Opinion

Why CPGs are back-sliding on sustainability – and why it matters

The food industry made bold promises – on health, on sustainability, on transparency. But now, under pressure, many of those pledges are quietly being shelved. Editor-in-chief Jess Spiring exposes the rollback and explores what this retreat means for the...

Opinion

First Mars, now Ferrero: Why confectioners are betting big on snacks

It’s not a one-off. Confectionery giants want in on snacks, and here’s why

Making green affordable: Tackling the true cost of sustainable food packaging

Sustainable packaging is no longer a niche idea but making it affordable at scale remains a massive challenge. How will the Rethinking Materials Summit 2025 help turn breakthrough innovations in biochemicals and biomaterials into real-world solutions?

Reaching Net Zero

Could climate change strategies protect against geopolitical turmoil and tariff fallout?

Climate-forward strategies can protect more than the environment – they can safeguard businesses against widespread geopolitical fallout, including tariff-related threats to supply chains, funding freezes, reduced agricultural labor forces and...

Scientists closer to understanding ‘dessert stomach’ phenomenon

Researchers discover why feeling full can lead to sweet cravings. And the answer lies in a surprising place

Bolsonaro's controversial first weeks: What's in store for Brazil's food industry?

Brazil’s controversial president Jair Bolsonaro has got off to a controversial start, from disbanding the National Council of Food and Nutrition Security (CONSEA) to giving the agribusiness sector greater control over the Amazon in his first weeks in...