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News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries13-May-2025
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Boost your product appeal with color
Boost your product appeal with color
Are you up-to-date with the latest color trends in salty snacks? Consumers have a growing appetite for new options. Download our Next-Gen Snacks report and explore these trends, key consumer motivations and how product appearance can enhance appeal... click here
TOP HEADLINES
When the chips are down: How GLP-1s and inflation are rewriting the snack script
The snack aisle is facing a reckoning as appetite-suppressing drugs, rising costs and shifting consumer values take a bite out of growth. Is the global love affair with snacking finally starting to crumble?... Read more
Snacks that do more: 9 wellness-driven launches making waves
Healthy snacks are no longer just a niche; they’re leading the charge in what consumers expect from food. These standout products prove you don’t have to sacrifice flavour, fun or convenience to make smarter snacking choices... Read more
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Rethinking ingredient lists: Innovations in egg reduction and replacement
With egg prices soaring and supply chains under pressure from avian influenza, bakeries are rethinking ingredient lists. Egg alternatives are no longer niche but are they the answer?... Read more
UPF and NOVA should be ‘banned’ from use in food science
Finally, someone is taking the industry’s side in the fightback against UPF misuse... Read more
5-15 | McCormick shakes up crushed pepper portfolio with Hatch Chili and Thai Style Chile
Spice maker McCormick is following up the success of its crushed jalapeno pepper with two new spices, as the company... Read more
AB Foods and Hovis in merger talks amid the decline of the daily loaf
UK bakery giants Kingsmill and Hovis could unite in a historic merger as traditional bread sales continue to fall... Read more
Gut instinct: How science & superfoods are driving the gluten-free future
May marks Coeliac Awareness Month - a timely reminder that this often-overlooked autoimmune disease affects millions, many of whom remain undiagnosed. With new science revealing how the gut actively drives the reaction to gluten, what does this mean for the future of gluten-free?... Read more
Labelling the problem: ‘Front-of-pack interpretive warning labels are not the magic bullet’
The FDA wants to put new warning-style nutrition labels on the front of food packages to help fight America’s obesity crisis. But is there any real evidence that such labels actually work?... Read more
PepsiCo’s sunflower oil pivot could upend snack sourcing
PepsiCo is now sourcing sunflower oil from regenerative farms in Argentina through a landmark partnership with Syngenta. Could this signal a broader shift in how snack makers think about sustainable procurement?... Read more
Labelled, fortified, but ‘not finished’: UK bakers react to new Bread & Flour rules
The UK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has issued long-awaited updates on the composition and labelling of flour and bread products - offering meaningful progress on clarity and public health, while also sparking debate about what’s still left out... Read more
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Positive Nutrition Interactive Broadcast Series | 8 Broadcasts
Positive Nutrition Interactive Broadcast Series | 8 Broadcasts
Missed the live FoodNavigator Series? Catch-up on demand and explore Sugar Reduction, Weight Management, Functional Beverages, Plant-Based Innovation, Healthy Ageing, Mood Food, Healthy Alternatives and Healthier Snacking. Watch now for FREE... click here
EDITOR'S CHOICE
Global reformulation snapshot: Who’s actually making bakery & snacks healthier
From soft sugar cuts to bold sodium slashes, the push to make baked goods and snacks better for us is heating up but progress depends on where you look... Read more
Snack it like you mean it: Why every bite now sends a message
In 2025, what you snack on says as much about you as what you wear. Are brands ready for a world where snacks are personal statements, not just food?... Read more
The dye is cast: Industry reacts to FDA’s food colour ban
The Trump Administration’s crackdown on artificial colours has manufacturers split: some gearing up for reformulation; others pushing back hard. Will industry cooperation or confrontation shape the future of food colour?... Read more
Who killed the cereal bowl? Breakfast isn’t what it used to be
Breakfast is undergoing a quiet revolution as traditional routines crumble under the weight of modern life. Is the classic bowl of cereal becoming a relic of the past?... Read more
ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
Regenerative Bites: Sustainable Farming for Snacks
Our expert panel will explore how bakery and snack producers can integrate regenerative practices into their supply chains to gain consumer trust and boost product quality.
29-Apr-2025
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Spotlight On - Mouthfeel Masterclass: Be the brand that’s always on the shopping list
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the potential that mouthfeel has to offer and why it is key to making food and drink brands thrive.
15-Apr-2025
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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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Active Nutrition Summit 2025 | 23-25 June
Active Nutrition Summit 2025 | 23-25 June
Join us for the Active Nutrition Summit in Vienna! Hear from speakers representing ELITE SPORTS NUTRITION, DIRTEA, AVEA LIFE, TONIC HEALTH and more! Explore the full line-up in the Advance Programme →... click here
PREVIOUS HEADLINES
Bakkavor extends Greencore ‘put up or shut up’ deadline for second time
The deadline for a final acquisition agreement between food manufacturers Bakkavor and Greencore has been extended for a second time.... Read more
Grocery shoppers remain resilient in 2025 despite economic headwinds, FMI reports
In-store grocery and online trips are on the rise, as consumers shop across channels to find the best deals amid tariff and inflation concerns... Read more
 High-protein: Why are consumers so obsessed?
Protein consumption through enriched functional foods is on the rise as consumers seek to boost intake levels... Watch now
EFSA’s future: Executive director Bernhard Url reveals the vision
How will the European Food Safety Authority evolve to combat the world’s food and drink safety challenges?... Read more
Snacking on thin air: Fazer’s futuristic treats powered by protein from the sky
The Finnish food experience company has launched snacks powered by Solein - a revolutionary protein literally made from thin air. Could this be the future of sustainable snacking?... Read more
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