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Organic food sales up in the US and UK

Organic food sales up in the US and UK

16 Apr 2026

Organic food sales are rising in both the UK and US – but domestic organic production is stagnant, leading to a reliance on imports.

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PepsiCo targeting 'big opportunity' in out-of-home snacking

PepsiCo targeting 'big opportunity' in out-of-home snacking

15 Apr 2026

PepsiCo is “restaging” its biggest brands – Lay's, Tostitos, Gatorade, and Quaker – to strengthen their out-of-home positioning as consumers continue to eat outside of the home, its CEO says.

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Emissions-reduction technologies can help brands hit green goals

Emissions-reduction technologies can help brands hit green goals

14 Apr 2026

Emissions-reduction technologies can help global manufacturers lower their environmental impact while increasing operational efficiency and making savings.

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Securing sweetness in bakery, without the sweetener effect

Securing sweetness in bakery, without the sweetener effect

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?

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The rise of CPG disruptor brands

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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Rising automation requires clear risk management strategy

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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Puratos to acquire Dawn Foods

Puratos to acquire Dawn Foods

3 Apr 2026

Belgian bakery, patisserie, and chocolate supplier Puratos is to acquire US-headquartered cookie and muffin-maker Dawn Foods.

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Partnership between Tesco and Buy Women Built spotlights female-founded brands

Partnership between Tesco and Buy Women Built spotlights female-founded brands

2 Apr 2026

The partnership featured dedicated Buy Women Built in-store displays across more than 150 Tesco UK stores, showcasing female-founded brands.

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Could the Strait of Hormuz supply shock boost regenerative farming?

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

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

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

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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