Inside the rise of the world’s biggest ice cream company
It’s official: a new independent giant now rules the ice cream world. We explore the €8bn Magnum Co’s journey to the top
Manufacturers
Premier Protein’s playbook for holding the lead when a category takes off
The hardest part about winning a new category isn’t getting there first – it’s surviving the stampede that follows, as illustrated by BellRing Brands’ aggressive growth strategy for convenient nutrition leader Premier Protein
From casein to colors: Mars’ vision for precision fermentation
From proteins to dyes and sweeteners, the CPG major is betting big on the technology: here’s why
Mars Snacking’s methane playbook: Lessons from Bovaer and a focus on next-gen tech
Paying premiums alone isn’t enough to get producers to embrace sustainability, Mars Snacking’s VP of R&D says as he reflects on emerging methane mitigation solutions and the Bovaer fallout
Emmi Group acquires The English Cheesecake Company
Emmi will play in the lucrative UK retail desserts sector in addition to foodservice
Up the food chain
Oatly’s strategy: Driving plant-based milk’s growth through taste, creativity and sustainability
How Oatly’s North American president Helge Weitz uses his CPG and real-world restaurant experience to map the firm’s US reset
Pioneers
Pioneers: Painterland Sisters on cultivating growth through authenticity
“Our story is at the heart of every cup of yogurt...”
How a small-batch ice cream brand brought its homegrown roots to retailers nationwide
Nightingale Ice Cream’s premium ice cream sandwiches adds Target to its roster of national retailers
Danone’s east-meets-west strategy for gut health and longevity
Modern science drives Danone’s innovations, yet the company is also looking to ancient traditions around the world to understand how different cultures nurture gut health
Ben & Jerry’s pro-Gaza ice cream blocked by directors
If Ben & Jerry’s can’t make a ‘Peace for Palestine’ flavoured ice cream, co-founder Ben Cohen will make it himself
What Unilever can learn from Froneri’s success in ice cream
The Magnum Ice Cream Company’s biggest global rival has gone from strength to strength in the face of market challenges – here’s how the Nestlé co-owned company drives growth
Hellmann’s and Knorr show food still has life at Unilever
Despite major moves away from categories like plant-based meat and ice cream, food remains central to Unilever’s business
Nestlé targets 18 underperformers in major marketing and efficiency push
“What we’re doing is working but it’s not good enough,” CEO Philipp Navratil told investors during the CPG major’s Q3 FY25 results presentation
Chobani hits back at Danone in trademark infringement case
Danone is ‘weaponizing’ the law to hurt Chobani’s ‘superior’ position in RTD coffee, according to a motion to dismiss filed by La Colombe’s owner
How worrying is Nestlé’s methane backtrack?
The food giant’s hushed departure from a global methane-reduction alliance raises concerns about corporate climate fatigue and the future of collective sustainability efforts
Oatly goes oat-o-matic with plant-based milk for push-button machines
Forget Barista: enter BaristaMatic, Oatly’s answer to the foodservice industry’s problem with plant-based drinks
Nestlé’s Q3 results: What to look forward to
The CPG major will report its nine-month financials later this week – here’s what to look forward to
Lactalis is paying a hefty premium in NZ$4.22bn Fonterra deal
The French multi-national will unlock strategic synergies through the acquisition Down Under and beyond: but the price tag may be too high, according to financial advisors
Why Kerry exited hybrid dairy and pivoted Smug to snacking
Once heralded as a category disruptor, Kerry’s hybrid dairy brand Smug is being reinvented into a 100% dairy affair. Here’s why
Healthy Snacking Trends
Redefining snacking: How Bel is turning everyday snacks into nutritional powerhouses
New survey shows Americans snack daily but miss key nutrition goals – Bel aims to close the gap with portion-controlled, playful and nutrient-rich snacks
Fonterra’s big year fuels protein, butter and cheese push
Shareholder returns rose 30%+ in FY25 but forecast earnings have taken a hit due to Mainland Group’s proposed divestment
Pioneers
Pioneers: Sourmilk’s Elan Halpern on crafting ‘the most functional’ probiotic yogurt
Not all yogurt is the same - but Sourmilk’s two-ingredient product is a functional powerhouse, the company’s co-founder tells us
Yili H1 financials buoyed by ice cream, milk powder amid profit pressure
Yili has posted resilient H1 results as ice cream and milk powder sales drive growth, cushioning impact from broader dairy sector headwinds
‘Heartbroken’ Ben & Jerry’s founder steps down over brand’s ‘silencing’
Jerry Greenfield leaves the company he co-founded half a century ago after claiming Unilever has ‘silenced’ the brand’s social mission and independence
Nestlé chairman Paul Bulcke resigns amid CEO scandal
Nestlé fast-tracks leadership change following investor pressure
Ben & Jerry’s has been ‘silenced’ by Unilever - and wants a divorce
As Unilever prepares to spin off its ice cream business, one of its biggest brands wants out
New flavours won’t cut it: Inside Magnum Co’s innovation playbook
Unilever’s soon-to-be-demerged business is committed to growing the ice cream market, and innovation will play a major role
Rabobank Global Dairy Top 20: Big shifts brewing amid M&A activity
Rabobank’s annual list has few surprises this year but pending M&A activity may spell major changes in 2026
Kraft Heinz split confirmed
The food giant will split into two focused companies - one global, one domestic - in a bid to simplify operations and unlock brand potential
Nestlé’s CEO scandal: What now?
