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News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology22-Jun-2026
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TOP HEADLINES
 From barn to breakthrough: How Danone is rethinking food innovation
Danone argues tomorrow’s nutrient-dense foods will be shaped first by healthier soils, smarter farming and stronger supply chains, creating new opportunities for protein- and fiber-rich products with lasting consumer appeal... Listen now
How are Nestlé, Danone and Muscle Milk rethinking reformulation?
Additives and artificial colors and flavors continue to be axed from formulas as the industry balances a meeting consumers’ health goals with nutrition policy... Read more
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Dairy alternatives have a taste problem – flavor science is closing the gap
Taste remains the biggest barrier to adopting dairy alternatives. Here’s how flavor science is solving it.... Read more
Why is Ingredion taking over Tate & Lyle?
Both companies will benefit from combining... Read more
PepsiCo, Danone & Nestlé: how AI is powering F&B growth
AI is transforming how F&B giants cut costs, boost efficiency and innovate faster — turning data into a powerful competitive edge... Read more
 Red, white and chew: The limited edition treats marking America’s 250th birthday
America’s biggest birthday party is inspiring a summer of patriotic flavours, nostalgic treats and celebratory packaging... See more
The next tobacco fight? Marketing to children enters UPF debate
Campaigners warn that food companies are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to build brand loyalty from childhood... Read more
 Danone deepens consumer trust in Danimals with reformulation and education strategy
As parents seek foods with multiple health benefits, Danone is updating its iconic kids yogurt brand with a reformulated recipe, refreshed identity and educational summer campaign... Watch now
Functional snacks on social media aren’t replacing indulgence, they’re justifying it
If functional snacks are booming, the ingredients powering them show a category in transition... Read more
Clear whey drives functional drinks boom amid tightening WPI supply
Active consumers want high-protein drinks that are both nutritious and refreshing. Clear whey has become a key ingredient for such formulations... Read more
Are reformulation demands moving faster than brands can respond? Hear from PepsiCo and industry leaders
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... Read more
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
Is ‘healthy enough’ the new ‘better for you?’
Winning brands balance health, indulgence and convenience... Read more
Anterra Capital closes fund to back AI-powered food startups
VC firm targets scalable, science-backed startups across food and agriculture as investment shifts from hype to discipline... Read more
Flavor and format are fueling specialty coffee
Specialty coffee is more than a caffeine fix for younger consumers as the category is driven by flavor, format and customization... Read more
Ashwagandha and mushrooms fuel rise of relaxation beverages
Data shows mood drinks gaining ground as consumers seek calm, sleep and alcohol-free social options... Read more
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Functional beverages
From protein sodas and prebiotic soft drinks to texture-led satiety and simplified ingredients lists, we explore strong what functional beverage reformulation looks like now and where the rapidly growing sector is moving next.
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Feeding the future with fibre
This session dives into the fibre renaissance, spotlighting novel sources, prebiotic innovations and formulation strategies that make fibre-rich products more appealing and effective.
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Healthy ageing - nutrition for longevity and vitality
This session explores how nutrition can help maintain muscle mass, cognitive function, bone health and metabolic resilience.
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Sweetness Reimagined: Using Sweet Proteins to Meet Evolving Consumer Needs
Wellness is top of mind for today’s consumers, yet taste remains the top purchase driver.
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Navigating the GLP-1 Disruption: What Future-Ready Leaders Need to Know
GLP-1 is driving new product innovation and “GLP-1 friendly” positioning across food, beverage, and supplements.
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Performance pet food
This session explores how ingredients like microbiome modulators, botanicals, and targeted vitamins are being used to suppot immunity, digestion, cognition, and overall vitality in pets.
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5 Trends Indicating the Ready Meals Segment is Heating Up Fast
Consumers have never wanted convenience more than they do now, and this is reflected in their food choices. Ready meals have been a staple for decades, but the modern versions are a vast improvement over TV dinners.
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