Kraft Heinz split announcement expected within days
A major split could be announced this week, reshaping the food giant and unlocking billions in value
Brands & manufacturers
What makes a GLP-1-friendly yogurt drink? Danone tells all
By formulating a dairy drink that specifically caters for weight loss medication users, Danone has set a new standard with Oikos Fusion
Mars-Kellanova deal in jeopardy as Commission ‘stops the clock’
European Commission pauses review of $35.9bn Kellanova deal, citing “missing information”
Hershey warns tariffs and higher cocoa costs will take a toll in back half of 2025
The sweets and snacks giant trimmed its outlook for the full year despite surging second quarter sales as it braces for the full impact of potential tariffs and higher cocoa costs
Kraft Heinz CEO responds to split rumours
Kraft Heinz considering $20bn spin-off that would reshape the grocery industry
Grupo Bimbo: The $20bn bakery giant turning processed food on its head
With 99% of its portfolio now additive-free and a strategy built for a world turning against ultra-processed foods, the Mexican company is quietly reshaping the global food game
PepsiCo’s ‘permissible portfolio’ plays prominently in plans for future growth
PepsiCo leans into zero sugar, functional hydration and clean-label snacks as it refreshes marketing, innovation and execution to drive growth amid economic headwinds
Mood munchies: What’s really driving snack time?
Research reveals that emotional drivers like stress, boredom and the need for comfort are shaping America’s snacking habits just as much as health or nutrition
Rise of the fermented insect loaf: Mexico’s bold answer to the protein crisis
While insect-fortified bread isn’t new, a new Mexican study breaks ground with a world-first fermentation process that makes grasshopper flour more nutritious, digestible and delicious
MILO at 75: Exclusive behind-the-scenes look at iconic Nestlé brand
Explore how Nestlé’s MILO is made with rare behind-the-scenes access and exclusive insights into its production, branding, and legacy in Asia
2025’s biggest food & drink M&A deals so far
From billion-dollar beverage buyouts to bold wellness bets, 2025’s food and drink M&A deals reveal what’s shaping the future of the industry
Ferrero reportedly closing in on $3bn Kellogg takeover
Italy’s Ferrero is nearing a deal to buy WK Kellogg in the US, sources say
Latin America’s potato chip warning labels could shape global snack policy
Research by Colombian scientists finds front-of-pack messages are influencing snack choices, echoing earlier efforts to curb sugary drink consumption across the region and potentially shaping global labelling policy
Unilever slams Ben & Jerry’s lawsuit
Unilever wants to throw out B&J’s explosive case, which includes allegations of censorship and firing its CEO
Perfetti eyes growth in global travel retail refreshment confectionery
Perfetti van Melle is pursuing a larger slice of the global travel retail refreshment confectionery market, with a focus on flavour innovation and impulse purchases
Sweets & Snacks Expo
Inside Mondelēz’s data-driven approach to omnichannel agility
Director of Omnichannel Growth Jillian Durojaiye shares how the CPG giant activates around consumer preferences across digital and physical retail touchpoints
Big Interview
Unilever’s food sustainability chief on proving regen ag works
The next big challenge for regenerative farming? Proving it’s making a difference
From candy giant to snacking powerhouse: the new Mars playbook
With an ambitious growth target for the next five years, vice president of new innovation territories at Mars, Greg Hocking, explains how it’ll achieve it through fun formats, functionality and fostering sustainable start-ups
Truce reached after Mondelēz haunts GHOST with lawsuit
The snack giant accused the flavor collab kings of breach of contract. Now the two companies have come to an agreement, with GHOST eyeing “exciting new flavors”— sans Mondelēz.
Nestlé’s big bet on ‘super premium’ baby formula
The food giant hopes its new infant formula will help power growth
Fonterra’s consumer arm posts 103% profit increase
Hurrell says ‘it’s the right choice’ to sell the co-op’s consumer business, which recorded the highest YoY operating profit increase across the group in FY25 Q3
CP Foods sees ‘optimistic’ 2025 ahead after 642% profits surge
CP Foods is confident its ongoing local production strategy will boost FY2025 sales even amidst ongoing uncertainties, after seeing a 642% surge in profits in Q1
MAHA commission points finger at ultra processed foods for children’s poor health
The Make America Healthy Again commission’s highly-anticipated first report published May 22 blames “the rise in childhood chronic disease” in part on “excessive consumption” of ultra-processed food, “distorted nutrition research and marketing” and...
Kraft Heinz packaging challenge winner revealed
The winner of a major, global packaging innovation competition headed by Kraft Heinz has been announced
Big-name brands drop their chocolate volume predictions
Barry Callebaut, Mondelēz International and Hershey International rethink production strategies to manage the cocoa crisis
Labelling the problem: ‘Front-of-pack interpretive warning labels are not the magic bullet’
The FDA wants to put new warning-style nutrition labels on the front of food packages to help fight America’s obesity crisis. But is there any real evidence that such labels actually work?