Laurent Freixe has been dismissed over conduct violation - here’s everything you need to know
Pioneers
Pioneers: How Alec’s Ice Cream reinvented better-for-you ice cream
By combining taste, sustainable credentials and nutritional goodness, Alec’s Ice Cream has taken the category by storm. Founder Alec Jaffe tells us what’s next
‘Knowing, calculated, and systematic’: Danone takes aim at Chobani in explosive court case
The lawsuit claims that Chobani is free-riding on Danone’s brand equity and marketing investment in RTD coffee by copying SToK’s slogan and packaging design
Dairy’s most valuable brands: Who came top in 2025?
From Amul to Yili, here’s how dairy’s largest brands ranked this year
FBIF 2025
Meiji: Protein intake trumps exercise to build muscle gains
Meiji has urged consumers to focus on protein consumption over exercise for muscle growth and maintenance, across all groups from seniors to athletes
Ajinomoto’s protein ice cream blends nutrition and indulgence
Ajinomoto has partnered Solein to create protein-enriched ice cream targeting consumers that value nutrition, health and sustainability in their indulgences
Pioneers
High-protein game-changers: Protein Pints
Making ice cream both nutritious and delicious has stumped many food firms - but US-based Protein Pints says it has cracked the code to a good-tasting, protein-rich ice cream
Nestlé organic growth up but sales down
Nestlé surprises with stronger-than-expected growth, but a sales dip and leadership shake-up hint at deeper challenges
From US cheddar to Greek feta: Who reigned Supreme at ICDA 2025?
We bring you some of the biggest winners from the annual International Cheese and Dairy Awards . . .
Unilever names Ben & Jerry’s new CEO and responds to hiring controversy
Industry veteran Jochanan Senf will lead the brand globally as Unilever hit back at rumors over his selection
Danone-owned Kate Farms shakes up high-protein space with GLP-1 drinks
The company’s new range promises to elevate nutritional support for consumers on weight management medications
‘Return Lifeway to the people who own it’: What now for the scandal-plagued kefir brand
Lifeway Foods board members are battling for control after the Smolyanskys’ family feud intensified
Unilever makes major step towards ice cream demerger
The Magnum Ice Cream Company is now in operation
Healthplex Expo 2025, Natural & Nutraceutical Products China 2025 (HNC 2025)
Mengniu to explore bone, joint, anti-oxidation for sports nutrition range
China dairy giant Mengniu Dairy is exploring bone and joint health, as well as anti-oxidation as it expands its sports nutrition range.
Oatly bets on coffee and science to fuel plant-based milk’s comeback
Oatly defends processed food, doubles down on coffee and pushes for the next wave of plant-based milk growth
How the a2 Milk Company is capturing growth through premium nutrition
The New Zealand dairy major is driving growth through premium nutrition, gaining record share in China’s infant formula market and expanding its A2 dairy offering globally
How to drive SME growth in 2025
In an uncertain economic environment, how can SMEs turn risk into opportunity?
Is the plant-based milk sector in trouble?
Plant-based milk brand Mighty Drinks has entered administration, citing rising costs and fundraising challenges. But does this signal a wider issue for the sector?
Pioneers
High-protein game changers: Slate Milk
In a new article series, we spotlight some of the companies that are driving innovation in high-protein dairy . . .
Saputo pulls back adjusted EBITDA guidance
The Canadian dairy major says ongoing market challenges have ‘significantly’ impacted the company’s ability to deliver against its previous expectations
Dairy Innovations
From stress to success: Inside Horizon Organic’s caregiver-centered campaign
Dairy manufacturer Horizon Organic turns a parental pain point into marketing power with an expanded campaign that reassures caregivers and helps them celebrate milestones