Global formula fallout: The crisis that’s redrawing an industry
The cereulide contamination crisis sent shockwaves through the global infant formula market, accelerating a sector‑wide reckoning on quality, transparency and brand resilience
Regulation
Climate risk isn’t just on the farm: the hidden infrastructure under threat
Industry needs to look beyond fields and factories to where climate change is hitting supply chain blind spots
Protein, probiotics and clean-label products top targets in new wave of CPG lawsuits
Law firms warn CPG clients to prepare for tougher scrutiny under MAHA-driven policies, Prop 65 claims and state-led investigations targeting ingredients, packaging and label language
France investigates infant deaths amid formula contamination
French prosecutors are investigating two infant deaths after babies were reported to have consumed formula linked to a global contamination recall
Nestlé and Lactalis face lawsuit over infant formula recall
The CPG majors are facing litigation for their handling of infant formula recalls over possible toxin contamination
When trust turns toxic: Mars exec jailed in $28m fraud case that exposed insider risk
Former Mars executive Paul Steed’s 63-month prison sentence for stealing more than $28m exposes how insider fraud can persist inside global food companies – and why scale can magnify risk
GLP-1s: Winners and losers in food and drink
The GLP-1 revolution will benefit some sectors and harm others
How the Dietary Guidelines may shape product strategy and development
The latest Dietary Guidelines may not reinvent the wheel, but they offer manufacturers a roadmap to balance nutrition, consumer preference and formulation strategy across sweeteners, grains and processed foods, according to one expert
Should ultra-processed foods be defined by what they’re not?
Foods that do not meet the definition of ‘non-ultra-processed’ are UPFs by default
Cyber attacks spike worldwide: 7 ways food and drink can fight back
Cyber crime is hitting food and drink hard, exposing just how quickly supply chains can break. What can industry do to protect itself?
EU-Mercosur: 6 takeaways for F&B
The landmark trade deal with the Latin American bloc will have long-lasting impacts on the food sector
Canada joins global movement on front-of-package food labels
New regulation mandates symbols on foods high in sodium, sugar or saturated fat, in effort to combat chronic disease
Food fraud cases surge worldwide as prevention efforts fail
A fresh wave of food fraud is sweeping the globe. What can be done to stop it
Trump removes coffee, beef, cocoa from tariff list
Consumer Brands Association urges further tariff rollbacks on products like palm oil and tin mill steel
Infant formula recall exposes gaps in food safety oversight
The botulism-linked recall of ByHeart powdered infant formula is sparking urgent debate over whether US food safety systems can respond quickly enough
SNAP funding shortfall puts pressure on food system as Instacart, retailers step in
With Congress gridlocked over SNAP funding, the food industry – from Instacart to grocery chains – is stepping in to keep families fed and stabilize supply chains
How big is the GLP-1 wave going to get, really?
As usage of weight loss medications surges and new therapies emerge, food businesses face a once-in-a-generation opportunity – or risk being left behind
California’s ultra-processed food ban could reshape school meals and national policy
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a landmark bill yesterday requiring the state to define UPF and eliminate the ‘most harmful’ ones from school meals over the next 10 years – a decisive action in sharp contrast to national efforts and political MAHA rhetoric
EUDR delay: Parliament pushes back
Lawmakers are beginning to voice opposition to any potential delay of the groundbreaking legislation
Why the GLP-1 boom won’t kill sugar reduction
Junk food cravings may ease with GLP-1 use, but people still want sweet foods
EUDR: Certified palm oil supports compliance in Netherlands
The RSPO’s partnership with the Dutch government gives it a key role in EUDR compliance
Trump administration lifts hurdles for immigrant farmworkers as harvest season peaks
Streamlined H-2A renewals promise to ease labor bottlenecks, though agriculture leaders say broader workforce reforms remain critical
How AI can help CPGs turn MAHA compliance into a strategic advantage
As companies brace for stricter guidelines under the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) campaign, AI is emerging as an essential ally in reformulation, risk management and consumer trust
GLP-1s may pose risk to athletes
By limiting food intake, athletes could lose out on essential nutrients they need for peak performance
Is food and drink failing the planet? Share your view now
The global food and drink industry’s biggest sustainability call to action has kicked off in the first month-long Sustainable September event
IFT FIRST 2025
4 trends at IFT FIRST sending food formulators back to the drawing board
Consumers want it all – nutrient-density, satiety, clean-label and fun – and ingredient innovators at IFT FIRST are helping brands meet their myriad demands with new options and boosted production
Sweeteners linked to early onset puberty
Both artificial and natural sweeteners could increase risk of premature puberty in kids
GLP-1s linked to cases of illness and death
Widespread cases of acute pancreatitis have been linked to the drugs
More CPG giants pledge to ditch synthetic dyes as pressure from consumers mounts
JM Smucker, Nestlé USA and Conagra Brands, Inc, join the growing list of large CPG food and beverage manufacturers – including Kraft Heinz and General Mills – committed to removing artificial colors from their products in the US
Why was the Green Claims Directive withdrawn?
