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FI Fast Break audio news: Aug. 5, 2025

In this week’s food industry news in 2 minutes, we examine Novo Nordisk’s latest plan for weight-loss drugs.

In other food and beverage news, high coffee prices are brewing interest in bean-free alternatives. Escalating costs tied to climate change and tariffs could position substitutes made from broken rice or other ingredients as a cheaper, more sustainable option, reported Food Dive. Full Story

Additionally, HelloFresh will invest $70 million into AI systems to help streamline decision making during ordering. The company will also double the number of meals on offer and increase the range of beef and seafood dishes, reported Bloomberg. Full Story 

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