Volatile weather conditions, crop disease and low incomes to spend on agricultural inputs have all conspired to create a cocoa price bump that has lasted around two years. While prices are now falling, chocolate giants such as Nestlé, Mondelēz, Mars, and Barry Callebaut want to ensure that their supply chains are more resilient should the problem reoccur. They are diversifying - both to geographical regions outside of West Africa, and ingredients beyond cocoa.
Read the NewsThe Global Food Tech Awards 2026: Americas shortlist highlights innovations in transforming waste into valuable resources, extending food shelf-life without altering taste, and driving sustainable protein production. Key advancements include AI-driven molecular discovery, optogenetics, and precision fermentation, leading to cleaner, more sustainable food and beverage inputs. Companies are creating consumer-centric solutions, such as blending meat with mushrooms to reduce carbon footprints and developing animal-free dairy alternatives. These technologies signify a shift towards circular systems and pragmatic sustainability in the food industry.
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Read the NewsKraft Heinz halts its planned split after another quarter of falling sales and margins, as CEO Steve Cahillane shifts focus to growth and a $600M investment.
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Read the NewsAfrica’s heavy reliance on imported wheat is exposing bakeries to price volatility driven by geopolitics, currency pressures, and rising logistics and energy costs.
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Read the NewsMAHA Center’s $8 million Super Bowl ad starring Mike Tyson slams processed foods, spotlights obesity and introduces a new health nonprofit with political and publishing ties.
Read the NewsConsumers want more fiber but don’t know where to find it. New data from the International Food Information Council shows how clearer on-pack labeling and education could unlock growth for food brands.
Read the NewsIn the age of TikTok, big FMCG brands face challenges in leading trends due to the rapid pace at which social media influences consumer behaviour. While some brands like Lindt & Sprungli successfully adapt by fast-tracking product development, others like Coca-Cola struggle with longer cycles, missing opportunities like the bubble tea trend. Challenger brands, due to their agility, often capitalize on trends, but established brands can leverage their scale and create innovation through non-traditional collaborations and mystery flavours, ultimately needing to disrupt themselves instead of just following social media trends.
Read the NewsSoaring cocoa prices are reshaping chocolate formulations, accelerating alternatives and testing consumer trust as manufacturers adapt to tighter global supply.
Read the NewsHain Celestial posted a 7% Q2 organic sales decline and exited snacks, prompting analyst questions about the future of baby and kids’ food.
Read the NewsBarry Callebaut is investing €375m in its Belgian factories in Wieze and Halle to modernise infrastructure, boost efficiency and strengthen long-term production capacity, reinforcing Belgium as a central hub in its global chocolate network.
Read the NewsPopulations around the world are getting older as birth rates decline and people live for longer. This could be consequential for food in particular: the food industry must reposition itself around the demands, needs and preferences of older consumers.
Read the NewsFood brands are racing to respond to GLP‑1 drugs, but major misconceptions persist. From R&D realities to ex‑GLP‑1 users, here are the key insights shaping the market.
Read the NewsValentine’s Day NPD 2026 sees Cadbury, Crumbl, Paris Baguette and Wisconsin Cheese rethink romance with bold flavors, formats and gifting ideas.
Read the NewsFlorida finds glyphosate in bread sold statewide, prompting debate over food safety rules, residue limits and how testing data is interpreted by consumers.
Read the NewsTokyo’s bakeries blend precision, imagination and global flair – from viral melonpan ice cream to cult-favorite croissants, these patisseries are setting new pastry standards.
Read the NewsPFAS regulation and lawsuits are reshaping food packaging decisions for brands, forcing a shift toward safer materials despite technical hurdles.
Read the NewsGLP-1 weight-loss drugs are shrinking appetites and reshaping food demand, exposing gaps in nutrient density, reformulation, and snack innovation.
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