The anti-greenwashing legislation would have put significant administrative burden on food
FDA moves shaping US food so far in 2025
From AI-powered inspections to bold regulatory shifts on dyes and sugar, FDA has made waves in 2025. Here are the most impactful stories shaping the future of food regulation
Canada U-turns on supply management policy protection
A bill that would make Canada’s supply management policy non-negotiable in trade talks is quickly progressing through parliament
US Food Waste Pact debuts new frontline employee toolkit
A new food waste reduction toolkit from the US Food Waste Pact shows frontline workers how small improvements in their daily work can have an outsized impact
How GLP-1 is transforming the future of food and beverage
GLP-1 is changing weight loss one injection at a time. But what do GLP-1 consumers want to eat and what’s behind their decision to ditch old fashioned diets?
India’s FSSAI to tighten licensing rules for ‘high risk’ products
Firms producing infant nutrition, packaged drinking water, and other “high-risk” items must obtain either a State or Central License that involves stricter compliance requirements.
How much deforestation do EUDR ‘high-risk’ countries actually have?
The four countries have varying levels of forest cover loss
What the latest high stakes cyberattack signals for the snack aisle
A $20m ransomware attack just rocked a major crypto firm but the warning isn’t just for tech. Food manufacturers are squarely in the crosshairs, too.
How can food and beverage guard against geopolitical dangers?
Global conflict is placing food production in jeopardy. What can industry do to protect itself?
Eco-friendly packaging boom in full force as corporates race for sustainability
Regulation and consumer pressure is pushing the industry to go green on packaging
Amazon-backed feed additive can boost milk, meat production while cutting methane
Hoofprint Biome’s solution naturally optimizes the rumen microbiome to produce less methane
USDA approves first state SNAP waiver to ban ‘junk food’ – dozens could follow despite industry warnings of ‘disruptions’ and unintended consequences
It begins: USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins yesterday signed the first of what could be several state waivers restricting the use of government funds by low-income residents to buy select “junk” foods and beverages, such as soda and candy
Exclusive: FDA’s ‘no questions’ letter for TurtleTree’s LF+ could accelerate adoption of precision-fermented lactoferrin into everyday nutrition
FDA’s acknowledgement of the safety of LF+ in functional foods, beverages and supplements will encourage more companies to use the animal-free lactoferrin beyond the applications of its bovine counterpart, which due to limited availability and high price...
Espresso Yourself … just not at Starbucks?
Starbucks is no longer the world’s most valuable restaurant brand, according to a new report from Brand Finance, a brand valuation consultancy. But is it still the number-one coffee spot?
Founders' Fundamentals
Surviving tariffs: How CPG startups can prepare for whatever comes next
CPG founders must think on their feet to work around tariff-induced supply chain disruptions, collaborating with co-manufacturers and ingredient suppliers on innovative solutions to business obstacles
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?
US increases EU food inventories ahead of tariffs
Some US businesses have stockpiled EU food and drink in a bid to increase short-term stability
Codex Alimentarius: The guidelines shaping global food safety policy
The FAO’s food guidelines work as the foundation for policy around the world
State vet downplays risk of bird flu in raw cheese, milk
A senior US animal health official has urged calmness over recent academic findings suggesting that ageing may not eliminate bird flu viruses from raw cheese
De-escalation: What EU tariff delay could mean for the global wine and spirits trade
The EU has delayed the introduction of retaliatory tariffs on American whiskey in the hope of de-escalating the trade war with the US
Dye-ing for a solution: How to reformulate without Red No. 3
The FDA’s decision to ban erythrosine is forcing brands to rethink how they achieve those signature red and pink hues. With the deadline fast approaching and natural alternatives in limited supply, are you prepared to make the switch - or will you be...