Nestlé Russia vows to continue despite state intervention
Nestlé Russia to continue operations under state-appointed management after Kremlin seized control of assets
Regulation & safety
When food marketing slips into misinformation
New EU-funded research reveals how vague claims, hidden sponsorships and emotive content can mislead consumers – and where producers risk crossing the line
5 ways the EU is transforming food and agriculture
The EU is committing to food innovation and boosting the adoption of new technologies
Recyclability rules could make flexible plastics more expensive for producers
Rules designed to rate the recyclability of packaging could see many producers facing higher Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) fees, suggests new analysis by the international circular economy specialist, Reconomy.
More than just money: South Korea proposes record dairy budget, but farmers seek stronger safeguards
South Korea’s dairy farmers have welcomed a record 2027 dairy budget but say further policy reforms are needed to safeguard domestic production
Carlsberg Britvic and Danone spearhead calls for mandatory health reporting in UK
Carlsberg Britvic and Danone North Europe are two of the leading food and drink manufacturers that have backed calls for mandatory health reporting.
Baby food still has a sugar problem
Sugar is still a burning issue in baby food. New research suggests many popular products are high in free sugars, while campaigners and nutrition experts say voluntary guidelines are falling short
Allulose-containing products claiming zero sugar threatened with growing litigation
A wave of proposed class actions targeting “zero sugar” and “sugar free” claims is putting allulose-containing products in the crosshairs, following a pivotal Seventh Circuit ruling involving Chobani
Irish buffalo cheese firm issues urgent recall due to Listeria
An Irish manufacturer of buffalo cheese has recalled two products following the detection of Listeria monocytogenes.
PPWR PFAS limits: How to keep ‘forever chemicals’ out of packaging
PFAS limits have been introduced in the EU’s flagship packaging regulation
Canadian dairy groups urge Government to protect food sovereignty in US trade talks
Dairy groups in Canada have urged the Government to defend the sovereignty of its food production while in negotiations with the US.
GLP-1s could be linked to more than 150 deaths
Data on the drugs’ side-effects has highlighted potential risks
FDA’s UPF definition may lack legal force, but not policy impact
The agency’s decision to submit a white paper rather than a proposed rule limits its legal force but could still influence voluntary reformulation, front-of-pack labeling and future federal food policy
Retailers rethink SNAP strategy as enrollment and spending decline
As SNAP enrollment shrinks, retailers rethink value, convenience and e-commerce
Scottish dairy pulls milk over fears of vet medicines
Vet medicines may be present in some products, the dairy has warned
Plant drink boom sparks new fight against bacterial spores
A group has moved on plant-based drinks, challenging the market’s safety
How heatwaves make it harder to keep food cool
High temperatures put pressure on cold chain storage but there are ways to ease it
FDA and USDA face three-way fight over UPF definition
Should UPFs be defined by processing, ingredients or nutrition – or a combination of all three?
Inside the whey protein bottleneck: How processors can find more capacity
Amid booming demand for protein, how can dairy processors unlock capacity without expanding plants?
The coming UPF regulation revolution
The regulatory landscape surrounding ultra-processed foods is changing rapidly. Here’s what has already happened, what’s coming next and why manufacturers should be paying attention
‘The media’s bad guy’: Creatine in need of an education refresh, say experts
Social media misinformation is blurring the line between supplements like creatine and controversial performance-enhancing drugs, making it harder for young people and parents to make informed decisions.
Nutri-Score in the dock: Why Lactalis is taking it to court
The front-of-pack labelling scheme is facing a legal challenge over its algorithm changes
NPA engages Texas AG’s office amid ongoing protein powder probe
The Natural Products Association (NPA) met with representatives of the Texas attorney general’s office last week to discuss the state’s industry-wide investigation into protein powder manufacturers.
Can Ebola disrupt coffee prices and stocks?
The border closure between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo has raised concerns over potential disruption to coffee trade - but is there a risk to global coffee prices?
