Cultured Meat Growth Poised to Accelerate

Cultured meat – meat produced by growing animal muscle cells in a culture medium – currently represents a tiny share of the global food dollar, but growing concern about the impact of raising animals for …

Analysis: Why World Hunger is Worsening

World hunger has gotten significantly worse in recent years, with the World Food Program reporting 345 million people suffering from it.

Trends Impacting the Dairy Industry

Jennifer Pricco Braasch is a managing director with City National Bank’s Food & Beverage Group. Based in Milwaukee, she supports industry executives with creative financing solutions and industry intelligence. The Food Institute recently asked her …

Sugar Reduction Trend Sweetening Candy Sales

The sugar reduction trend is growing in candy and confectionary, boosted by broader product assortments and new innovations. A recent IRI report on sugar-free chocolate and candy explores this market and highlights opportunities for continued …

Analysis: Why Consumers Crave Pumpkin Spice

Almost as ubiquitous as the changing colors of the leaves or a crisp chill in the air, the arrival of pumpkin-spice-flavored everything signals that fall is here. Ever since Starbucks introduced the pumpkin spice latte …

Recession Still Looms as a Risk to F&B Stocks

Many investors believe that food and beverage stocks are safe places in which to hide when the stock market turns towards recession. That belief centers on a simple thesis: people still have to eat. The …

WEEKEND UPDATE: Hurricane Ian’s Impacts on Food Industry Likely Far-Reaching

Editor’s note: Article updated on 9/30: Hurricane Ian regained strength as it reached the Atlantic Ocean as the weekend approached, and the storm began moving toward the Carolinas as a Category 1 storm. Meanwhile, recovery …

Boost Food Safety While Reducing Waste

This article is written and sponsored by Kerry. Amanda McNeely, Kerry’s marketing expert for food protection and preservation, talks about Kerry ingredient solutions that boost food safety and reduce waste, and her views on the outlook …

New Online Grocer Focused on Untapped Market: Allergy-Free Shoppers

Whether it’s to avoid a stomachache, or a trip to the E.R., many consumers want to know exactly what’s in their food. Allergies and other dietary restrictions have become more prevalent in recent years, and …

Analysis: Polymeric Antimicrobial Food Packaging and its Applications

Polymeric antimicrobial food packaging is an innovative advancement in foodborne illness prevention, some experts say, and researchers are working to expand its effectiveness.

WATCH: The Latest Coffee Innovation: Compostable Coffee Balls

How many of you out there love waking up to the convenience of single coffee pod brewing systems? They’re fabulous. You can brew exactly enough for yourself, you can switch flavors up frequently, it’s ready …

Surge of Energy: Energy Drinks Market Overflowing

The energy drink category has become rather crowded in 2022. Gatorade recently added a caffeinated product called Fast Twitch. Monster Energy recently unveiled a new, Ultra Peachy Keen zero-sugar beverage. REDCON1 is set to launch …

Predictive-Maintenance Tech Aiding Manufacturers’ Efficiency

Predictive-maintenance technology – smart software that listens to machines to predict equipment failures before they happen – could prove to be a valuable service, especially as manufacturers grapple with supply chain disruptions and labor shortages. …

Report: Trends to Watch Include DTC Plant-Based Brands

The $7.44 trillion U.S food industry is investing in ecommerce, robotics, and technology like never before. Here are three noteworthy trends for food producers and grocery retailers to prioritize in the year ahead.

$21M Judgment vs. Foodbuy May Improve Transparency in GPO Industry

A U.S. District Court judge ruled in August that Foodbuy actively concealed billing practices, deceived manufacturers and systemically overcharged – a ruling that some feel could bring more transparency to the GPO industry.

Is the End of Expiration Dates Upon Us?

Major grocers in the U.K. plan to scrap expiration dates from certain perishable goods to reduce waste; will U.S. grocers follow suit?

