Nestlé investors demand early exit of chairman Paul Bulcke amid CEO scandal
Investors want chairman Paul Bulcke out now. With trust shaken and shares slipping, pressure mounts for Pablo Isla to take the reins early
Biscuits
Mars, PepsiCo and ADM join forces to advance ag-tech
Mars, PepsiCo and ADM are partnering to help farmers adopt regenerative agriculture - boosting soil health, crop resilience and sustainability
Unilever, Mars, Ferrero & Kraft Heinz: A story of spin-offs, splits, mergers & acquisitions
From Kraft Heinz’s split to Mars and Kellanova’s mega-merger, the world’s biggest food brands are reshaping the industry
Keto’s collapse: The end of a diet era
Once a weight-loss juggernaut, the high-fat, low-carb keto diet is losing consumer interest
NCA Awards: Nominations open
The National Confectioners Association is now accepting nominations for its 2026 industry awards, celebrating excellence across retail, leadership, and sales
Scientists crack cocoa’s consistency conundrum
A breakthrough in cocoa fermentation could finally deliver consistent, high-quality flavour every time
Bach to snacking: The science of sonic seasoning
From a University of Bristol researcher’s track designed to make chocolate sweeter to studies showing how pitch, tempo and timbre can season food like sugar or salt, music is fast becoming the next frontier in flavor
Sustainable September
Grappling with traceability in palm oil supply chains
With the EUDR fast approaching, what’s preventing manufacturers from tracing palm oil?
Nestlé investor trust shaken following CEO scandal
Nestlé’s CEO scandal has rattled investors, triggering a share price dip and raising fresh concerns over leadership stability at the food giant
How do GLP-1 drugs impact gut health?
As GLP-1 weight loss drugs skyrocket in popularity, their impact on gut health is raising questions
Mars-Kellanova: Merger update
Is the clock still stopped on the $35.9bn deal?
Is food and drink failing the planet? Share your view now
The global food and drink industry’s biggest sustainability call to action has kicked off in the first month-long Sustainable September event
Mondelēz bets on collaborations as M&A costs climb
From Oreo x Reese’s to Biscoff tie-ups, partnerships are delivering the consumer buzz and sales lift that price cuts and big-ticket acquisitions no longer guarantee
Sustainability September
Food industry must act now to avoid climate disaster
Extreme weather is devastating crops and driving up food prices. Can innovation save global food security?
Top food and beverage disruptions in 2025
From labour shortages to climate chaos, the food and beverage industry is fighting fires on all fronts
Is food and drink failing the planet? Share your view now
The global food and drink industry’s biggest sustainability call to action has kicked off in the first month-long Sustainable September event
What’s hot in confectionery? Lindt, Bubs and Party Rings cake
Nostalgia, texture and gifting appeal are just some of the key themes in this week’s new product development round-up
Nestlé burns through two CEOs in two years – how did we get here?
It’s not unheard of, but Nestlé being on its third CEO in two years is an anomaly. Here are the circumstances leading up to the appointment of new CEO Philipp Navratil
Nestlé’s CEO scandal: What now?
Laurent Freixe has been dismissed over conduct violation - here’s everything you need to know
Nestlé appoints new CEO
Philipp Navratil gets top job as Laurent Freixe dismissed
Top confectionery trends driving sales in 2025
From timeless favourites to viral treats, discover how price, innovation, and better-for-you options are reshaping the confectionery aisle
How regulators are shaping the future of novel foods
From cell-cultivated meat to precision-fermented dairy, regulators are stepping up to support innovation
Is Nestlé pulling back on plant-based?