Why dairy can’t ignore methane disclosure anymore
Regulation and investor pressure are slowly turning up the heat on dairy majors to report, disclose and reduce their GHG emissions
Top tips to avoid trade mark infringement at the 2026 World Cup
Even social media is a danger zone... avoid an own goal with advice from top IP firm, Withers & Rogers
FDA clears key hurdle for animal-free dairy protein
FDA’s acknowledgment of GRAS notice puts Formo and Those Vegan Cowboys one step away from a no-questions letter
From cereulide to botulism: Exposing the fault lines in infant nutrition safety
From recalled product remaining on shelves to weak marketing guidance, regulatory gaps across infant nutrition remain stark
Regenerative agriculture’s core tensions unpacked
Regenerative agriculture is gaining momentum – but what does it really mean, how should claims and practices be audited, and how can producers and industry fairly share the value it creates?
Horizon Organic plays down impact of multi-state milk recall
The largest US organic dairy brand pulled thousands of flavoured milk cases across four states
HMO infant formulas: Regulatory developments to drive NPD and affordability
The growing number of regulatory approvals for human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) in infant formulas is set to fuel product innovation and drive more affordable pricing in the long run.
FDA’s largest infant formula test yet finds ‘low’ contaminants – but no new rules
FDA’s infant formula test found mostly trace contaminants, but without standards, enforcement or pre‑market testing, the data leaves critical questions unanswered
Defining grass‑fed: How standards shape credibility
As grass-fed becomes table stakes, attention is settling on how definitions underpin credibility with customers and support resilience in global markets
SNAP restrictions are reshaping sugary food purchases
Ibotta data shows states prohibiting the use of SNAP funds to buy ‘unhealthy’ products are reshaping sugary beverage and snack demand
Rethinking raw milk: How Mossgiel’s brewed milk bridges flavour and food safety
As raw milk demand grows, a Scottish farmer delivers raw‑style milk without the safety risks. Could brewed milk be the sourdough of dairy?
Danone’s Mead Johnson decision: Timing, risk and opportunity
This isn’t the first time Danone has contemplated a Mead Johnson acquisition. Can a deal happen this time?
Infant formula recall: Is there a future for cereulide‑tainted ARA oil?
Contaminated ARA oil led to a global infant formula recall in early 2026. Now, new R&D work suggests there could be a way to make affected ingredients safe to use again
The next generation of GLP-1 drugs: and how they’ll reshape food and beverage again
The GLP-1 phenomenon is only just getting started: what are the next drugs set to hit the market - and are F&B manufacturers ready for the shift?
Danone’s Alpro blocked by dairy label ruling
Dairy naming restrictions have claimed another casualty, with a big-name oat drink brand losing its marketing fight
EUDR: Is cloud cover a problem for compliance?
Satellites provide long-term data on land use
New infant formula debuts with elevated testing as safety concerns shake category
Little Spoon’s stricter sourcing and voluntary testing standards highlight the widening gap between emerging safety expectations and the infant formula industry’s recent failures
Opinion
Cereulide in infant formula: a wake-up call for food safety
Hidden toxins can slip through even the safest food systems. The recent cereulide incident shows why manufacturers must rethink what they monitor
Farm Bill moves closer to House floor after committee vote
The 2026 Farm Bill moves out of committee amid bipartisan support, industry praise and mounting consumer and environmental pushback.
Emergency checks imposed on China amid infant formula crisis
New food safety measures and stricter border checks are coming for China
At what point does ‘transparency’ become operational chaos?
In the US, the drive for ingredient transparency is beginning to feel less like steady progress and more like a stress test for the modern food system
Cereulide in infant formula: 6 revelations in 24 hours
The infant formula contamination crisis continues to unfold. Here’s what we’ve learnt since yesterday
When infant formula contamination triggers a recall, who pays?
Global formula recalls expose multiple players to financial risk - but which parts of the supply chain bear the biggest losses?
FDA eases ‘no artificial colors’ labeling rules, paves way for natural color adoption
FDA eases ‘no artificial colors’ claims, but ambiguity over ‘petroleum-based dyes’ leaves manufacturers cautious
Nestlé backs global cereulide standards as recalls grow
The Swiss major has joined calls for harmonized safety standards on cereulide, the toxin at the center of a major infant formula recall