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Calculating the True Cost of Tariffs

Tariffs are reshaping supply chains, squeezing margins, and testing consumer loyalty. In the weeks ahead, food industry leaders will need to pivot quickly, CEOs note.

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SFFS Trendspotters: The Trends Commanding Attention

At the recent Summer Fancy Food Show (SFFS) in NYC, protein candy, international convenience, and beverage innovations were among key trends. Learn about the cutting-edge brands supporting the future of food.

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Investors Are Getting Worried About Big Beverage Names

Beverage giants appear to be losing their buzz. Investors are signaling deeper concerns despite steady profits. As GLP-1s and shifting health sentiments rise, the sector’s long-term resilience may be entering a new taste test.

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Senate Approves Bill Expanding Students’ Access to Plant-Based Milk

A new bipartisan bill approved by the Senate Ag Committee aims to expand access to plant-based milk in schools, offering relief to millions of lactose-intolerant students. If passed, it would require schools to provide non-dairy alternatives to students when requested by a parent, no doctor’s note needed.

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Minimum Wage Rising; Employers Fret Over Impact

Minimum wage hikes took effect starting today across the U.S., leaving restaurants and grocers bracing for ripple effects. Business leaders warn of closures, while advocates say fair pay is overdue in a shifting labor landscape.

US Treasury Cuts Costs by Axing the Penny: What it Means for Retailers

CPG Giants Pledge to Remove Food Dyes

Crunch Time: How Do Your Road Trip Snacks Stack Up?

From Chaos to Control: How Canto Helps Food Companies Master Their Digital Content

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FI Spotlight: What’s The Biggest Mistake Food Companies Make?

Snacks, Drinks, Ready to Eat meals – the CPG market in the U.S. has exploded with new options in recent years. With all the variety in products, how can businesses stand out from their competition? ...

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From Chaos to Control: How Canto Helps Food Companies Master Their Digital Content

FI Spotlight – Unlocking Global Markets: How Food Export Drives Business Growth

Solutions to Today’s Biggest Restaurant Challenges

FI Spotlight: Are Trade Shows Worth it? De Soi CEO Gets Real About ROI

Discover the Secret Behind Coco Fro’s Irresistible Plant Based Crunch

FI Spotlight: Nutrition Policy Shifts Food Brands Must Watch

FI Studios – Food Industry Icons: Remembering Solomon Choi

How CORE Foodservice and The Culinary Edge Create Foodservice Solutions in a Challenging Market

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FI Fast Break audio news: June 25, 2025

The latest FI Fast Break podcast notes how July brings another round of U.S. minimum wage increases in states such as Alaska.

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Grocery Grit: What’s in the Cart When Money’s Tight?

Nik Modi of RBC Capital Markets breaks down grocery trends and consumer behavior amid inflation, tariffs, and more.

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FI Fast Break audio news: June 18, 2025

The latest FI Fast Break podcast touches on the latest related to Pres. Trump’s tariff plans, and the outlook for the energy drink market.

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FI Fast Break audio news: June 11, 2025

The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on a recent study that suggests GLP-1 weight-loss drugs alter the “taste perception” of users.

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The Three Keys to Data: Speed, Precision, and Efficiency

Tibersoft’s Suzanne Cwik details how your organization can harness the three keys to data: speed, efficiency, and precision.

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FI Fast Break audio news: June 4, 2025

The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on how Americans are scaling back on summer travel plans due to economic uncertainty.

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FI Fast Break audio news: May 28, 2025

The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on a new study suggesting that many GLP-1 drug users have reduced their beef intake.

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Winning in Better-for-You Food: The Top Seedz Playbook

Rebecca Brady, founder and CEO of Top Seedz, shares how she turned a homegrown idea into a rapidly scaling snack brand.

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FI Fast Break audio news: May 21, 2025

The latest FI Fast Break news podcast discusses how trade tensions continue to drive consumers to tighten their wallets.

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Events

May

How 2D Barcodes Could Revolutionize Retail (Webinar)

May

Restaurant Industry Insights for 2025 (Webinar)

Jul

Eyes on the Aisle: A Mid-Year Food Retail Update (Webinar)

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FI Report June 2025