Nestlé continues move away from plant-based as market growth slows
How brands are reformulating for healthy indulgence
Confectionery is getting a makeover, and it’s happening fast. Discover how brands are reformulating for healthy indulgence in our free webinar on 23 September 2025
McCormick doubles down on ‘finishing’ trend with re-launched sugars
McCormick is building out its Finishing Sugars portfolio as consumers and operators look for easy-to-use flavor boosters that deliver indulgence at home and across foodservice
Artificial sweeteners still bitter? Natural fix shows promise
Scientists discover possible solution to ‘bitter’ taste in artificial sweeteners
De-risking cocoa: The chocolate giants leaning into novel technologies
Amid a cocoa crisis, the biggest names in chocolate are working to futureproof supply
Food and beverage trends 2025: What’s hot and what’s not
Snacks are surging, alcohol is slipping, and flavour is king. Discover the biggest consumer shifts in food and drink in 2025
The sweetener trust crisis brands can’t ignore
Consumers are turning away from sweeteners amid rising health concerns and distrust. What does this mean for the future of food and beverage?
Nestlé invents novel cocoa technique amid chocolate crisis
The KitKat and Aero maker hopes to yield more chocolate from fewer cocoa fruits
Ritter Sport taps pack variety and Dubai Chocolate craze for APAC push
Ritter Sport is leveraging the Dubai Chocolate craze and its expertise in multi-variety products to grow appeal with diverse consumer groups in APAC
UPF linked to rising cancer rates in latest study
New research links high UPF consumption to a 41% increase in lung cancer risk, independent of smoking
Do consumers really want less sugar? The sweet debate unwrapped
As sugar reduction reshapes sweets and snacks, are brands keeping pace with what consumers want?
Global commodity supplies at risk as extreme weather escalates
Manufacturers brace for tighter ingredient supplies, rising costs, and supply chain disruption by Q4
Sweet speculation: GLP-1s could already be nibbling at confectionery sales
As enthusiasm for the confectionary sector declines, could weight-loss drugs have a role to play?
ChAI launches first-of-its-kind AI-powered insurance for raw material sourcing
ChAI is embracing AI to help FMCG companies deal with dramatic fluctuations in raw material prices
Mars bets on CRISPR to save cocoa from climate chaos
Mars teams up with biotech firm Pairwise to futureproof cocoa crops using gene editing
Where will the cocoa supply of the future come from?
As yields decline in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, could beans come from elsewhere?
Gluten-free market to hit $13.67bn by 2030
Gluten-free is no longer niche. With the market growing fast, brands are racing to overcome production hurdles for new product development
Top most valuable food brands 2025 announced
Who’s rising, who’s falling, and who didn’t make the cut
Cocoa shortage reshapes recipes and what counts as chocolate
Major brands like Nestlé and Pladis have had to drop the word ‘chocolate’ from some products as cocoa content falls below legal thresholds
New product development
What’s hot in confectionery? Cadbury Christmas, Nestlé bakes and more…
From bakery-inspired indulgence to non-HFSS innovation and ethical sourcing, confectionery and moving fast
Mars scales up for snack domination with $2bn power play
With a new $240m Nature’s Bakery plant opening in Utah and a $36bn Kellanova deal underway, Mars is laying the groundwork for a US snack empire
Mars-Kellanova deal in jeopardy as Commission ‘stops the clock’
European Commission pauses review of $35.9bn Kellanova deal, citing “missing information”
Almond yields could be lower than predicted
The USDA predicts an abundant almond crop for California. Growers say the number is too optimistic
Why creatine is the hottest ingredient in functional food and beverage
With a projected CAGR of 25.2%, creatine is a breakout ingredient in functional food and beverage
Unilever ice cream growth strong ahead of demerger
The results are positive for The Magnum Ice Cream Company, which will be spun off mid-November
Food safety emergency: What’s causing the recall spike?
Food recalls have hit record highs - costing billions, shaking consumer trust, and exposing cracks in global supply chains
Is Smucker’s $5.5bn Hostess deal headed for a legal meltdown?
The deal that closed on November 7, 2023 is now under fire as sales slump, losses mount and legal investigations heat up - raising serious questions for food‑industry M&A