster than brands can respond? Hear from PepsiCo and industry leaders
As the reformulation goalposts continue to move, experts from PepsiCo, the European Snacks Association, the American Bakers Association, 210 Analytics and FDF Scotland’s Reformulation for Health Programme ask whether manufacturers can keep pace
Nestlé USA eliminates artificial colors as part of broader reformulation overhaul
While Nestlé has reached this particular milestone ahead of schedule, it positions the achievement as one step in a longer-term strategy focused on cleaner labels, product innovation and greater consumer trust
Beech-Nut bets on the overlooked preschool snacking market
US rollout aims to fill gap between toddler food and traditional snacks for kids 4 years-plus
Indoor ag firm AeroFarms finds new lifeline with Palm Ventures
Investment firm bets on vertical farming, retail traction and GLP-1-driven demand as industry shifts toward profitability
Blue Diamond Almonds leans on heritage and new packaging to boost shelf visibility
For legacy players like Blue Diamond Almonds, standing out on digital and retail shelves means balancing their heritage with a modern, streamlined look
Protein ice cream, EPG and the future of food: Why David’s Peter Rahal is betting on tech over branding
David’s protein ice cream sold out in 28 minutes of launching, but founder Peter Rahal says the real story isn’t frozen dessert – it’s how proprietary food technology could reshape the future of indulgence
Uncrustables tops $1 billion as JM Smucker posts strong Q4
Food and beverage giant says it might reverse coffee price hikes as commodity costs decline
Private label and national brands redefine value in fresh
In fresh, value isn’t about being cheaper - it’s about helping shoppers feel certain
Nestlé and Ghirardelli reboot cookie dough
Nestlé leans into bold, trend-driven twists while Ghirardelli bets on premiumization of classic flavors to reach consumers looking for ‘homemade’ indulgence
Snack bar startups draw capital around protein, function and format
Stars + Honey’s recent funding to scale its collagen protein snack bars reflects broader capital investment towards nutrition, functionality, clean label and format innovation in the snack bar category
Campbell’s weighs ‘tough decisions’ to offset weak snack sales and rising costs
Executives say portfolio cuts, network consolidation and targeted price hikes are among the options under consideration to improve profitability and reignite growth
Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Mars and DoorDash among CPG brands chasing $7.5 billion World Cup spend
Nearly 90% of World Cup viewers plan on food and beverage purchases, fueling $7.5 billion in spending
Saputo eyes growth through M&A and premium whey streams
The Canadian multinational is exploring bolt-on acquisitions while sharpening its ingredients portfolio to bank on protein demand
General Mills sees soft demand ahead, but also pockets of opportunity
Executives expect consumers to remain value-conscious, but believe investments in “remarkability” can boost growth across key categories
Nestlé’s global footprint extends reach of startup Helaina’s protein
The partnership is a crucial milestone toward meeting infants’ nutritional needs in larger populations given Nestlé’s global footprint that would be difficult for the startup to achieve independently
Kids’ juice looks to protein as next frontier
With sugar reduction now table stakes, brands in the kids’ juice aisle are pushing into functional nutrition to differentiate and drive the next phase of growth
McCormick and Unilever ‘well underway’ with $40 billion merger despite investor fears
More than 200 employees are meeting in Baltimore this week to blueprint the integration as executives tout growth, margin expansion and up to $600 million in synergies
Ingredion acquires upcycled prebiotic fiber amid $3.7 billion Tate & Lyle bid
Upcycled carrot prebiotic aligns with the company’s push into health-focused ingredients
Unilever CEO defends $40bn McCormick megamerger
Unilever stands by $40bn McCormick deal as scrutiny grows over whether streamlining will strengthen the group or weaken it