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Juan Soto, VP & GM of Kerry in Southern Europe with Thomas Hahlin Ahlinder, president & CEO, Kerry Europe. Pic: Kerry

Kerry ramps up ‘locally led’ innovation in Southern Europe

The global taste and nutrition specialist has inaugurated its Southern Europe Innovation Centre in Barcelona, Spain, which will serve as a regional hub for customers in Spain, Portugal, Italy and France.

SNAC International has announced its 2023-2024 officers and directors. Pic: GettyImages/happy_lark

Industry veterans make up SNAC International’s leaders for 2023-24

Representatives from Unique Snacks, PepsiCo, Hippeas, Campbell Snacks and Utz Brands, among others, are among the new slate of officers to serve on the association’s Executive Committee, as well as a new class of Directors-at-Large to serve on its Board...

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Dialling up the taste: Can low-fat snacks finally bask in a full-flavour glow?

A flavour boost for low-fat snacks – a new innovation designed to put back taste in the front row and drive repeat purchase with the low-fat snacks segment.

Restricting the promotion of HFSS foods in the UK: Challenges for sports and active nutrition businesses and how to tackle them

What do sports nutrition businesses need to do to address regulatory challenges for foods high in fat, salt and/or sugar (HFSS)? Dr Adam Carey, Chairman of the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA), takes a look in this guest article.

PepsiCo bolsters pep+ framework with $216m investment in regenerative agriculture

PepsiCo is investing $216m in a strategic partnership with three farmer organizations, including the Illinois Corn Growers Association, Practical Farmers of Iowa, and Soil and Water Outcomes Fund, to boost regenerative agriculture practices in the US...

Clio Snacks was developed out of curiosity that brought yoghurt into the 21st Century. Pic: Clio Snacks

Clio Snacks hit with possible Listeria contamination

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said the New Jersey-based producer of the better-for-you bars has voluntarily recalled specified lots of its Strawberry Granola & Greek Yogurt Parfait Bar over an abundance of concern.

Ingredion's clean label texturiser range is made from the peels of citrus fruit. Pic: GettyImages/ValentynVolkov

Ingredion introduces clean label texturisers made from citrus peel to US market

The ingredient specialist has expanded its US portfolio of functional, clean label ingredients to include texturisers that offer manufacturers a variety of benefits in functionality, value creation and sustainability.

Clean label means different things to different consumers, making the challenge even more daunting for product developers. Pic: GettyImages

If there ever was a loaded term in the F&B sector, ‘clean’ is certainly a top contender

While ‘clean label’ was first mooted to describe simple, understandable ingredients, today it’s a broad concept that means different things to different consumers, influenced by a range of external factors, not all of which are conclusion or straightforward.

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Délifrance knows the importance of clean label bakes for its customers. Pic: Délifrance

Délifrance unpacks clean label

Freeze-dried fruit and veggies add a functional benefit to breakfast cereals, snacks and bakery treats. Pic: GettyImages/krblokhin

Innovating with freeze-dried ingredients while cleaning up labels

PepsiCo is calling for submissions from APAC entrepreneurs with disruptive ideas to participate in its 2023 Greenhouse Accelerator Programme. Pic: GettyImages/urfinguss/zoranm

PepsiCo’s launches APAC greenhouse accelerator to unearth sustainable packaging and climate answers

The Knwble Grwn line includes sustainably grown crops sourced from small and minority farmers. Pic: ADM

ADM launches D2C ingredient range grown by underrepresented farmers using better-for-the-planet practices

PepsiCo, Kellogg’s and Grupo Bimbo again snag World’s Most Ethical Companies designation

Kerry ramps up ‘locally led’ innovation in Southern Europe

Industry veterans make up SNAC International’s leaders for 2023-24

Dialling up the taste: Can low-fat snacks finally bask in a full-flavour glow?

Restricting the promotion of HFSS foods in the UK: Challenges for sports and active nutrition businesses and how to tackle them

PepsiCo bolsters pep+ framework with $216m investment in regenerative agriculture

Clio Snacks hit with possible Listeria contamination

Ingredion introduces clean label texturisers made from citrus peel to US market

If there ever was a loaded term in the F&B sector, ‘clean’ is certainly a top contender

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Jellyfish could offer a sustainable alternative to synthesised antioxidants, study finds

India Focus: Beyond Snack banana chips, Unilever India beverage nutrition, trans-fat reduction progress and more feature in our round-up

What next for South Africa’s sugar tax?

Meet the ‘smart gaming nutrition’ start-up feeding newbies and eSports pros

Plant Based Foods Association takes multi-prong approach to identify, meet growing consumer demand for options including and beyond protein

Délifrance unpacks clean label

Innovating with freeze-dried ingredients while cleaning up labels

IFF opens culinary and sweet flavour labs in Denmark: ‘We’re creating the perfect environment for end-to-end product design’

PepsiCo, Kellogg’s and Grupo Bimbo again snag World’s Most Ethical Companies designation

ADM launches D2C ingredient range grown by underrepresented farmers using better-for-the-planet practices

PepsiCo’s launches APAC greenhouse accelerator to unearth sustainable packaging and climate answers

Tony the Tiger bows out as Kellogg’s tailors Variety Packs - targeted at kids - to be HFSS-compliant

PODCAST ‘The seal of approval that pushes baking boundaries’: Countdown for the search for Britain’s Best Loaf 2023

Judges put all four senses on high alert to root out Scotland’s best bakes, shortlist announced

‘Sustainable agriculture practices must triple in order to prevent climate change’: Using space to help food manufacturers meet consumer expectations

Kellogg Company splits into Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co.

The next-gen breads targeting weight loss, gut health, stress reduction, better sleep and boosted immunity

Scottish Vegan and RSPO Certified bakery ingredients specialist snapped up by KTC

Almonds can help brands innovate the next generation of clean label products

Puratos' Sparkalis invests in creator of disruptive innovations like a bee-free honey and an upcycled sweetener

Hershey launches plant-based milk chocolate into mainstream

Wildfarmed embarks on UK-wide tour to spread the regenerative message

Podcast: AcreMade poised to unscramble the egg shortage and skyrocketing prices with plant-based replacers

PepsiCo trails paper-based packaging for Walkers Baked

Messi comes knocking to help Lay’s fans ‘fight to reach your dream’

Better-for-you snacks: Join PepsiCo, KIND and Mission Ventures at Positive Nutrition 2023

Kellogg’s UK reaches gender parity target ahead of 2025 goal

Japanese snack giant to invest $1bn to boost growth in China and North America

PepsiCo Foundation and Doritos Solid Black sign up to elevate Black Changemakers

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