US, EU dairy bodies clash over GIs
Dairy trade associations have gone up in arms over common food names like ‘feta’ as US and EU officials seek a way forward on trade tariffs
Archives for May 1, 2025
6 diets supercharging food and beverage sales
The food and beverage industry is dominated by diets that drive sales and fuel new product development. We look at the most popular
Striking a balance: How food producers can thrive in the GLP-1 era
Consumers want to shed, gain or simply maintain weight. What does that mean for core food and drink categories - and is there still a place for permissible indulgence?
Startup Spotlight
How two founders saved the family dairy farm with an organic yogurt brand
Painterland Sisters taps into demand for clean label and protein-rich yogurts, but chasing trends was never the mission of two farmers-turned-CPG founders
Energy drink brand Gorgie’s playbook for retail growth depends on ‘viral moments’ and crowdsourcing
From fans, influencers and retailers: It takes a village to build a brand
Crossing into other categories? Co-branding may be an answer
Co-branded products expand both brands’ audiences, tap into new categories and promote aligned values
Could processing actually make plant-based foods healthier?
Scientists discover potential health benefits to processing in plant-based products
Record Q1: Bimbo’s balancing act pays off
The Mexican bakery giant posted record Q1 sales by straddling a divided market - offsetting US softness with sharp growth in Latin America. From budget loaves to premium brioche, Bimbo is playing both ends to keep its global edge
Why has the attack on UPFs re-intensified?
Ultra-processed foods are facing increasing levels of criticism again, despite the category not being wholly defined