Latest news in the food and nutraceutical industry

18 Jun 2026

Almost all plant-based food and drinks contain mycotoxins – naturally-occurring toxic compounds produced by fungi – and raw material monitoring should be extended, say researchers.

17 Jun 2026

Allergen-free food and drink products are now “structurally embedded” into the wider health and wellness category, with significant innovation happening at retail and brand level, say experts.

2 Jun 2026

Ten of the 17 food companies, including General Mills, ADM, and Conagra, have reduced their public pesticide commitments since 2023, according to a recent report.

26 May 2026

Three-quarters of non-organic fruit and vegetables sold in the US contain pesticide residues, with PFAS “forever chemical” pesticides particularly frequent, says the Environmental Working Group (EWG).

25 May 2026

Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) has been associated with gut dysbiosis. Should food and supplement manufacturers be concerned?

18 May 2026

US retail giant Walmart has rebranded its flagship ‘Great Value’ range, highlighting the quality and affordability of around 10,000 private label products.

11 May 2026

Goods are often damaged throughout the supply chain but novel technologies – such as hyperspectral imaging, automated reject systems, and smart indicators – are reducing losses.

23 Apr 2026

Industry and regulators must tackle global issues like adulteration, contamination, adverse reports, and online compliance to make food supplements safe, an expert says.

13 Apr 2026

EFSA has confirmed sucralose cannot be used in most bakery applications. So, which sweeteners can manufacturers of healthy indulgent baked goods use?

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.

8 Apr 2026

There are over 100 unreviewed GRAS chemicals in US food and drink products, undermining consumer trust, according to an analysis.

30 Mar 2026

Maintaining hygiene while meeting health and safety requirements between cleans is vital yet challenging for food operators, requiring a holistic approach.