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      <title><![CDATA[Arctic Coffee owner sees hit to revenue after tough year for dairy sector]]></title>
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      <title><![CDATA[Canadian dairy groups urge Government to protect food sovereignty in US trade talks]]></title>
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      <title><![CDATA[Louis Dreyfus Company targets pea protein off-notes with new isolate ]]></title>
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      <title><![CDATA[The frozen dessert aisle’s next growth driver isn’t protein – it’s discovery]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The future of frozen treats may depend less on convincing consumers to view these desserts as a health food and more on helping them find products that fit the occasion they already have in mind.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Saputo sells UK dairy division to Lactalis]]></title>
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      <title><![CDATA[Private label goes premium as brands fight to keep up]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Private label is shedding its budget image as retailers invest in premium ingredients, innovation and branding. Discover how premium own-label products are reshaping consumer perceptions, driving growth across food and beverage categories, and challenging established brands for shopper loyalty.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:30:03 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The new sustainability playbook starts with suppliers]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The future of sustainable food may lie less with brands and more with their suppliers, which are investing in regenerative agriculture, traceability and climate-smart infrastructure to build more transparent and resilient supply chains.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:19:06 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Gay Lea Foods invests $200m to boost cottage cheese production amid Canadian shortage]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:03:10 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Global cheese market set to reach $328bn as consumer tastes evolve]]></title>
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      <title><![CDATA[UK dairy farmers face worsening skills shortage ]]></title>
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      <title><![CDATA[PPWR: 6 things manufacturers need to know]]></title>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Augustus Bambridge-Sutton]]></dc:creator>
      <description><![CDATA[The EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is applicable from 12 August. The regulation introduces PFAS limits, aims to harmonise recycling and pushes for packaging to be designed for recyclability. The regulation may be costly, but the EU predicts that it will lead to long-term savings. ]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Unilever, Thai Union urge collaborative yet transferable sustainability]]></title>
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        <media:description type="plain"><![CDATA[Unilever and Thai Union highlight the importance of keeping CSR solutions collaborative yet global]]></media:description>
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      <title><![CDATA[The a2 Milk Company’s new research findings to drive US growth, innovation pipeline]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[New Zealand firm The a2 Milk Company’s recently released research results are set to drive growth in the US market and shape its innovation pipeline]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:19:06 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Gut health made Yakult famous. Now it must prove it can stay relevant]]></title>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Bethan Grylls, Thomas West]]></dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:49:07 +0000</pubDate>
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        <media:description type="plain"><![CDATA[Yakult's core portfolio, including Original, Balance and Plus]]></media:description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Why China should matter to every alt protein company]]></title>
      <link>https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2026/08/11/why-china-should-matter-to-every-alt-protein-company/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=RSS</link>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pearly Neo]]></dc:creator>
      <description><![CDATA[Here’s why all alternative protein companies globally need to factor China in their production strategy to scale, compete and reduce costs ]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:55:03 +0000</pubDate>
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        <media:description type="plain"><![CDATA[ All alternative protein companies globally need to factor China in their production strategy]]></media:description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Who really makes the world’s fastest-growing private label foods?]]></title>
      <link>https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2026/08/10/private-labels-global-rise-is-reshaping-food-manufacturing/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=RSS</link>
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      <description><![CDATA[Why is private label growing globally?
 Private label products continue to gain market share as consumers seek value and retailers look for higher margins, greater control over supply chains and stronger differentiation from competitors. In some Western European markets, private label now accounts for more than half of supermarket sales.

Where are private label products made?
 Most private label manufacturing remains close to end markets, particularly in the US and Europe, where domestic suppliers can respond quickly to retailer demands. However, countries including China, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam are becoming increasingly important manufacturing hubs thanks to competitive costs, export capabilities and growing technical expertise.

Which regions are emerging as private label powerhouses?
 Europe remains the global leader in private label penetration, while Southeast Asia is attracting growing interest from retailers and brand owners seeking alternative sourcing locations. Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam are particularly well positioned due to strong agricultural supply chains, export infrastructure and food manufacturing capabilities.

What does this mean for food and drink manufacturers?
 The growth of private label is creating opportunities across the supply chain, from ingredient suppliers and co-packers to specialist manufacturers. At the same time, competition is intensifying as retailers increasingly demand innovation, premium products and faster product development from their manufacturing partners.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:25:02 +0000</pubDate>
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        <media:description type="plain"><![CDATA[Where in the world makes the most private label food and drink?]]></media:description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Functional drinks boom, but can brands prove they actually work?]]></title>
      <link>https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2026/08/10/can-functional-drinks-deliver-on-their-health-claims/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=RSS</link>
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      <description><![CDATA[What are functional drinks?
 Functional drinks are beverages designed to provide benefits beyond hydration, such as supporting gut health, energy, recovery, relaxation, immunity or cognitive performance. Popular categories include protein drinks, electrolyte beverages, probiotic and prebiotic products, and drinks containing vitamins, minerals, adaptogens or nootropics.

Why is the market growing?
 Consumers increasingly view wellness as a daily priority and are looking for convenient products that support specific health goals. As a result, brands are developing drinks that target hydration, digestion, muscle health, focus, stress management and sleep.

Can functional drinks actually deliver health benefits?
 Many functional ingredients are supported by scientific research, but effectiveness depends on factors such as dosage, formulation and the quality of evidence behind a claim. Industry experts increasingly argue that successful products will be those built around science-backed benefits rather than marketing hype.

What challenges do beverage brands face?
 Regulators in major markets including the EU, UK and US are scrutinising health claims more closely. Brands must ensure claims are supported by credible evidence and communicated accurately, while also delivering on consumer expectations for taste, convenience and transparency.

Which functional drink categories are growing fastest?
 High-growth areas include protein beverages, gut-health drinks, electrolyte products, cognition-support beverages and relaxation drinks containing ingredients such as magnesium, adaptogens and botanicals associated with stress management.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:41:52 +0000</pubDate>
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        <media:description type="plain"><![CDATA[Functional has to serve across the experience spectrum.]]></media:description>
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      <title><![CDATA[GLP-1s could be linked to more than 150 deaths]]></title>
      <link>https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2026/08/10/glp-1s-may-be-linked-to-more-than-150-deaths/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=RSS</link>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Augustus Bambridge-Sutton]]></dc:creator>
      <description><![CDATA[GLP-1 drugs including semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide may be linked to more than 150 deaths and thousands of adverse reactions, according to the UK's Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), specifically data collected by its Yellow Card biobank. Alongside deaths, the drugs are suspected of having been linked to gastrointestinal symptoms, psychiatric disorders and nervous system disorders. ]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:26:19 +0000</pubDate>
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        <media:description type="plain"><![CDATA[More than 150 deaths have been reported after people have used GLP-1s. ]]></media:description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Could soaring whey prices make infant formula even more expensive?]]></title>
      <link>https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2026/08/10/whey-price-could-put-pressure-on-infant-formula/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=RSS</link>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Buckingham]]></dc:creator>
      <description><![CDATA[The price of whey is still rising. How much could this affect the production of baby formula, which often uses whey as several key nutrients for babies are contained within it?]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:20:16 +0000</pubDate>
      <category>Ingredients</category>
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        <media:description type="plain"><![CDATA[Could whey price rises threaten infant formula?]]></media:description>
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