News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Economic pressure, growing health awareness and AI-powered product evaluation are making shoppers more selective, forcing snack brands to prove their value beyond price, says NielisenIQ’s Chris Costagli
The company outlines a four-year productivity push as it navigates inflation and invests in product innovation
Sweets & Snacks Expo
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
Manufacturers have spent years responding to one consumer trend after another, but today’s snack has to satisfy every expectation at once
Summer Fancy Food Show 2026
Consumers are cutting sugar with confidence and chasing protein with confusion, while generational divides over where protein belongs are reshaping the trend
The Italian baking, chocolate and ice cream ingredients maker will focus on M&A, supply chain optimization and international expansion
GLP‑1 adoption is scaling rapidly and the brands that win are focusing on delivering nutrition for broader appeal rather than a niche segment
Meat on the grill is only part of the story for brands across the food and beverage landscape bringing bold flavors to outdoor cooking
Texture, aroma and color are gaining equal footing with taste as brands target viral trends, neurodivergent consumers and GLP-1 users, Mintel finds
Nestlé steps up efforts to transform farming practices as pressure mounts to decarbonise global supply chains.
The trend taps into adventurous palates and flavour science, making it a must-watch opportunity for F&B
News Bites
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
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
The decision in Aragon v. Rollins vacates USDA waivers in Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, Tennessee and West Virginia and sets up a likely appeal
Will agentic commerce deliver on the personalization food and beverage has been trying to achieve?
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
Former better-for-you candy disruptor moves to the savory aisle with a healthier take on the classic potato chip
Kraft Heinz shakes up global structure as separation remains on hold
The state of fermentation and cultivated ingredients: Where are we now?
The future of sweetness may not be about replacing sugar with a single ingredient, but about redesigning how sweetness itself is built
The most important finding in Mondelez International’s latest State of Snacking report isn’t that people are snacking more but that the industry may no longer know what a snack is
Additives and artificial colors and flavors continue to be axed from formulas as the industry balances a meeting consumers’ health goals with nutrition policy
America’s biggest birthday party is inspiring a summer of patriotic flavours, nostalgic treats and celebratory packaging
Campaigners warn that food companies are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to build brand loyalty from childhood
If functional snacks are booming, the ingredients powering them show a category in transition
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
Winning brands balance health, indulgence and convenience
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 names Amit Banati EVP and CFO, signalling continuity and a sharper focus on execution, as competition in snacking intensifies
The move reflects a broader industry shift as protein bars – and better-for-you snacking – continue to move into the mainstream
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
A new campaign on ultra processed food education highlights systemic nutrition barriers, while food science experts stress the need to define the polarizing term before linking it to health outcomes
For legacy players like Blue Diamond Almonds, standing out on digital and retail shelves means balancing their heritage with a modern, streamlined look
New Circana data shows consumers increasingly expect functional benefits alongside flavor, driving a shift from ‘better-for-you’ to ‘nutritious and delicious’ snacks, like those showcased at Sweets & Snacks Expo by Barebells, Belle’s Gourmet Popcorn and...
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
Food and beverage giant says it might reverse coffee price hikes as commodity costs decline
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
Executives say portfolio cuts, network consolidation and targeted price hikes are among the options under consideration to improve profitability and reignite growth
Nearly 90% of World Cup viewers plan on food and beverage purchases, fueling $7.5 billion in spending
PepsiCo’s driverless truck experiment promises faster, cheaper deliveries, but it’s also exposing a growing battle over jobs, safety and the future shape of food supply chains
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Women drive 85% of consumer spending, but new research from NIQ discussed in the latest episode of Soup-to-Nuts podcast suggests outdated assumptions about women shoppers are giving way to more individualized ‘micro-realities’ that are influencing the...
Executives expect consumers to remain value-conscious, but believe investments in “remarkability” can boost growth across key categories
A Florida family is seeking damages after claiming it discovered moving worm-like organisms in a can of SpaghettiOs that had already been partially consumed
A new report by data analytics firm Numerator reveals that new restrictions will reach 7.5 million households by 2027
Global peanut butter sales are projected to reach $8.5B as CPG brands roll out better-for-you, portion-controlled innovations
PepsiCo is betting on premiumisation, protein, new consumption occasions and younger consumers to fuel Duyvis’ next chapter
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Executives from Just Born, Hawaii Host, SNAX-Sational Brands and Xaca Cantina share how they use heat, global flavors, strategic collaborations and accessible formats to turn consumer curiosity into repeat purchases
News Bites
Companies are getting bigger, ingredients are getting smarter and the definition of “better-for-you” is getting narrower
Confectionery trends: Balancing better-for-you and indulgence
The launch of ChoViva in North America at the Sweets & Snacks Expo last week reflects a growing push to diversify beyond traditional cocoa amid climate and pricing pressures
Sweets & Snacks Expo 2026
The latest innovations in candy and snacks reveal how consumers are redefining fun, flavor and function
As wellness claims flood the kids’ snacks aisle, some brands warn parents are becoming more sceptical of ‘better-for-you’ marketing and more focused on what products actually contain