Protein quality essential consideration for consumer health
Not all protein sources provide equal health benefits
Archives for August 21, 2025
Sustainable squid snacks: How The Hermit is disrupting the jerky category
Squid jerky startup targets the clean-label snack market
Startup Spotlight
Niche vs mainstream: Startup ReadyBar sees big potential in focused market
ReadyBar’s founder warns CPG startups against trying to be everything to everyone. His lesson: focus on a niche, like first responders, to build real traction
Global plastics treaty talks collapse
After years of negotiations, no global regulations to tackle plastic pollution have been agreed
Beyond pumpkin spice: The emerging fall flavors brewing in 2025
For years, pumpkin spice has ruled the autumn beverage scene – the undisputed seasonal champion. But this year, it’s facing new contenders that are stirring up excitement among consumers and brands alike
How CPG brands can navigate SNAP waivers and restrictions
As new regulations tighten Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility and states introduce waivers restricting the use of benefits for “unhealthy” foods, CPG brands face both risks and opportunities
Cell-based dairy moves closer to market with Opalia-Hoogwegt tie-up
Start-up Opalia is on a mission to prove its cell-cultured milk can be used to make an entire range of dairy products: from cheese to ice cream
Cultivated meat M&A: Meatable buys Uncommon Bio platform
The acquisition gives it access to staff, technology and intellectual property rights
Gen Z drinking trends: 5 things to think about when targeting this key demographic
If Gen Z is drinking less alcohol, that means competition is stiffer than ever before for when they actually do drink. What do alcohol brands need to know when targeting this key demographic?
Unilever’s Magnum Co. launches first new brand - and it’s not ice cream
Unilever’s soon-to-be demerged business wants to diversify beyond traditional ice cream formats