Bakery and Snacks

Synthetic dyes are out. Here’s who’s in and how they’re achieving it

Major food companies like General Mills, Kraft Heinz, Conagra and Smucker are leading a sweeping shift away from synthetic colours. Here’s where the US food industry stands right now.

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GLP-1 and the rise of mood foods: A new appetite for functional indulgence

With satiety drugs on the rise, snack producers face a new question: how do you sell joy to consumers who aren't hungry?

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When did protein become a lifestyle?

How protein has evolved from a fitness staple to a lifestyle essential, reshaping the snacking landscape in the process. Spotlighting Egglife Foods and the American Egg Board’s Eggcelerator Lab as key players driving fresh, convenient protein innovation.

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It’s official: Ferrero buys Kellogg in $3bn deal

Joining Ferrero provides WK Kellogg Co with greater resources and more flexibility to grow our iconic brands in this competitive and dynamic market.”

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Bold flavors, heritage roots & supply chain flexibility shape spice trends at the Summer Fancy Food Show

Whether born from the test kitchens of a legacy spice company or a family-owned catering business, brands at the recent Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City are reshaping the spice category to meet shifting tastes with creative storytelling, operational flexibility and product launches grounded in personal connection.

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The rise and fall of England’s HFSS crackdown

In a sweeping reversal of Conservative-era health policy, Labour has scrapped the planned ban on multibuy deals for HFSS products, marking a shift from state intervention to voluntary industry-led reform.

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Ferrero reportedly closing in on $3bn Kellogg takeover

Ferrero Group is reportedly close to acquiring WK Kellogg for $3bn, expanding its US presence. This move follows rumours and would integrate popular cereal brands into Ferrero's portfolio.

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IFT First: New tech and innovations to look out for at the food science expo

IFT First, the global food science and innovation expo, showcases cutting-edge advancements in food and beverage technology: including GLP-1 innovations, functional ingredients, plant-based protein and more.

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Berry much in season: A strawberry-studded NPD roundup

From pink pretzels to protein-packed doughnuts, here’s your ultimate roundup of strawberry-inspired products perfect for summer snacking and tennis viewing.

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Brazil nut prices surge as shortage takes hold

Brazil nut prices soar due to climate-driven crop failures and political unrest in Bolivia, tightening supply as global demand continues to rise. A cautious recovery is expected in the 2025–2026 harvest.

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PopCorners in hot air: PepsiCo sued over slack-fill

One California shopper says it’s not what’s inside a PopCorners bag that’s the problem but what isn’t.

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The decline in children’s cereal nutrition and the rise of sweet tooth appeal

A new study shows a decline in the nutrition of children’s cereal over the past decade, with noticeable increases in sodium and fat and decreases in fiber and protein – suggesting that appealing to the American sweet tooth might be the priority.

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Latin America’s potato chip warning labels could shape global snack policy

Research by Colombian scientists finds front-of-pack messages are influencing snack choices, echoing earlier efforts to curb sugary drink consumption across the region – and potentially shaping global labelling policy.

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Gen Z still wants sustainable packaging

While some reports have suggested that sustainability is in decline, in packaging it's very much alive. Gen Z are embracing the sustainable packaging trend, according to a report from McKinsey & Company.

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UPFs: It’s time to focus on what food delivers, not how it’s made

Critics say the real problem isn’t processing - it’s how we’re measuring health. An outdated classification is distorting science and stalling innovation.

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Pickles find new life at Fancy Food Show: Gut health, culinary-forward ingredients drive growth

While a traditional dill pickle still has a place, today’s pickled products are just as likely to feature strawberries or spiced lemon as they are cucumbers

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Mondelēz wants to delay EUDR, Nestlé doesn’t

Discover why Mondelēz International wants to delay EUDR and other Big Food companies like Nestlé and Danone don't want any further delays to Europe's deforestation law.

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UK companies must crack on with cage-free egg pledges

The 2025 cage-free egg deadline is looming and while some UK companies are cracking on, others may be left with egg on their face.

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Postcard from Paris: Where the bakery queue is fast becoming a global trend

Bakery tourism is booming as younger travellers trade bar crawls for flaky buns and sugar-dusted escapes.

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High cocoa costs continue to strain margins for manufacturers

As cocoa prices continue to fluctuate due to climate-related droughts and supply shortages, brands are looking at every avenue to avoid passing cost increases off to consumers

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