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News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries09-May-2025
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As “what’s in” and “what’s out” rapidly changes, Corbion has what you need to keep your baked goods ahead of the curve. We offer technical development support from benchtop to scale up, helping you quickly and confidently deliver on new demands.... click here
TOP HEADLINES
AB Foods and Hovis in merger talks amid the decline of the daily loaf
UK bakery giants Kingsmill and Hovis could unite in a historic merger as traditional bread sales continue to fall... Read more
Gut instinct: How science & superfoods are driving the gluten-free future
May marks Coeliac Awareness Month - a timely reminder that this often-overlooked autoimmune disease affects millions, many of whom remain undiagnosed. With new science revealing how the gut actively drives the reaction to gluten, what does this mean for the future of gluten-free?... Read more
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Rethinking ingredient lists: Innovations in egg reduction and replacement
With egg prices soaring and supply chains under pressure from avian influenza, bakeries are rethinking ingredient lists. Egg alternatives are no longer niche but are they the answer?... Read more
Bakkavor extends Greencore ‘put up or shut up’ deadline for second time
The deadline for a final acquisition agreement between food manufacturers Bakkavor and Greencore has been extended for a second time.... Read more
Grocery shoppers remain resilient in 2025 despite economic headwinds, FMI reports
In-store grocery and online trips are on the rise, as consumers shop across channels to find the best deals amid tariff and inflation concerns... Read more
 High-protein: Why are consumers so obsessed?
Protein consumption through enriched functional foods is on the rise as consumers seek to boost intake levels... Watch now
Labelling the problem: ‘Front-of-pack interpretive warning labels are not the magic bullet’
The FDA wants to put new warning-style nutrition labels on the front of food packages to help fight America’s obesity crisis. But is there any real evidence that such labels actually work?... Read more
PepsiCo’s sunflower oil pivot could upend snack sourcing
PepsiCo is now sourcing sunflower oil from regenerative farms in Argentina through a landmark partnership with Syngenta. Could this signal a broader shift in how snack makers think about sustainable procurement?... Read more
Tariffs anticipation: US the top importer of China’s health foods in 2024
The US was the top importer of health foods from China in 2024, which was largely due to companies’ stockpiling behaviour in anticipation of global tariff adjustments, says a new report.... Read more
Labelled, fortified, but ‘not finished’: UK bakers react to new Bread & Flour rules
The UK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has issued long-awaited updates on the composition and labelling of flour and bread products - offering meaningful progress on clarity and public health, while also sparking debate about what’s still left out... Read more
EDITOR'S CHOICE
Global reformulation snapshot: Who’s actually making bakery & snacks healthier
From soft sugar cuts to bold sodium slashes, the push to make baked goods and snacks better for us is heating up but progress depends on where you look... Read more
Snack it like you mean it: Why every bite now sends a message
In 2025, what you snack on says as much about you as what you wear. Are brands ready for a world where snacks are personal statements, not just food?... Read more
The dye is cast: Industry reacts to FDA’s food colour ban
The Trump Administration’s crackdown on artificial colours has manufacturers split: some gearing up for reformulation; others pushing back hard. Will industry cooperation or confrontation shape the future of food colour?... Read more
Who killed the cereal bowl? Breakfast isn’t what it used to be
Breakfast is undergoing a quiet revolution as traditional routines crumble under the weight of modern life. Is the classic bowl of cereal becoming a relic of the past?... Read more
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Breaking the Rules: Deliciously Guilt Free
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PREVIOUS HEADLINES
EFSA’s future: Executive director Bernhard Url reveals the vision
How will the European Food Safety Authority evolve to combat the world’s food and drink safety challenges?... Read more
Snacking on thin air: Fazer’s futuristic treats powered by protein from the sky
The Finnish food experience company has launched snacks powered by Solein - a revolutionary protein literally made from thin air. Could this be the future of sustainable snacking?... Read more
 Gold-standard snacks: This season’s most luxe bites
Luxury is having a moment in the snack and bakery aisles, where bold flavours, high-end partnerships and decadent designs are delivering a full sensory experience... See more
Industry reacts to drinks sugar tax
Sugar tax on soft drinks may extend to ready-to-drink lattes and milkshakes in the future, with the potential for the threshold also to be lowered.... Read more
Kellanova sales tumble, but co-branding collaborations & AI-based marketing pilots offer hope
Kellanova’s winning streak comes to an end in Q1 as inflation-induced price hikes take a toll on volumes, but the company is optimistic positive marketing pilots could help buoy future returns... Read more
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