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The rise of CPG disruptor brands
9 Apr 2026
Bold, relevant, and agile disruptor brands, such as Olly and Poppi are reshaping consumer packaged goods (CPG) and driving growth in stagnant areas – reframing everything about the categories they are showing up in, say experts.
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Unreviewed GRAS chemicals in US products risk consumer confidence
8 Apr 2026
There are over 100 unreviewed GRAS chemicals in US food and drink products, undermining consumer trust, according to an analysis.
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Rising automation requires clear risk management strategy
6 Apr 2026
Automation is helping manufacturers reduce bottlenecks but it also comes with risks. Successful brands will have clear risk management strategies.
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Could the Strait of Hormuz supply shock boost regenerative farming?
31 Mar 2026
The Iran war has exposed the frailties of a fossil fuel-dependent food system. Could regenerative agriculture benefit from soaring fertiliser prices?
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Closing the hygiene gap in cold-chain environments
30 Mar 2026
Maintaining hygiene while meeting health and safety requirements between cleans is vital yet challenging for food operators, requiring a holistic approach.
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General Mills CEO: We are 'innovating on how we innovate' through AI
27 Mar 2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are adding speed, depth and innovative angles to several areas of business at General Mills and will prove invaluable in enhancing brand traction globally, its CEO says.
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Oatly loses legal battle over ‘Post milk generation’ claim
26 Mar 2026
Oatly has lost a long legal battle with the UK dairy industry and cannot use the term “Post milk generation” in its marketing.
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Danone bets €1 billion on complete nutrition category with Huel acquisition
25 Mar 2026
Danone has agreed to acquire UK-based Huel for approximately €1 billion, marking its entry into the complete nutrition category.
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Nestlé to launch 'smart ageing' powdered drink brand Vital
20 Mar 2026
Nestlé has developed Vital, a nutritional powdered drink line to support smart and healthy ageing, that will first launch in Brazil later this year.
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Australia and New Zealand to introduce mandatory front-of-pack nutrition labels
17 Mar 2026
Australia and New Zealand will introduce mandatory front-of-pack nutrition information – the Health Star Rating – on products.
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Eco-friendly polymer material advances plastic-free packaging
16 Mar 2026
Aquapak has developed a dissolvable, biodegradable polymer that can undergo thermal processing for various food applications.
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French supplements market soars beyond €3bn
13 Mar 2026
The French dietary supplements market has surpassed €3 billion in revenues, with strong and solid growth in pharmacy, online, and specialist nutrition channels – trajectories all set to continue in 2026.
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