Bakery and Snacks

Reformulation isn’t simply about replacing cocoa

Cocoa prices exposed hidden reformulation challenges. PROVA's Muriel Acat explains why flavour, functionality, labelling and resilience now matter as much as ingredient costs.

General Mills embraces protein innovation and launches $3 billion savings initiative

General Mills posted stronger-than-expected results and introduced a $3 billion cost-cutting plan, boosting shares and signaling margin improvement.

Mars rethinks seasonality to drive bigger sales with smaller moments

Mars says future confectionery growth will come from micro-seasons and cultural moments that create more snack occasions beyond the Big Four holidays.

Mondelez State of Snacking: The impossible innovation brief

Consumer expectations are reshaping snack innovation as manufacturers balance protein, sugar reduction, clean labels, sustainability and affordability in every launch.

Ben & Jerry’s and Unilever’s court battle enters a decisive phase

Ben & Jerry’s legal battle with Unilever has entered a crucial phase as a court weighs claims over board independence, governance and brand control.

What brands need to know before pitching retailers

For brands, the challenge and opportunity in retail lies in using data to prove a product’s staying power on shelf while positioning that data as a solution to a buyer’s bottom line, according to panelists during the Specialty Food Association’s Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City earlier this week.

Private-equity firm acquires $1.6 billion Irca as Dubai chocolate trend fuels growth

CVC Capital Partners has acquired Italian ingredients manufacturer Irca from Advent, as the $1.6 billion business eyes US expansion, M&A and innovation.

Nestlé to axe artificial colours worldwide in industry first

Nestlé will eliminate artificial food colourings from all products worldwide by the end of 2026, becoming the first major food company to make such a global commitment as consumer demand for clean-label products grows.

Mars invests €1.5m in the future of science

Mars is investing €1.5m in the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings through its Mars Impact Fund to support young scientists and advance scientific discovery.

Why the smartest food marketing begins when everything goes wrong

Nestlé, Calbee, Burger King, KFC and Heinz show how operational setbacks, from thefts to packaging shortages, can become award-winning marketing opportunities when brands respond with creativity and honesty.

Why some food startups succeed while others never leave the classroom

Riff's journey from university project to registered snack business reveals the realities of product development, food waste innovation, startup competitions and scaling a food brand.

5 food trends driven by lifestyle shifts around the world

Convenience, wellness and cultural identity are reshaping what people eat, driving five global food trends influencing brands today.

Whey boom fuels surge in protein processing expansion

Global dairy majors are expanding whey processing to boost WPC80 output, targeting growth in sports nutrition and functional food markets amid tight supply.

Tate & Lyle, Ingredion and the new ingredients land grab

Ingredion's planned acquisition of Tate & Lyle reflects a wider shift in the ingredients industry as companies race to lead reformulation, fibre innovation and food technology.

Will India’s Sugar Export Ban Shake Up Global Food Markets?

William and Kate’s wedding cake maker joins Oreo, Hello Kitty and St Pierre in latest bakery launches

Discover the latest global bakery launches from Oreo, McGhee's, St Pierre, Lazy Day, Fiona Cairns, Finsbury, Dawn Foods and more, featuring premium, nostalgic and charity-led innovation.

GLP‑1 use is fueling trends already in motion

GLP‑1 adoption is expanding, but a start‑stop user base is accelerating existing shifts in how consumers eat and how food brands innovate, according to Numerator.

Barbecue flavors abound in CPG brands, marking the beginning of summer

CPG companies like Bush's Beans, McCormick & Company, Smithfield and Nissin Foods are bringing the flavor for the 2026 grilling season.

Mintel reveals new multisensory CPG opportunities

Mintel finds multisensory snack innovation is reshaping CPG, with brands focusing on texture, aroma and color to reach neurodivergent consumers, parents and GLP-1 users.

Big Food falling short on regen ag commitments

Many major food companies are setting big targets for regenerative agriculture. But many key companies are falling short, according to a new report by investor network FAIRR. Many targets are not quantitative or outcome-based, and lack a clear link to financial materiality. As sustainability goals are exposed to increased scrutiny, FMCGs must ensure their goals are clear and can be acted upon.