News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
What’s new in the snacking world and how are consumers fitting snacks into their day? Is the trend of ‘fresh snacking’ the future, or are pantry items still the bread and butter of the category?
The future of subscription based meal kit delivery remains bright for players with a differentiated offering and an efficient supply chain, claims the CEO of Purple Carrot, who says the 100% plant-based meal kit brand has experienced “significant growth”...
Food Tech Summit & Expo in Mexico
Companies facing growing pressure to launch a near constant stream of new products or better-for-you versions of beloved items that do not sacrifice taste or experience may find some relief by using innovative flavors, suggests an expert with the...
Investing in the Future of Food
Entrepreneurs launching products that are unfamiliar to consumers or vastly different than previously available versions offered by competitors may struggle to gain initial trial – but partnering with chefs and distributing through foodservice can be a...
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The Meat Advisory Panel has downplayed the International Journal of Cancer’s research into processed meat and breast cancer by stating it did not provide any “causal link”.
Canadian pork processor Maple Leaf Foods has signed a definitive agreement to acquire VIAU Foods, a producer of premium Italian cooked, dry-cured and charcuterie meats for a purchase price of CA$215m, including CA$30m in Maple Leaf stock.
Indra Nooyi steps down as PepsiCo CEO
Indra K. Nooyi served her last day as PepsiCo CEO yesterday, ending her 12 year tenure in the role and 24 years as a PepsiCo executive. Speaking in yesterday’s earnings call for PepsiCo’s Q3 2018 results, she highlighted ‘enormous’ potential for the...
Indra Nooyi stepped down from her role as PepsiCo CEO yesterday, ending 12 years in the role and 24 years as a PepsiCo executive. Here, she outlines five lessons she’s learned from her tenure.