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The commercialization of gene-edited wheat in China will secure its food security. Pic: GettyImages/Ackert Bueckert

China approves safety of gene-edited wheat

The Chinese government has granted approval for the production of the country’s inaugural gene-edited wheat variety, a significant step towards the commercialization of genetically modified (GM) food crops.

Five minutes with European Snacks Association's chief: Discussing SNACKEX, EU elections, the Green Deal and UPFs

The format of SNACKEX 2024 has changed; the European Commission elections are expected to make an impact on the savory snacks sector, particularly the Green Deal, and tarring snacks with the UPF brush remains as controversial as ever. We chat to Sebastian...

Hain Celestial slashes SKUs, braces for a ‘longer than expected’ return to growth

Hain Celestial is slashing its portfolio and consolidating its operating footprint to “unlock savings” and “further de-leverage the balance sheet” as part of a broader “Hain Reimagined Strategy,” but the four-prong plan may take longer than expected as...

A multitude of media strategies are needed to maximise the impact of healthy eating messages in Japan © Getty Images

Promoting a healthy diet in Japan: Why one size doesn’t fit all for media strategies

A multitude of media strategies are needed to maximise the impact of healthy eating messages in Japan, with particular concern raised about the quality of some of the information published online, say researchers.

Should bread be tarnished with the derogatory UPF brush?

Ultra processed foods (UPFs) are a hot topic, especially on Capitol Hill, which is following the popular stance that they are typically low in nutritional quality, more prevalent in low income societies and associated with a slightly higher mortality...

PepsiCo India is looking to produce heart-healthier Lay's for the local population. Pic: GettyImages/ugurhan

PepsiCo India eyes a healthier, more sustainable potato chip

PepsiCo India has initiated trials to replace the contentious palm oil used to produce Lay’s – the country’s biggest selling potato chip brand.

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NPD Trendsetting: Nutri-Grain is looking for a head of Hanger Management, Finsbury gets cosy with Stranger Things and Junkless honors teachers

Wilde Brands and Doughlicious The London Dough Co have successfully secured funding for even more growth. Pic: Wilde Brands and Doughlicious

Latest growth funding underscores the growth of Wilde Brands and Doughlicious

Dan Dye has announced his retirement. Pic: Ardent Mills

What legacy will Ardent Mills CEO Dan Dye leave behind?

White bread is getting a nutritional makeover by a team of Welsh scientists. Pic: GettyImages/sakai000

How Welsh scientists aim to boost white bread’s nutritional value

The EIT Food Accelerator Network (FAN) program has announced its next cohort of innovative startups. Pic: GettyImages

EIT Food Accelerator: Fava bean ‘chocolate’, encapsulated sweetness, designer fats and oils and an AI farming companion poised to disrupt the food industry

China approves safety of gene-edited wheat

Five minutes with European Snacks Association's chief: Discussing SNACKEX, EU elections, the Green Deal and UPFs

Hain Celestial slashes SKUs, braces for a ‘longer than expected’ return to growth

Promoting a healthy diet in Japan: Why one size doesn’t fit all for media strategies

Should bread be tarnished with the derogatory UPF brush?

PepsiCo India eyes a healthier, more sustainable potato chip

Taking the stress out of audits

US dairy farmers to receive financial relief over bird flu outbreak

C.A. Fortune’s Build Tank winners garner praise from national retailers for compelling branding, packaging

Luker Chocolate on course to impact 1,500 farmers by 2027

'Healthy longevity' trend: The food and drink potential

Mass appeal: Mondelez, Hunter Foods, Taokaenoi and more snack leaders on why portion control, better ingredients key to APAC success

Sweets & Snacks Expo launches with ‘Oscars of the candy world’

Mars Wrigley, Chocolate Cordillera, and Godiva all set to make their mark at the Sweets & Snacks Expo

Seven ways artificial intelligence is shaking up food retail

Reorg tops FDA’s priorities ahead of presidential election, followed by raft of ‘nutrition’ issues, including ultra-processed food, dietary supplement oversight

Beyond the jingle: How brands are reaching consumers with authenticity and quality

From carrot fibre to plant-based kefir: How 3 start-ups are targeting a healthier gut

NPD Trendsetting: Nutri-Grain is looking for a head of Hanger Management, Finsbury gets cosy with Stranger Things and Junkless honors teachers

Latest growth funding underscores the growth of Wilde Brands and Doughlicious

How Welsh scientists aim to boost white bread’s nutritional value

NPD Trendspotting: There’s a new bread on the UK block; Oreo’s turns sour and Bfree highlights Coeliac Awareness Month

The smartification of the snackification trend

[VIDEO] With an eye on being the fastest growing category in the food industry: How ABA walked the talk in Arizona

What legacy will Ardent Mills CEO Dan Dye leave behind?

EIT Food Accelerator: Fava bean ‘chocolate’, encapsulated sweetness, designer fats and oils and an AI farming companion poised to disrupt the food industry

Navigating the US ingredient bans: Strategies for bakers to ensure smooth interstate trading

News snacks: Bridor’s latest bolt-on expands its bakery culture, Lance calls for Little League Coach nominations and Gingsters gets a new lead

UK millers warn of rising bread prices

RegAg and bakery: A match made in heaven?

NPD: Popcorn Kitchen gets a peanut butter makeover, Sara Lee goes angelic and McVitie’s launches The Great Biscuit Break Bonanza

Daniel Servitje steps down as CEO of Grupo Bimbo

Levelling the playing field: Kellogg’s feels the brunt of social media to remove chemicals from its kiddies’ cereals sold in the US

Lay’s angles up to score with Lionel Messi

How PepsiCo is sequestering the water from its potato chips to combat the water crisis, and other interesting innovations

NPD: Ginsters gives the sausage roll a twist, Mrs Crimble’s gluten-free goes extra indulgent and Jason Momoa asks if you’re ready for adventure?

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