Latest news in the food and nutraceutical industry
Manufacturing
Which technologies can reduce damage and losses in the supply chain?
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.
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Biscuits and chocolate: Mondelēz targets 'resilient' categories for US and Europe growth
7 May 2026
Mondelēz International wants to bolster business further in developed markets, focusing on biscuits in the US and chocolate in Europe, as snacking continues to gain momentum globally, its CEO says.
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Harvard and Yuka uncover the hidden costs of cheap food
4 May 2026
The cheapest products contain 2.6 more additives and 21% more sugar than higher-priced products, according to a US study by Harvard and food scanning app Yuka.
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Is paper packaging always better for the environment than plastic?
30 Apr 2026
Sustainability concerns are driving demand for paper packaging – but without careful design and sourcing, paper packaging may offer “little or no benefit”, say experts.
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Unibio to open ‘world’s largest’ single-cell protein plant in Saudi Arabia
29 Apr 2026
Unibio is forging ahead with plans to open the “world’s largest” single-cell protein plant in Saudi Arabia. “The Middle East conflict has reinforced how critical local food production is,” says its CEO.
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What the Iran war means for food
28 Apr 2026
Rising inflation, commodity disruption and weakening consumer demand are affecting agricultural markets and manufacturers’ cost strategies.
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Major UK supermarkets join forces to close food gap
24 Apr 2026
M&S, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose are spearheading a joint fundraising campaign this month to support distribution of repurposed food waste to those in need.
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Supplement safety: Adulteration and contamination remain worldwide problems
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.
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How brands can formulate for GLP-1 food cravings
22 Apr 2026
Research suggests GLP-1 drugs don't remove food cravings – they change them, prompting new product development to focus on nutrition and enjoyment.
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Clean, green, and solvent-free: The benefits of green extraction techniques
21 Apr 2026
Extraction technology that delivers greater environmental benefits is a core sustainability strategy for manufacturers. We look at some of the most promising techniques.
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Unilever-McCormick: Is the $65bn megamerger worth its salt?
21 Apr 2026
Unilever is to merge with spice giant McCormick & Company in a $65bn (€48bn) deal – but is it “the deal the market got wrong”, as one analyst suggests?
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Dog food brand shakes up sector with ‘human-quality’ meat
17 Apr 2026
UK pet food startup Years designs its premium meals based on a dog’s breed, life stage, and health, using wholefood recipes and clear plastic packaging.
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