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News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries

26-Mar-2024

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From exploiting the SuperBowl to fighting malnutrition in Guatamala and scaling up Black smallholder farmers in South Africa: PepsiCoâs global head of Philanthropy talks trends in the social impact space

Itâs bizarre to think that like fashion or food, there are emerging trends in the social impact and philanthropy spaces, but as CD Glin, global head of Philanthropy at PepsiCo and president of the PepsiCo Foundation says, itâs the pointedness and emphasis that consumers are putting on issues like sustainability, digitization and localization that transforming them to be ever present yet emerging at the same time.... Listen now

Feeding the US economy: Breaking down the $9.61T contribution made by the farm-to-fork sectors

The American Bakers Association (ABA) and SNAC International are among the 32 food and agriculture organizations to publish the annual Feeding the Economy report, which breaks down some eye-popping numbers.... Read more

MondelÄzâs 2024 State of Snacking: Mindful moments on the rise, Gen Z consumers go the extra mile for snacks

Whether itâs a moment to indulge or be mindful, consumers are turning to the snacking category for a host of reasons, as shoppers continue to swap meals out for snacks, MondelÄz International shared in its fifth annual State of Snacking report.... Read more

GMGâs frozen foods brand Farm Fresh diversifies into healthy snacking category to capture Zillennials

UAE conglomerate Gulf Marketing Group (GMG)âs frozen foods brand Farm Fresh has unveiled its latest growth strategy by shifting its focus to healthy snacks, specifically targeting âolder Gen Zs and younger millennialsâ.... Read more

âVeganâ or âfree-fromâ? Tackling lack of awareness of the difference between allergen and dietary labelling

A âveganâ label does not mean a food is safe to eat for those with allergies to animal products. New research shows the public is dangerously unaware of this distinction.... Read more

Pester power: 82% of British parents spend more on snacks during school holidays, but thereâs hope on the horizon this Easter

Research by the Warburtons Foundation found children, on average, ask parents for a snack three times a day during the school holidays.... Read more

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EDITOR'S CHOICE

With yet another US state joining the growing patchwork to self-regulate food ingredients, we take a deep dive into the state of play

California, New York, Illinois, Missouri, Washington State, South Dakota and now Pennsylvania. Like a domino run gaining pace, states across the US are joining the brewing skirmish to wrest control of food additive regulation from the feds.... Read more

Precision breeding project aims to revolutionise the UK potato industry

A UK-based research team is aiming to futureproof the potato supply chain by applying cutting edge precision breeding approaches.... Read more

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Is clean label still trending?

Clean label today is the expectation, not the exception. Seen as a mark of good quality, one in three global consumers consider natural ingredients to be one of the most important aspects of healthier bakery and snack options. Artificial or chemical ingredients are the main...

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GLOBAL INDUSTRY NEWS

New scheme to ensure food production remains primary purpose of farming

The UK Government is to introduce measures to ensure food production remains the primary purpose of farming.... Read more

The sweet truth: Embracing better-for-you confectionery for a healthier future

In an era of rising health consciousness, the confectionery industry finds itself at a crossroads. Traditionally associated with indulgence and guilty pleasures, confectionery products are now undergoing a transformation to meet the demands of a more health-conscious consumer base.... Read more

âSuper broccoliâ variety developed to lower blood sugar levels â and itâs on the market

Consumers wanting to lower their blood sugar levels with glucoraphanin could eat five heads of raw broccoli, swallow 14 broccoli tablets, or else drink one bowl of soup made with âsuper broccoliâ.... Read more

Activists petition to remove methylene chloride from common decaf coffee production method amid carcinogen concerns

A food additive petition submitted by the Environmental Defense Fund, et al is calling on the FDA to remove methylene chloride, among three other solvents, from the most commonly used decaffeinated coffee known as European Method decaf, a move that the National Coffee Association (NCA) said would âunjustifiably deny decaffeinated coffee drinkers access to a safe product.â... Read more

Portions play pivotal role in promoting consumer health, reducing food waste, Georgetown University reports

Reducing portion sizes across the food and beverage industry, including foodservice, can have a profound impact on consumer health and help combat food waste, Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business shared in a recent report.... Read more

What's hitting the shelves? New beverage launches - from lavender lattes to vodka & soda

From Starbucks' lavender lattes to citrus-led vodka & soda, we take a look at some of the beverages launching around the globe.... Read more

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