Inside the $1.1bn pumpkin spice economy: Fall’s flavor forecast for 2025
Pumpkin spice still anchors autumn, but fatigue is setting in. With cinnamon, caramel and citrus surging, makers must balance nostalgia with novelty to win fall 2025
Archives for August 19, 2025
Kraft Heinz rumoured split: Lessons for Big Food
Industry insiders say troubled merger is a cautionary tale to brands chasing scale over strategy
Can AI and automation change the game in beverage manufacturing?
While AI technology may grab the headlines, automation still propels most of the efficiency gains in manufacturing. But both technologies can certainly alleviate workforce worries
Why manufacturers should note rising PCOS levels
With 1 in 10 women affected by polycystic ovary syndrome, savvy brands can fill a growing dietary need, but solutions need scientific support
Tariffs in flux: What CPG brands need to know about ‘unavailable natural resources’ and cost pressures
The uncertainty and volatility of the US tariff environment are pushing CPG brands to navigate higher input costs while waiting for potential relief on essential commodities
Retail realities: Modest food and beverage growth amid shifting consumer priorities
Divergence across income and demographic groups, heightened health consciousness and evolving definitions of value are reshaping retail strategies
Grocery sales hold strong for now, but impact from tariffs looms
As new tariffs take effect on food imports, retailers and brands face a delicate balance: sustaining consumer demand through promotions and brand loyalty while preparing for gradual price increases
What makes a GLP-1-friendly yogurt drink? Danone tells all
By formulating a dairy drink that specifically caters for weight loss medication users, Danone has set a new standard with Oikos Fusion
What’s new in dairy? New product launches
We take a look at some of the notable new releases in recent weeks . . .