PepsiCo’s sunflower oil pivot could upend snack sourcing
PepsiCo is now sourcing sunflower oil from regenerative farms in Argentina through a landmark partnership with Syngenta. Could this signal a broader shift in how snack makers think about sustainable procurement?
From Lilo & Stitch Spam to Danimals partnership with Olympian: Unwrapping the latest collabs
Recent brand collaborations highlight health and connection
Bon Bon Bum kicks off US expansion with bold football partnership and playful flavour campaign
Colombian lollipop brand Bon Bon Bum enters the US market with its first nationwide campaign, tapping Gen Z taste trends
Record Q1: Bimbo’s balancing act pays off
The Mexican bakery giant posted record Q1 sales by straddling a divided market - offsetting US softness with sharp growth in Latin America. From budget loaves to premium brioche, Bimbo is playing both ends to keep its global edge
Price and NPD drive Mondelēz revenues up but volume and profit slide
Mondelēz International has beaten expectations in its Q1 report, but volumes and profits are down
Kraft Heinz hit by tariff volatility as sales slide and forecasts cut
The Heinz Tomato Ketchup maker is facing a turbulent market, with sales and volumes plunging
Unilever’s emerging markets performance ‘has to improve’ as Q1 disappoints
A slowdown in LATAM and other emerging markets impacted the group’s turnover in Q1 2025 - but Ice Cream delivered growth, again
PepsiCo readies for food dye and SNAP changes, amid Q1 2025 slowdown
PepsiCo is removing artificial food dyes from its products ahead of an HHS and FDA 2026 deadline, while trade tensions drag volumes down further for its North American snack and beverage
Dubai chocolate craze causes global pistachio shortage and scams
Pistachio prices have risen as demand for trendy Dubai chocolate spikes, sending supplies of the nut down
Why investors are hungry for mission-driven snack startups
Investors are increasingly finding the sweet spot in startups that blend snacking with social and environmental purpose
Snacking gets personal: How to profit from Mondelēz’s ‘Little Treat’ revolution
Consumers aren’t just hungry - they’re emotionally invested and turning to snacks for comfort, mood boosts and everyday indulgence. Is your brand ready to tap into this powerful shift in snacking behaviour?
Cell-cultured meat gains traction with regulatory wins and scaleups
Cultivated meat and fat edge closer to scale and shelves worldwide
Mondelēz remains positive despite tariff uncertainty
Policymakers and businesses steel themselves against the turbulence of on-again, off-again tariff barriers
Future Food Tech San Francisco
NotCo opens access to its game-changing AI technology to speed product innovation
Innovating packaged foods and beverages traditionally takes two to three years from concept to shelf, but companies are under pressure to launch products more quickly and with lower costs, a challenge NotCo says its AI technology can solve
Complex challenges: Coca-Cola’s plastic footprint continues to grow
Coca-Cola’s plastic use continues to grow - despite a clear opportunity to change, says international ocean advocacy organisation Oceana.
Addressing UPFs ‘not main focus for food majors’ like Mondelēz and Ferrero
Companies are instead focusing on HFSS, says industry association head
Prinova invests in LatAm with Aplinova purchase
The purchase of the Brazilian company was driven by increasing consumer demand for functional ingredients
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Flavor trends: How to balance authenticity and access when introducing global dishes
Consumers say they want adventurous new flavors and international cuisine, but many are hesitant to try something unfamiliar – creating a ‘conundrum’ for manufacturers and marketers introducing global flavors
From zero to hero: How Keurig Dr Pepper has sprung onto the energy drink scene
Just three years ago, KDP’s share in energy was close to zero. In 2025, it expects more than $1bn in retail sales from energy brands: with its energy portfolio led by the hot acquisition of Ghost Energy.
How Mondelēz International is using AI to maximise product innovation
From production and supply chain optimisation, to marketing and consumer engagement, AI transforming the confectionery sector. Here’s how
Can Coca-Cola Zero conquer a country hooked on sugar?
Mexico is one of the highest consumers of sugary beverages in the world. Can Coca-Cola Zero win over consumers in the country and across Latin America?
‘An exciting time’: Kerry North America CEO on taste and nutrition focus, GLP-1, and what’s next for dairy
We speak to Kerry North America CEO John Cahalane to find out more about the company’s renewed strategy at a time when consumer focus on health and nutrition is reaching a new high
UPFs: The front-of-pack battle brewing in the snack aisle
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) face mounting scrutiny as regulators push for transparency. Will front-of-pack labelling drive real change or just add red tape?
Oterra to boost Asia production, push ‘bold innovations’
Natural colours manufacturer Oterra is boosting its production capacity in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region while continuing to create “bold innovations” based on its latest survey findings.