Latest news in the food and nutraceutical industry

5 Mar 2026

British retailer Marks and Spencer has introduced 12 new products to its 'Only … Ingredients' range, as brands are advised to focus on “transparent communication”.

2 Mar 2026

Lidl is “setting the pace” in Europe's transition towards sustainable food systems. How did other European supermarkets score, according to Superlist Environment Europe 2026?

27 Feb 2026

For healthy indulgent products, messaging around enjoyment resonates more strongly than “guilt-free”, according to a study by EIT Food.

25 Feb 2026

Dogs fed on premium, meat-rich pet food can have bigger dietary carbon footprints than their owners – but using by-products is a “highly relevant” solution for brands.

24 Feb 2026

Herbs, spices, and white powders are highly at risk of food fraud – but the industry is embracing food fingerprinting coupled with artificial intelligence to fight it.

20 Feb 2026

Sixty percent of Indian consumers are interested in branded supplements with many preferring smaller pack sizes, according to a global survey.

19 Feb 2026

Food and drink products in Canada must now carry warning labels for high saturated fat, sugar, and sodium content – a move designed to help consumers make more informed purchasing decisions.

18 Feb 2026

The UK’s largest supermarket chain has achieved its target to increase the proportion of sales from healthier products to 65% by 2025.

17 Feb 2026

Euromonitor identifies five consumer demands forcing the industry to redesign products from the inside out in 2026.

11 Feb 2026

Pet owners' interest in less processed products is growing, pointing to opportunities for brands to rethink formulations, Mintel says.

5 Feb 2026

Global food supply chains must adapt procurement strategies to remain resilient and sustainable, according to a World Economic Forum paper.

4 Feb 2026

Hybrid blends of dairy and plant-based milk and cheese may be emerging as a credible growth space, according to experts.