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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:54:08 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[The Grand Rapids snack maker adds Easton‑based Keystone to its lineup, strengthening its presence in private‑label production as competition intensifies in 2026.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Fermentation is booming, but what about the leftover biomass? How microbial fibre could close the fibre gap and turn waste into high‑value food ingredients.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Can AI bring clarity to ultra-processed foods? As NOVA faces criticism and regulators lag, new tools are reshaping how UPFs are defined.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[The FDA is reviewing gluten labelling rules to tackle hidden gluten, improve transparency and reduce cross-contact risks for consumers with coeliac disease.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Cross‑industry food waste coalition targets 30M meals a year by 2028]]></title>
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      <title><![CDATA[How Bel defied global snacking headwinds]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[As global snack giants struggle, Bel Group is driving growth by sticking to healthy dairy and plant‑based snacks, regional investment and disciplined innovation.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:49:02 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[California pushes ‘non-UPF’ seal as certifications multiply and confusion grows]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[California proposes a non-UPF certification as labels multiply, but inconsistent definitions of ultra-processed foods could confuse consumers and industry alike.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:37:24 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Cacao pods and ‘ugly’ potatoes powering the upcycled foods movement]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[As the global upcycled food market grows, brands like Blue Stripes and Seven Sundays are innovating with sustainable snacks and cereal options.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:36:59 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Stagflation is food manufacturing’s worst-of-both-worlds scenario]]></title>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Gill Hyslop]]></dc:creator>
      <description><![CDATA[As stagflation risks build, food manufacturers face rising input costs and slowing demand. Here’s what it means across key food and drink sectors.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:59:08 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[6 key food innovation trends driven by feel good indulgence]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:04:19 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[NPD: Match-day bites built for energy, heat and hype]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[From protein drinks to spicy pies, the latest match-day snacks blend flavour, energy and functional nutrition for today’s sports fans.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:02:50 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Circana: Private label takes different paths in the US and Europe]]></title>
      <link>https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2026/04/03/private-label-trends-2026-innovation-pricing-and-trust/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=RSS</link>
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      <description><![CDATA[Circana data shows private-label growth outpacing brands worldwide. Learn how club, mass and discounter channels are reshaping pricing, premium tiers and sustainability.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:48:59 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Beyond disruption: What Big Food actually needs from startups]]></title>
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