The snacking giant – along with other global giants – has committed to a $2bn initiative aimed at advancing gender equality and sustainability in agricultural supply chains. But can this ambitious collaboration truly reshape the future of agriculture...
Brands are reformulating to improve nutritional value and reduce or remove ‘unhealthy’ ingredient levels. But this is not always a vote winner with customers. Why?
Welch’s Fruit Snacks’ maker Promotion In Motion (PIM Brands) went too far in ads it intended to humorously highlight the difference between its fruit snacks and those of competitors, and should discontinue messages that suggest competing products are...
Can you imagine a world without Apple Crumble, Victoria Sponge or Lemon Drizzle? Del Monte and Fern Britton launch campaign to save cherished family recipes.
PepsiCo Foods North America (PFNA) is making major strides in addressing the digital literacy gap for American families – but how far can its investment go in unlocking lasting educational and economic opportunities for underserved communities?
Colorado-based Myna Snack’s latest launch is a prime example of how consumer input can drive successful product innovation. But just how effective is giving consumers a voice in NPD in staying competitive?
T. Hasegawa’s orange juice and cocoa powder replacers provide CPG companies with alternatives to these highly sought-after ingredients, as the flavor house focuses on research and development of alternative ways to deliver authentic taste experiences...
In a groundbreaking move for sustainability in the bakery and snacks industry, Daabon UK has introduced a world first: carbon-neutral organic palm oil. How will this innovation reshape ingredient sourcing and sustainability efforts in these sectors?
The Mexican bakery giant is using the power of running to make a global impact, donating over 3 million slices of bread to food banks through its Bimbo Global Race.
US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Madeleine Dean are the latest lawmakers to wade into the ongoing debate about corporate responsibility during inflationary periods. As the practice again comes under scrutiny, what lessons could bakery and snacks producers...
The palm oil and other agrifood sectors may have breathed a collective sigh of relief at the European Commission (EC) announcement that EUDR enforcement will be delayed – but experts are warning that the root problems are yet to be resolved.
Market seasonality typically means that cream availability improves in November and December as milk output increases and fresh demand softens – but demand for cheese is set to keep EU butterfat supplies tight.
As Halloween approaches, bakery and snack brands are conjuring up a range of spooky treats to delight consumers. Are you ready to sink your teeth into these frightfully delicious new products?
As the bakery and snack sectors seek more sustainable solutions, regenerative agriculture is emerging as a transformative force. Could adopting these eco-friendly farming practices help companies reduce their environmental impact while meeting the rising...
With the cooler weather trickling in, consumers are preparing for the upcoming fall and winter holiday season by cutting back expenses, as inflationary concerns linger, 84.51° reported in its September Digest.
The ongoing port strike along the US East and Gulf Coasts is wreaking havoc on the baking industry, threatening supply chains and driving up costs. The American Bakers Association has called on President Biden to step in.
Campbell’s recent decision to drop Soup from its name marks a bold shift in the company’s strategy as it expands its snack and meal offerings. What lessons can other snack producers take from this high-profile rebrand?
Mondelēz International has backed a fresh doughnut and pastry business that boasts custom-designed and patented air frying technology that significantly reduces sugar, fat and calories.
Babylife Organics is reducing the levels of heavy metals in baby food by carefully sourcing ingredients and committing to certified regenerative organic processes while providing caregivers an easy way to check arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury levels...
The acquisition of the Texas-based family-owned maker of Mexican-inspired snacks and foods marks a significant step for PepsiCo, aligning with its strategy to expand its health-conscious and multicultural offerings.
PepsiCo is reportedly nearing a major acquisition that could reshape the health-focused snacks sector. The rumored $1 billion deal, if finalized, would expand the snack giant's footprint in this fast-growing category.
South Africa’s snacks industry is feeling the squeeze as ‘load shedding’, inflation and shifting consumer preferences create unprecedented challenges. How are local producers adapting to stay afloat?
Consumers are shifting towards uncharted food and drink trends territories in 2025, as they straddle health and indulgence and make peace with new origins and ag-tech, including GM.
Food manufacturers in India have been mandated to increase the boldness and font size of product nutritional information such as total sugar, salt and saturated fat on product labels.