Report: Cheese-flavored Snacks as Popular as Ever

New research conducted by international food company Kerry reveals consumers worldwide are enamored with cheese-flavored snacks. In a survey of 8,790 consumers from 16 countries, approximately 62 percent of consumers said cheese flavors add excitement …

As Food Recalls Mount, Experts Urge Food Safety ‘Culture’ Change

Recent food recalls illustrate a “disturbing” lack of food safety culture, according to Dr. Vanessa Coffman. One in six Americans fall ill from foodborne illness annually these days. Making matters worse, the public is often …

COLUMN: Why the Climatarian Movement is Gaining Momentum

A relatively new sustainability model should be taken into consideration by most food businesses these days, according to one industry analyst.

Could Harmful ‘Forever Chemicals’ Soon Vanish?

Toxic PFAS chemicals found in items like fast-food wrappers are impossible to destroy – until now, it would appear, thanks to new research.

Report: Consumers Taking Notice of Shrinkflation

Shrinkflation isn’t sneaking by savvy shoppers, and many consumers are changing their purchase behaviors in response.

Analysis: Weighing Nutritional Value in Plant-Based Products

Although the nutritional merits of plant-based food have faced mounting scrutiny by consumers in recent months, discrepancies by variety suggest that not all alternative products are created equal.

IRI: Creating Revenue Opportunities Amid Inflation

With the U.S. inflation rate at an elevated 8.7% for July 2022, consumers, manufacturers and retailers alike must remain agile to adapt to ongoing economic pressures. “The past few years of COVID-19 have brought enormous …

COLUMN: The Hard Seltzer Bubble has Burst

The hard seltzer bubble was starting to burst at the beginning of 2022, and second quarter earnings showed the category is in fact declining.

Upcycled Food Association CEO Envisions Massive Industry Growth

Upcycled food has become a $53 billion dollar market, growing faster than plant-based products, but what exactly is it?

Mycelium Deepening Roots in Plant-Based Space

While mushrooms remain all the rage as a whole food ingredient, their physical characteristics are less than ideal for replicating whole cuts of meat. Enter mycelium – the root system from which mushrooms grow.

7-Eleven’s Recent Acquisition Could Reshape Delivery Space

7-Eleven’s recent acquisition of start-up Skipcart offers the convenience store chain many future opportunities, a consultant said.

IRI: Consumers Seeking Bargains Amid Inflation

Grocery shoppers are on the hunt for deals with food-at-home prices rising 14.4% year-over-year as of July 31.

Analysis: Why Demand for Cold Storage is Sky High

The food industry feels cold storage space helps hedge against volatile agriculture prices, but such space is in short supply of late.

Robotic Pizza Deal Boosts Speedy Eats’ Automated Drive-Thru Concept

A new food technology partnership is bringing 24/7 made-to-order pizza to automated drive-thru restaurant units around the country.

Discount Stores Continue to Dominate Amid Inflation

Dollar General has increased its sales forecast as Americans have increasingly turned to discount chains amid inflation.

Emerging Plant-Based Proteins to Watch

As more consumers pursue dietary patterns that improve personal and planetary health, some plant-based food producers are experimenting with a broader variety of protein sources.

IRI: Consumers Keeping Drinking Occasions Closer to Home

Consumers are looking to create entertaining experiences at home, and retailers should emphasize premium alcohol products as a result, IRI says.

Tattooed Chef Founder: Consumers Seek Ready-Made Plant-Based Foods

Tattooed Chef founder Sarah Galletti has noticed increasing demand for convenient, healthy, ready-made plant-based foods.

6 Flavor-forward Plant-based Dairy Trends

This article is written and sponsored by Kerry. When it comes to plant-based dairy, consumers want an authentic dairy experience. Whether it’s plant-based cheese, yogurt, ice cream or vegan snacks, the expectation is that the alternative …

PepsiCo’s Celsius Pact Signals Shift as Soda Fizzles

PepsiCo has taken another step to grow its share of the energy drink market by taking a stake in Celsius.