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News & Analysis on the Bakery and Snacks Industries17-Sep-2024
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TOP HEADLINES
Is your brand ready for the HFSS advertising shake-up?
The clock is ticking for the UK’s HFSS (high in fat, sugar, and salt) advertising ban. How will brands pivot their strategies to adapt to these sweeping regulatory changes?... Read more
F&B excluded from European Commission’s competitiveness strategy
Food and beverage – Europe’s largest manufacturing industry – has been omitted from the European Commission’s ‘The future of European competitiveness’ report designed to accelerate the EU’s finances ahead of competing nations.... Read more
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‘Faces of the Frontline’ - the women in bakery who are making a difference
At the heart of every baking operation are the frontline workers whose dedication ensures production processes run smoothly. We meet three women who are making a difference.... Read more
A world without cocoa? Lab-grown chocolate and other technologies may provide alternative, but not replacement – expert panel
Current trending solutions to the cocoa price crisis such as lab-grown or cocoa-free chocolate technologies may provide a niche alternative to the lack of cocoa bean supply, but are unlikely to replace the role of authentic cocoa in the food system, according to an expert panel.... Read more
Pumpkin spice innovation to fall for: From Oreos to Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes and everything in between
As we dive into the world of new product development (NPD) in this seasonal segment, it's clear that pumpkin spice is more than just a fleeting trend.... Read more
The Mondelēz lawsuit: A warning shot in the battle for authentic sustainability claims
A proposed class action lawsuit filed against Mondelēz International Inc – alleging ‘false and deceptive marketing and sale of cocoa products that display its Cocoa Life logo’ – presents significant ramifications for the company, the broader food industry and consumers alike.... Read more
Snack attack: Is Mars’ $35.9bn bet on Kellanova the key to dominating the healthier snacks market?
The mega payout by Mars, Inc. for Kellanova is driven by the candy giant’s desire to expand its footprint in the fast-growing market for healthier snacks, which is underpinned by consumer preference that is shifting away from traditional packaged foods towards wellness, nutrition and convenience.... Read more
118 years of cereal expertise now supercharged: How is WK Kellogg Co. performing post-split?
Has the newly independent company been able to leverage its iconic brands and agile operations to maintain a competitive edge in a challenging industry?... Read more
The Doritos effect: How tartrazine turns tissues temporarily transparent
When a study draws parallels with H.G. Wells’ The Invisible Man, you know it’s bound to be captivating. Could this scientific leap bring us closer to achieving a real-life version of Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak?... Read more
Is your bakery ready to rise with Sourdough September?
As autumn beckons and leaves begin to turn, attention turns towards a particular kind of bread.... Read more
Psychology of snacking: Just how important is the multisensory engagement?
Snacking is more than just eating: it’s a multisensory, emotional and physiological experience. But how can snack producers master these elements to drive product success and cultivate brand loyalty?... Read more
EDITOR'S CHOICE
How Grupo Bimbo’s presence has shaped India’s bakery market
Since its entry into India in 2017, the Mexican bakery giant has not only reshaped the country’s bread market’s competitive landscape, but also driven innovation and efficiency in the sector.... Read more
Is the Mars-Kellanova merger a gamechanger for the snacks industry?
The $36bn procurement by Mars is one of the most significant M&A deals so far this year. But what is the potential impact for the snacks sector?... Read more
UPCOMING EDITORIAL WEBINARS
Decarbonising Supply Chains at the Source
Food majors are under increasing pressure to stamp out irresponsible practices from ingredient supply chains. But voluntary measures have only got the sector so far, and policymakers are stepping in. While Europe races to comply with incoming regulations, rising global temperatures are plaguing production of...
24-Sep-2024
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Eco-friendly Production from Farm to Fork
Ensuring sustainable nutrition from farm to fork requires significant change. In a bid to champion resource efficiency, the agricultural sector is rethinking farming practices for the 21st century. And it’s not just agtech promising to deliver; food waste and upcycling are also on food makers’...
25-Sep-2024
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New Tech and Novel Ingredients for a Sustainable Future
Technological innovations, including those tackling packaging waste, promise to move the needle on carbon emissions. So do novel ingredients too, which have the power to significantly improve the sustainability of everyday products. But not all innovations are on the market, and tight investor budgets could...
26-Sep-2024
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State of the Market
The active nutrition industry has seen many micro changes over the last year, largely shaped by consumers’ increasingly holistic approach to health...
08-Oct-2024
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Cognitive Health
The body and mind have never been more closely connected in the eye of the consumer...
15-Oct-2024
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ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
Debating the principles of a healthy snack
Today, consumers have veered away from the three-meals-a-day tradition to all-day grazing, a trend termed ‘snackification’. This is driving the demand for better-for-you (BFY) snacks that offer functional benefits to boost energy and moods, aid digestion and gut health, and get fortification from fibre, protein,...
27-Jun-2024
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PREVIOUS HEADLINES
Are pop-ups worth it? For food and beverage brands, they just might be
Tracking the return on investment (ROI) of pop-ups involves juggling multiple metrics, but food and beverages brands have a distinct advantage in leveraging sensory experiences to build lasting loyalty among consumers both in-person and digitally, experts say.... Read more
Scientists tap into barley ‘time machine’ to help adapt the grain to climate change
Thanks to an experiment that's tracked barley over the last century, researchers have pinpointed the genes that offer ‘remarkable adaptability’ in the grain – a key ingredient in breads, breakfast cereals, beer and whiskey.... Read more
 News shorts: From Grupo Bimbo’s latest acquisitions to the launch of an African Cocoa Marketplace
In this roundup, we take a look at the world’s largest bakery manufacturer expanding LATAM footprint; Campbell’s proposed name change; pladis’ focus in MENAI; and how Boundless nabbed the #1 spot in the UK’s gut-health snacks sector.... Watch now
Edible alcohol: Shrinking in drinking and rising in snacks
As alcohol consumption declines, its presence in bakery and snacks is gaining momentum through flavor-driven innovations. Could the future of alcohol be more about what we eat than what we drink?... Read more
Lil Bucks raises $3m in Series A funding to fuel retail growth, product innovation
Sprouted buckwheat food brand Lil Bucks secured $3 million in Series A funding in a round led by Proterra Investment Partners, following measures to extend its runway amid continued capital-raising challenges, company founder and CEO Emily Griffith told FoodNavigator-USA.... Read more
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