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Researchers from Germany are paving the way for the future of exceptional gluten-free bakes. Pic: GettyImages

Next gen of gluten-free bakery: Scientists take new approach to replicate gluten properties

German researchers are using new, tailormade proteins to stabilise the interface between gas bubbles and dough.

Snacks are an essential component of summer fun. Pic: GettyImages

'Tell me more, tell me more': Summer loving with the US Snack Index

The first-ever joint Frito-Lay x Quaker US Summer Snack Index shines a light on the snacking supernova and the evolving consumer preferences and habits that will enhance summer experiences.

Wenzel's Farm is celebrating 72 years of making handcrafted meat snacks. Pic: Wenzel's Farm

Wenzel’s Farm celebrates 75th anniversary with Jocelyn & Chris concert

The Wisconsin-based small batch meat snacks producer is inviting the public to help mark its 75th Anniversary at a free-to-attend music concert by the chart-topping duo in August.

The new ‘value’ shopper considers more than just price when balancing their grocery budget

As food prices remain stubbornly high year-over-year, consumers are becoming more sophisticated in how they manage their grocery budgets – allowing them to expand their definition of value beyond the historic combination of price, quantity and quality,...

Boomer time: Time to target food and beverages at older consumers

There’s a big opportunity for the food and beverage industry to launch products and ingredients formulated help meet the specific nutritional requirements of older consumers and help them stay healthier for longer, the recent FoodNavigator Positive Nutrition...

Confetti Snacks has noted differing preferences among consumers in the East and West, as it looks to introduce new flavours and products. ©Confetti Snacks

Upcycling upside: Singapore’s Confetti Snacks in talks with Walmart and Target as collaboration with Dole and Disney lays on the horizon

Singapore-based Confetti Snacks’ fruitful venture in the US has given the firm a better understanding of differing consumer demands in the East and West, as well as a boost for its APAC expansion ambitions.

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Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to put the UK's obesity crisis at the top of his party's agenda when it comes to power, meaning restrictions on HFSS treats. Pic: GettyImages

‘Not in Britain’: The future of HFSS snacks under a Labour government

Incredo rebrands after securing $30 million to upscale ‘game-changer’ sugar alternative

The excitement of flavour is driving trial in the snack category, reinforcing the idea that consumers are willing to take risks and opening an opportunity for brands to pull out all the stops. Pic: GettyImages

The emerging flavour trends in the salty snacks category

Basco's bread baskets can potentially be recycled 400 times, meaning the raw plastic can be used more times before going to landfill. Pic: Bakers Basco

Bakers Basco seals deal with Counterplas to produce 1.5m climate-first bread baskets

Beneo's new scFOS variant gives bakery manufacturers more variety and increased potential to offer products with less sugar to meet the high demand. Pic: GettyImages

Sugar out, fibre in: Beneo’s sugar reducer meets high consumer demand for ‘healthy indulgent’ bakery treats

Next gen of gluten-free bakery: Scientists take new approach to replicate gluten properties

'Tell me more, tell me more': Summer loving with the US Snack Index

Wenzel’s Farm celebrates 75th anniversary with Jocelyn & Chris concert

The new ‘value’ shopper considers more than just price when balancing their grocery budget

Boomer time: Time to target food and beverages at older consumers

Upcycling upside: Singapore’s Confetti Snacks in talks with Walmart and Target as collaboration with Dole and Disney lays on the horizon

Walkers rolls-out ‘bagless’ multipacks for Snack A Jacks in new trial

Trucking legislation that could ease supply chain challenges advances in House

UK government sets out to revamp wine regulations

‘How many male chicks would not have to suffer culling as a result?’ - Study shows that chick eggs can be sexed by scent

Turmeric may improve post-exercise recovery in elite athletes, study suggests

Are you producing the world’s best steak?

‘Not in Britain’: The future of HFSS snacks under a Labour government

Incredo rebrands after securing $30 million to upscale ‘game-changer’ sugar alternative

The emerging flavour trends in the salty snacks category

Electrifying crisp production: PepsiCo overcomes green energy storage issue with thermal battery tech

Free webinar: A look at dairy innovations, from precision fermentation to functional ingredients

Bakers Basco seals deal with Counterplas to produce 1.5m climate-first bread baskets

Sugar out, fibre in: Beneo’s sugar reducer meets high consumer demand for ‘healthy indulgent’ bakery treats

Trendspotting in 2023: From the UK's largest branded tortilla wrap to the free from brand that is supporting safer snacking in schools

Healthy snacking through the cost-of-living crisis

Cherry blossom, matcha and yuzu: Heavenly Desserts unveils mocktail menu inspired by springtime in Japan

Has indulgence taken a backseat to healthy snacking?

Maple adds the sweet spot to bakery

Can Artificial Intelligence solve cocoa’s sustainability problems?

PepsiCo’s Impacto is changing the lives of Hispanic SMMEs

Study finds plant-based egg replacer reduces bakery carbon footprint by 72%

Rapeseed cake can be altered to become an alternative protein source, study shows

Novozymes’ newest biosolution adds prized trifecta of characteristics to bread

Baker & Baker signs up with Fareshare to redistribute bakery products to British families in need

Pearl Milling Company to award $1m in 2023 to nonprofits championing Black American women

Grupo Bimbo continues acquisition strategy despite lower Q1 profit

More smiles and a brighter future: Frito-Lay expedites pep+ net-zero emissions goal

General Mills, Cargill, DSM, et al double down efforts to address the challenges facing Africa

Trendspotting in 2023: From a food-as-medicine Superloaf to a vegan Confetti Traybake especially for Allergy Awareness Week

Frito-Lay’s first third-party EV delivery shoots to eliminate 180,000+ gasoline-powered miles from Californian roads

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