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News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries30-Oct-2024
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Quick bites: Can a no-sugar-added snack truly be irresistible?
Continuing our series on disruptive startups, we explore the rise of NICK’s, a Swedish-style snack brand that’s making a splash on the US market by redefining diabetes- and keto-friendly treats that don’t skimp on taste. What’s the brand’s secret?... Read more
Mars' Kellanova buyout the start of hefty snacking M&A
Mega deals within snacking are picking up pace after a quiet start to the year, with Mars’ Kellanova acquisition the tip of the iceberg, as strong financial performances leave corporates with healthy cashflows.... Read more
Donut brand Drumroll adds fuel to ‘rocket ship year’ with $3m in capital from 7 Mile Brands
Drumroll Snacks received $3 million in capital from CPG incubator 7 Mile Brands to fuel growth after a "rocket ship year," as the better-for-you sweet baked goods brand gears up to go after large national accounts like Whole Foods and Sprouts, the two co-founders told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more
Toxic trouble in gluten-free goods: Report finds concerning levels of gluten and glyphosate and pesticide contamination
A US consumer advocacy group tested 46 samples of organic and non-organic gluten-free (GF) goods – bread, pasta, crackers, snacks, flour, dessert mixes and chips – for herbicides, pesticides, gluten and minerals.... Read more
Is Goldfish’s ‘Chilean Sea Bass’ rebrand a catch for adults or a risky move?
Goldfish is making waves with a cheeky new rebrand to appeal to adult snackers. But is this playful move a smart way to engage Millennials and Gen Z, or a potential misstep for the beloved family-friendly brand?... Read more
Hot finds from SIAL Paris: From energy drink-flavoured chips to immunity-boosting apple crisps
Spicy mayo fish chips; a gluten-free stonebaked pizza base; energy drink-flavoured chips; puffs made from drought-resistant sorghum; buttery balls made with premium French ingredients … we root out even more products poised to be the next big hit.... Read more
How natural sweeteners are shaking up the sugar game
As consumers grow more health-conscious, the demand for natural alternatives to sugar is on the rise. But can these sweeteners deliver the taste and texture consumers crave without compromise?... Read more
Launch of world’s first carbon-neutral palm oil: The long-awaited gamechanger for sustainability?
In a groundbreaking move for sustainability in the bakery and snacks industry, Daabon UK has introduced a world first: carbon-neutral organic palm oil. How will this innovation reshape ingredient sourcing and sustainability efforts in these sectors?... Read more
Edible alcohol: Shrinking in drinking and rising in snacks
As alcohol consumption declines, its presence in bakery and snacks is gaining momentum through flavor-driven innovations. Could the future of alcohol be more about what we eat than what we drink?... Read more
Social snacking and baking a better world: How important is CSR in the bakery and snacks industries?
Responsible companies are no longer just following good business practice and serving the communities in which they operate but focussing on the bigger picture to do the most amount of good for the most amount of people.... Read more
EDITOR'S CHOICE
Why PepsiCo is backing the $2bn Kamala Harris-led effort to empower women in agriculture
The snacking giant – along with other global giants – has committed to a $2bn initiative aimed at advancing gender equality and sustainability in agricultural supply chains. But can this ambitious collaboration truly reshape the future of agriculture by empowering women at the heart of the industry?... Read more
How Swedish researchers are unlocking the potential of grains to revolutionize better-for-you bakery and snacks
As consumers become more health-conscious and mindful of sustainability, the demand for cleaner-label treats is rising. At the heart of this shift lies the Mineralskiftet project, a groundbreaking research initiative led by scientists in Sweden.... Read more
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The fine balance of reformulation
Too many people are consuming large amounts of foods high in fat, sugars and sodium (HFSS) and this is causing 8 million premature deaths globally every year, according to the World Health Organization. This has caused policymakers and governments to ramp up action to make...
29-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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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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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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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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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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PREVIOUS HEADLINES
Hot finds from SIAL Paris: From purple sourdough to immunity bars and beyond
From bread crisps to puffs made from drought-resistant, gluten-free sorghum, along with a sourdough that stood out with its deep purple colour, which of these trendsetting products will be the next big hit?... Read more
JM Smucker remains committed to Hostess, sweet baked snacks despite Voortman sale
Peanut butter and jelly maker JM Smucker continues to refine its portfolio with the sale of better-for-you cookie brand Voortman to Brownie Brittle-maker Second Nature in a $305 million deal that follows a slew of divestments across its portfolio in the past two years.... Read more
Food industry attacked as ‘accountability’ taxes called for
Food manufacturers could be bound by a list of measures compiled in a bid to better regulate and hold industry accountable for unhealthy products and their consequences to consumer health.... Read more
Standard serving size levels the playing field, NAD finds in tortilla advertising case
Size matters – at least when it comes to crafting nutrient content and health claims for food based on servings, according to a recent BBB National Programs’ National Advertising Division decision for a challenge brought by Olé Mexican Foods against competitor Gruma Corporation.... Read more
Personalised diet breakthrough signals future of industry
New gut health research could be beneficial to personalised nutrition brands fighting for consumer interest.... Read more
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