Latest News in the food Industry
Bakery & Snacks
Tesco pledges to build on its circular economy model
25 Aug 2025
Building on the success of its Northamptonshire facility, where surplus bakery and produce are turned into animal feed, Tesco is expanding its food waste efforts as part of the circular economy.
Read more
Australia's snacking sector achieves near-universal appeal
22 Aug 2025
As many as 99% of Australian consumers snack daily, with generational differences and increasing demands presenting novel manufacturing opportunities, according to Mintel data.
Read more
Non-profit calls on Trump administration to support sugar reduction
21 Aug 2025
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is calling on the US government to create policies that focus on less sugar, not different sugar.
Read more
Analysis: Can the UK’s new healthy food rules work?
31 Jul 2025
Industry insiders are hailing the UK’s new healthy food rules as “the next big moment” in food policy. But how will they work in practice – and will they have any impact on the worst offenders?
Read more
Findings strengthen evidence for link between processed foods and chronic disease
29 Jul 2025
A US study has provided further evidence for the relationship between consumption of UPFs – in particular, processed meat – and chronic disease risk.
Read more
Mondelēz International wants a delay to EU deforestation law
28 Jul 2025
As the leading global confectionery giant calls for a postponement, is the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) about to be delayed again?
Read more
What does the UK’s healthy food standard mean for manufacturers and supermarkets?
25 Jul 2025
The UK Government has introduced a “healthy food standard” for large food businesses. What will the impact be for industry?
Read more
The dye is cast: Major US food brands commit to phasing out synthetic colours
21 Jul 2025
Major confectionery companies have pledged to eliminate petroleum-based colours by 2027. Yet with 19% of packaged foods containing synthetic dye, will industry leaders follow through on their commitments?
Read more
Fast food goes premium
15 Jul 2025
As consumers seek convenience, quality, and familiar fast-food favourites with a premium twist, producers can tap into this trend with novel at-home product creations.
Read more
PepsiCo feels the heat as drinks giant cools its climate targets
3 Jul 2025
PepsiCo has become the latest global food and beverage manufacturer to attract criticism for changing a number of its environmental goals.
Read more
World Food Safety Day shines a spotlight on science
19 Jun 2025
On 7 June, the World Health Organization (WHO) held its annual World Food Safety Day, highlighting the role scientific research and innovation play in supporting consumers’ health.
Read more
Sustainable food sector requires synthetic chemical solutions
2 Jun 2025
Researchers from global organisations have released a study analysing the prevalence of food contaminants in food packaging and their health impacts.
Read more