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News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries09-Apr-2025
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Mouthfeel Masterclass
Mouthfeel Masterclass
Join our Spotlight On digital broadcast on 15 April 3pm CEST, 8am CT, 9pm CST, and discover how you can elevate taste and mouthfeel in formulations to stand out in the market... click here
TOP HEADLINES
DEI cuts at Walmart, General Mills and PepsiCo spark nationwide boycotts
Major US brands like Walmart, PepsiCo, and General Mills are facing a wave of consumer boycotts over rollbacks to their DEI commitments... Read more
Plastic is poisoning profits and putting bakery & snack makers under fire
Food safety failures linked to plastic contamination are triggering recalls, damaging reputations and shaking consumer trust in even the most established brands. Are you doing enough to keep your products - and profits - clean?... Read more
AI-powered CPG startup raises $11m to predict next big food trend
CPG and AI company Starday is using AI to reduce research and development time, while identifying untapped areas of whitespace for innovation... Read more
Welsh gin, oysters and honey granted protected status
Four new Welsh food and drink products have secured protected status under the UK’s Geographical Indication Schemes (GDIs).... Read more
Do sweeteners increase appetite?
Popular sweetener sucralose could be tricking the brain into believing it’s hungry... Read more
 From mochi to muffins: Vanilla takes the lead in 2025 NPD
World Vanilla Day is back on 10 April and brands are celebrating with a wave of bold, creamy, vanilla-forward innovations... See more
Food-on-the-move merger: Greencore to buy Bakkavor for £1.2bn
After initially rejecting the bid on 17 March, Bakkavor’s board has made a strategic about-face. It is now ‘unanimously minded’ to recommend the revised offer... Read more
From glazed to amazed: The strategy behind bakery’s next big bites
From Texas-sized doughnuts to TikTok-inspired sweet pizzas, we break down what’s hot, what’s not and how bakers can rise to every occasion... Read more
From baguettes to bagels: Exploring the Transatlantic bakery boom
From sourdough in Seattle to pastel de nata in Porto, bakery trends are crossing borders faster than ever. What’s driving this transatlantic boom and how can bakeries rise to meet it?... Read more
ONLINE EVENT
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Regenerative Bites: Sustainable Farming for Snacks - Editorial Webinar
Regenerative Bites: Sustainable Farming for Snacks - Editorial Webinar
Join our webinar on April 29 at 4 PM Paris CEST / 9 AM CDT to discover how regenerative agriculture can enhance soil health, biodiversity, and product quality in the bakery and snack industry. REGISTER NOW... click here
EDITOR'S CHOICE
The art of making snacks feel luxurious without the price tag
Consumers crave indulgence, but in today’s economy, they’re also watching their wallets. How can brands create snacks that feel premium without the premium price tag?... Read more
The heavy metal lawsuit that could crumble an iconic cookie programme
For over a century, Girl Scout Cookies have been a symbol of tradition and entrepreneurship - but now, they’re at the centre of a major food safety scandal. With allegations of heavy metals, pesticides and consumer deception, is this the beginning of the end for America’s most famous fundraising snack?... Read more
The war on ultra-processed foods: How producers can fight back
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are being blamed for everything from obesity to chronic disease. But is this just another case of oversimplified science leading to knee-jerk policies that could do more harm than good?... Read more
 Sláinte to snacks: A roundup of St Patrick’s Day treats
Milseáin draíochta (magical treats) await! The craic is mighty (the fun is great) this St Patrick’s Day with a feast of festive flavours - from golden shortbread to cereal that turns your milk green - because every bite should be as magical as the day itself... See more
Gluten free: A booming market built on misconceptions?
The gluten-free (GF) boom shows no signs of slowing, but is it really the healthier choice or just clever marketing? Despite the premium price tag, studies reveal that many GF baked goods contain more sugar, fewer nutrients and even hidden contaminants, raising serious questions... Read more
The meeting that shook the industry: RFK Jr vs Big Food sends shares plummeting
PepsiCo, Kellogg, General Mills, Smucker’s and Kraft Heinz saw their stock prices tumble as Robert F Kennedy Jr delivered his anticipated ultimatum. Now, these food giants face a stark choice: remove artificial dyes or risk financial and regulatory fallout... Read more
Snacking is the new self-care: Mondelez report reveals why consumers can’t stop munching
The Oreo maker’s latest State of Snacking report reveals more consumers than ever are turning to snacks for emotional support. But is this a lasting shift in eating habits, or just a clever rebrand of emotional eating?... Read more
Snacking with purpose: How smart ingredients support sleep, stress relief, and brainpower
Snacks today are expected to provide more than just a moment of pleasure. They are working powerhouses, packed with functional ingredients that contribute to overall wellbeing... Read more
UPCOMING EDITORIAL WEBINARS
Spotlight On - Mouthfeel Masterclass: Be the brand that’s always on the shopping list
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the potential that mouthfeel has to offer and why it is key to making food and drink brands thrive.
15-Apr-2025
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Regenerative Bites: Sustainable Farming for Snacks
Our expert panel will explore how bakery and snack producers can integrate regenerative practices into their supply chains to gain consumer trust and boost product quality.
29-Apr-2025
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ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
Breaking the Rules: Deliciously Guilt Free
Join Blommer, Mintel, and Incredo as we explore the trends, drivers for growth in sugar reduction, and the innovative tools available to help your brand stand out in today’s competitive market.
25-Feb-2025
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PREVIOUS HEADLINES
What Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs mean for bakery & snacks
President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff announcement on 2 April has rocked the global bakery and snack sectors, sparking concerns over ingredient sourcing, production costs and retail disruption. Could escalating trade tensions derail innovation and push everyday staples out of reach for consumers?... Read more
Investment in F&B up but failing to get results
The food and beverage industry is pouring money into innovation but progress is glacially slow. Why?... Read more
China cage-free eggs crusade gets buy-in from major retailer Ole Supermarket
The cage-free eggs sector in China has received a boost with the commitment from major retailer Ole Supermarket to transform its sourcing over the next decade.... Read more
Baked-in value: What’s driving the global PE feeding frenzy?
Private equity (PE) is rolling in dough - literally and figuratively - as it snaps up bakery and snacks manufacturers across the globe. What’s fuelling this surge in dealmaking?... Read more
What’s next for unstoppable ‘food as medicine’ trend?
‘Food as medicine’ is big and growing fast. But what’s next for this major player in food and beverage?... Read more
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