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News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology31-Jan-2025
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SNAXPO: The ONLY Snack Industry Trade Show
SNAXPO: The ONLY Snack Industry Trade Show
Get ready for an exciting SNAXPO experience as the snacking industry comes together for education, networking, and the latest products, equipment, and tech aimed at optimizing production, sourcing, and distribution for maximum snack profitability.... click here
BRANDS & MANUFACTURERS
 Loopini’s pizza is packed with nutrition – but that’s not the selling point
Frozen pizza startup Loopini crafts premium pizzas enriched with protein and fiber from lupini beans — prioritizing taste over ingredients... Watch now
 In the greenhouse: BrightFarms demonstrates long-term prospects for indoor ag
BrightFarms' aggressive manufacturing expansion is demonstrating that indoor agriculture can be done at scale, providing consumers fresh produce year-round... Watch now
Bela Brand Seafood casts a new line with brand refresh and expanded digital reach
The premium canned fish brand unveils its new branding and digital presence to stand out in the competitive packaged fish space... Read more
 Signs for change: Deaf-owned Pi00a wins pitch slam with plans to empower Deaf employees
Four startups went head-to-head at the Specialty Food Association’s Fancy Face Off pitch competition in Las Vegas last week for a chance to win a suite of prizes – including cash and professional services – that could turbo-charge their growth and help their products standout from the competition... Watch now
Little Spoon’s YoGos emphasize demand for nutrient-dense kids snacks
The company expands its kid-friendly clean label portfolio with the launch of its YoGos line, highlighting protein, probiotics, fruits and vegetables... Read more
Organic Valley’s oat-based creamer leverages its existing farmer partnerships
The dairy milk producer expands into the plant-based category by leaning on its partnerships with organic family farms... Read more
 UPSIDE & Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors team to serve cultivated meat
UPSIDE’s partnership with Pat LaFrieda leverages the restaurant scene for consumer adoption of cultivated meat... Watch now
Alternative protein companies restructure towards a more profitable 2025
Vow Brands, Tender Food and Asentia share their strategies on improving production efficiency and consumer acceptance of alternative proteins... Read more
ONLINE EVENT
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Pet Food Digital Summit | March 25-26
Pet Food Digital Summit | March 25-26
Join us online on March 25-26 for the Pet Food Digital Summit brought to you by FoodNavigator and FeedNavigator. We will explore alternative proteins and sustainability drivers in pet food as well as the gut microbiome in pets. Register for free... click here
SUPPLIERS
Turing Labs speeds up R&D process with AI platform and virtual assistants
AI-based R&D companies like Turing Labs are reinventing the product development lifecycle, swapping spreadsheets for intuitive web-based interfaces and virtual assistants... Read more
Biosphere illuminates biomanufacturing sterilization with UV light
Costly biomanufacturing sterilization processes are impeding food-tech companies from scaling up — a problem Biosphere is solving with UV light... Read more
Unlocking next-gen plant-based: Cargill focuses on food tech
Cargill’s investments in 3D printing and mycoproteins are cracking the code on taste and texture challenges that plagued the alternative protein space... Read more
UPCOMING SUPPLIER WEBINARS
Breaking the Rules: Deliciously Guilt Free
Join Blommer, Mintel, and Incredo as we explore the trends, drivers for growth in sugar reduction, and the innovative tools available to help your brand stand out in today’s competitive market.
25-Feb-2025
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Adapting Appetites: Meet the GLP-1 Consumers Driving Impact
Discover how GLP-1 receptor agonists are reshaping consumer health trends and driving a surge in weight management priorities.
27-Feb-2025
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UPCOMING EDITORIAL WEBINARS
Functional Beverages
The functional beverage market is slated to reach a staggering $350 million by 2030 as increasingly health-conscious consumers turn their backs on sugary soft drinks and alcoholic beverages in favor of healthier options that can help them keep up their energy or calm down without...
12-Feb-2025
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Plant-Based Innovation
While the wider economic landscape and consumer education remain challenges for the plant-based sector in Asia, there are several opportunities for the industry to make gains across the region. With plant-based diets very much steeped in the tradition of many markets, industry can capitalize by...
19-Feb-2025
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Healthy ageing and the 'longevity' trend
As ageing population numbers rise, an opportunity is opening in food and beverage. While older consumers seek tailored formulations, younger generations also want to live healthier, for longer. How can industry best tap into the "healthy longevity" trend?
26-Feb-2025
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Mood food: Eating with mental health in mind
Mental health is in decline, with Gen Z being hit harder than most. Luckily for those with pill fatigue, food can provide much more than just energy: some ingredients are linked to improved brainpower, others can de-stress, and more still tap into the "second brain"...
05-Mar-2025
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Healthy Alternatives
More than half of Americans follow a specific diet, with highprotein, mindful eating, calorie-counting, clean eating and intermittent fasting topping the charts. And more consumers are likely to purchase a snack labeled as "healthy" than an identical one without the claim. But how do consumers...
12-Mar-2025
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Healthier Snacking
The Asia snacking sector is thriving, with innovation and consumer demand at an all time high. However, there two key trends that are driving the growth – health and functionality. As consumers increasingly snack more and move away from set meal occasions, they are demanding...
19-Mar-2025
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Alternative proteins and sustainability drivers in pet food
As the pet food industry grows, so does the need to minimise its climate impact. Addressing the environmental footprint of feeding cats and dogs is crucial.
25-Mar-2025
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Exploring the gut microbiome in pets
Emerging research reveals the gut microbiome of cats and dogs not only influences their digestive health but also plays a vital role in their overall wellbeing. This session will delve into the groundbreaking science behind how nourishing and supporting the gut microbiome can enhance pets'...
26-Mar-2025
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ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
Weight Management
What eating patterns and health claims resonate with consumers? Today's niche diets, social media blips and Internet searches could reveal tomorrow's must-have functional ingredients or influential diets. We will take a look at evolving eating patterns and the return of weight-loss culture.
29-Jan-2025
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Sugar Reduction
Too much sugar is bad news for health, but consumers don't want to compromise on taste, texture, or indulgence. While sugar reduction technologies promise sweetness with fewer calories, concerns over sweeteners do still exist and could be damaging ingredient reputations. How can manufacturers hit the...
22-Jan-2025
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MARKETS
Consumers are satisfied with supermarkets, but digital cracks emerge
Retail tech investment might shore up declining satisfaction across several digital shopping metrics... Read more
Watch on demand: Consumers seek weight management ‘hacks,’ including specific foods
Join a suite of experts from across the industry Jan. 29 for a free online event examining the opportunities and challenges posed by a return of weight-loss culture... Read more
 What do consumers look for in plant-based proteins?
‘People are really pivoting towards plant-centered foods and not trying to hide it as something else,’ according to the founder of Nourish, who also reports shoppers want complete proteins that are easy to digest... Watch now
Supercharging soy sales: Tofu enters a ‘new era of popularity’
Soy’s status as a protein-powerhouse and innovations that simplify its prep are boosting its sales at a time when health-conscious consumers and GLP-1 users seek nutrient-dense, clean-label options... Read more
 Letter from the editor: What is next for alternative proteins?
The initial spike of enthusiasm for plant-based meat that mimics its animal counterparts has ebbed in recent years as consumers give more weight to products’ nutritional value and health impact – opening the door for the next generation of alternative proteins... Watch now
2025 Wellness trends: Gen Z turns to mood-boosting foods and beverages
An anxious generation turns to functional foods and beverages and alternative medicine, inspiring better-for-you innovation... Read more
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