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News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries24-Sep-2024
TOP HEADLINES
Rethinking bread: How bakers are leading the charge to combat the obesity crisis
As bread remains a staple in diets worldwide, the push to make it healthier is gaining momentum in the bakery industry. Could smarter formulations be the key to improving public health?... Read more
PepsiCo’s water stewardship includes converting steam from frying potato chips into drinkable water
When PepsiCo recently surpassed its goal of 25% improvement in operational water-use efficiency from a 2015 baseline in regions facing high water risks two years ahead of schedule it was not because the company hit a lucky home run, according to Bryan Seitz, sustainability strategy manager and climate lead for Frito-Lay North America.... Read more
Mondelēz International buys Chinese cakes and pastries business
Confectionery giant Mondelēz International has snapped up a majority stake in a Chinese cakes and pastries business to further tap the country’s $3bn bakery category.... Read more
Bakery and snack NPD: From Higgidy’s Spanish-inspired quiche to heritage grains from Matthews Cotswold Flour
This week’s NPD roundup brings an exciting array of new food products, each designed to cater to the evolving demands of today’s consumers.... Read more
What is driving the MENA snack boom?
The snack market in the Middle East and Africa (MENA) is being fueled by a young population and shifting consumer preferences. But can snack and confectionery producers balance the rising demand for indulgence with the growing focus on health and wellness?... Read more
Quick bites: How Doughlicious is shaking up the frozen snacking market
Kathryn Bricken is making a serious mark in the world of snacks. As the founder of Doughlicious – The London Dough Company, she’s taking cookie dough to a whole new level.... Read more
Lindt’s lead lawsuit: What impact will it have on the bakery and snacks sector?
Lindt & Sprüngli (USA) Inc. has failed to convince a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging its dark chocolate bars contain significant levels of heavy metals. Could this premium chocolate brand’s reputation for quality be at risk?... Read more
The Mondelēz lawsuit: A warning shot in the battle for authentic sustainability claims
A proposed class action lawsuit filed against Mondelēz International Inc – alleging ‘false and deceptive marketing and sale of cocoa products that display its Cocoa Life logo’ – presents significant ramifications for the company, the broader food industry and consumers alike.... Read more
Is your brand ready for the HFSS advertising shake-up?
The clock is ticking for the UK’s HFSS (high in fat, sugar, and salt) advertising ban. How will brands pivot their strategies to adapt to these sweeping regulatory changes?... Read more
The Doritos effect: How tartrazine turns tissues temporarily transparent
When a study draws parallels with H.G. Wells’ The Invisible Man, you know it’s bound to be captivating. Could this scientific leap bring us closer to achieving a real-life version of Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak?... Read more
EDITOR'S CHOICE
118 years of cereal expertise now supercharged: How is WK Kellogg Co. performing post-split?
Has the newly independent company been able to leverage its iconic brands and agile operations to maintain a competitive edge in a challenging industry?... Read more
From CSR to marketing might: 6 proven strategies to boost your bakery and snacks business
In today’s competitive bakery and snacks sectors, standing out and making an impact is more challenging than ever. Here are six powerful approaches adopted by others that will elevate your brand and drive success.... Read more
UPCOMING EDITORIAL WEBINARS
Decarbonising Supply Chains at the Source
Food majors are under increasing pressure to stamp out irresponsible practices from ingredient supply chains. But voluntary measures have only got the sector so far, and policymakers are stepping in. While Europe races to comply with incoming regulations, rising global temperatures are plaguing production of...
24-Sep-2024
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Eco-friendly Production from Farm to Fork
Ensuring sustainable nutrition from farm to fork requires significant change. In a bid to champion resource efficiency, the agricultural sector is rethinking farming practices for the 21st century. And it’s not just agtech promising to deliver; food waste and upcycling are also on food makers’...
25-Sep-2024
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New Tech and Novel Ingredients for a Sustainable Future
Technological innovations, including those tackling packaging waste, promise to move the needle on carbon emissions. So do novel ingredients too, which have the power to significantly improve the sustainability of everyday products. But not all innovations are on the market, and tight investor budgets could...
26-Sep-2024
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State of the Market
The active nutrition industry has seen many micro changes over the last year, largely shaped by consumers’ increasingly holistic approach to health...
08-Oct-2024
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Cognitive Health
The body and mind have never been more closely connected in the eye of the consumer...
15-Oct-2024
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ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
Debating the principles of a healthy snack
Today, consumers have veered away from the three-meals-a-day tradition to all-day grazing, a trend termed ‘snackification’. This is driving the demand for better-for-you (BFY) snacks that offer functional benefits to boost energy and moods, aid digestion and gut health, and get fortification from fibre, protein,...
27-Jun-2024
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PREVIOUS HEADLINES
Butter, sugar and bakery prices rocket in Germany
Despite Germany’s producer prices dropping overall, some commodities have risen by over a third.... Read more
General Mills seeks bolt-on acquisitions in snack, pet & other categories in which it plays
General Mills is on the hunt for bolt-on acquisitions of brands in the snack, pet and other categories where it already plays and where executives say it can capitalize on existing competitive advantages and “get a little synergy” following the recent sale of its US and Canadian yogurt businesses.... Read more
Cargill pumps €35m into new facility that reduces cocoa use
Demand to cut cocoa volumes in a turbulent market is one driver behind Cargill’s big spend on its coatings and fillings plant expansion, FoodNavigator can reveal.... Read more
Could popular snacks actually contribute to better heart health and lower stroke risk?
As consumer interest in health deepens, the connection between everyday food choices and long-term health outcomes has come under intense scrutiny. Could some savory snacks and even ultra-processed foods (UPFs) unexpectedly offer heart health benefits?... Read more
EUDR delay calls mount as world turns on Commission’s plans
No fewer than 45 countries, including the USA, and industry leaders have called for an EUDR delay as the sector rattles towards a deadline many have stressed it is ill-prepared for.... Read more
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