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News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology26-Jun-2026
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Ready-to-eat IQF Grains from Riviana make it easier to bring on-trend, globally inspired meal solutions to market. With a wide range of flavors, colors and textures, these fully cooked grains streamline development and support food safety... Learn more
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Mexican flavors, value packs and Unilever deal power McCormick’s Q2 performance
At-home cooking, Latin-inspired launches, a larger McCormick de Mexico stake and the ongoing Unilever integration shaped the quarter... Read more
How CPGS are rewriting ‘better-for-you’
Cleaning up labels is no longer enough – value-driven consumers are forcing the industry to rethink the balance of price, health and convenience... 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
Fermentation finds its footing even as food-tech funding cools
Startups producing colors, proteins, sweeteners and specialty ingredients through fermentation are attracting investment, regulatory approvals and commercial partnerships as manufacturers seek alternatives to constrained conventional supply chains... Read more
Why food scientists still can’t crack the perfect natural red
Creating a heat-stable natural red remains one of food science’s toughest colour challenges... Read more
Private equity tightens hold on Big Food
Private equity is reshaping food and beverage, but rising costs raise questions over just how far it can go... Read more
Nestlé’s KitKat move signals industry shift to regenerative sourcing
Nestlé makes regenerative agriculture mainstream in sustainability shift that could reshape standards across confectionery... Read more
Hershey’s ‘yes, and’ innovation strategy blends better-for-you and indulgence
The confection giant is leveraging protein, zero-sugar products and cross-category brand extensions to reach new consumers and help retailers merchandise a changing snacking landscape... Read more
Why next gen alt protein startups will be built on access, not just science
In protein, the real challenge isn’t invention – it’s getting to market and staying there... Read more
Federal court blocks food benefits ban on soda and candy
The decision in Aragon v. Rollins vacates USDA waivers in Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, Tennessee and West Virginia and sets up a likely appeal... Read more
Kellanova’s latest launches reveal a new innovation strategy
As consumers become more selective about calories and spending, Kellanova is building snacks around specific occasions and need states—using protein-packed RXBAR launches and sensory-driven Cheez-It Crunch as examples of a broader innovation strategy... Read more
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Clean protein shakes up RTD beverages
Elmhurst 1925 extends clean-label portfolio with RTD plant protein shakes... Read more
Could adding light to fermentation unlock cell cultivation’s full potential?
Climate biotech Brevel is testing its ‘illuminated fermentation’ platform across coffee, cocoa and bioactive ingredients as it seeks to scale plant-cell-based production beyond the lab... Read more
How a better-for-you chip brand is raising the stakes in the category
Former better-for-you candy disruptor moves to the savory aisle with a healthier take on the classic potato chip... Read more
 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
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Fireside Chat: How Silver Spring Foods Achieved 99% Inventory Accuracy With ERP
Disconnected systems and unreliable data don’t just slow manufacturers down - they quietly erode margins, increase risk, and limit growth. In this live fireside chat, discover how Silver Spring Foods, the world’s largest horseradish producer, transformed its operations and achieved 99% reduction in inventory variance by...
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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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