UK Food Sector Impacted by Climate Change; Bloomberg Explains Rising Butter Costs UK food sector faces climate change impacts, including dried grain fields and reduced sausage roll demand. Bloomberg explains rising butter costs due to hot summer, cheese production, and EU/New Zealand cows. Odwalla relaunched fruit juices/smoothies in the US, targeting younger consumers with healthy, sustainable beverages. Hispatec presented AI for agriculture, including Margaret Professional Assistant, in Santiago, Chile. Tyson Foods released Mega Dino Nuggets with 13 grams of protein per serving nationwide. Total 381 words · 2 mins read3 More Stories5 hours ago8
IFT Launches AI Platform for Food Product Development; Mondelez Requests Delay of EU Deforestation Law Mondelez requests EU deforestation law delay due to high cocoa prices and supply shocks. IFT launches CoDeveloper, an AI platform for food product R&D, featuring GenAI 'co-scientist'. Università Aldo Moro study shows pasta reduces bad cholesterol (LDL) after 3 months. Global butter price surge impacts bakeries like Mamiche in Paris, affecting sourcing. Nissin Foods launched Kanzen Meal, nutrient-dense frozen meals, in the US. Total 405 words · 2 mins read2 More StoriesYesterday, 7:46 AM9
Del Monte Foods Files for Bankruptcy; Danone Acquires Kate Farms Del Monte Foods filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with over $1 billion in debt. Danone acquired Kate Farms, a plant-based nutrition formulas provider, on July 3, 2025. Greggs warns of lower profit due to June heatwave affecting customer traffic and sales. Grupo Bimbo aims for 100% recyclable packaging by the end of 2025. WH Group acquired Pupil Foods to expand in the European pet-food market. Total 1317 words · 6 mins read28 More StoriesFri, 8:13 AM38
Bunge Finalizes $8 Billion Merger with Viterra, Creating Grain Giant Bunge finalized its $8 billion merger with Viterra, creating a grain giant. Hybrid proteins gain traction as plant-based meat alternative sales decline. Private label sales hit a record $271 billion in 2024, challenging national brands. Ingredient firms develop alternatives to GLP-1 anti-obesity medications. Instacart and Wegmans launch AI-powered Caper Carts in Syracuse, New York. Total 1041 words · 5 mins read20 More StoriesThu, 7:47 AM31
FDA Deadline Passes for PFAS in Food Packaging; Chinese Scientists Develop Edible Coating to Extend Fruit Shelf Life FDA's PFAS food packaging deadline passed; Hershey faces lawsuits; EU ban set for August 2026. Chinese scientists created edible coating extending fruit shelf life 2.5x, reducing carbon emissions by 90%. Marubeni Corp. acquired Bubbies Ice Cream to capitalize on mochi ice cream's low-calorie appeal. Plant-based sector trends: hybrid products, private label growth (6.8% between 2022-2024), fungi alternatives. Low-sugar/functional soda segment grows; PepsiCo acquired Poppi ($1.95B); Coca-Cola launched Simply Prebiotic. Total 985 words · 4 mins read14 More StoriesWed, 7:48 AM20
Luckin Coffee Opens First US Stores; Lactalis Acquires General Mills' Yogurt Business Luckin Coffee opened its first US stores in New York after China success. Lactalis acquired General Mills' US yogurt business for $2.1B, gaining Yoplait. Moolec Science patents Piggy Sooy™ tech: soybeans producing over 20% animal protein. Lactalis reviews Yoplait ingredients amid health movement push in the US. AI accelerates novel food dossier preparation for EFSA submission by simulating performance. Total 996 words · 4 mins read24 More StoriesTue, 7:48 AM30
China Resumes Japanese Seafood Imports; UK Unveils 10-Year Diet Plan China resumed Japanese seafood imports from 37 prefectures on June 29, 2025. UK plans fines for supermarkets in England failing to meet healthy eating targets. 2025 dietary guidelines promote flexitarian approach, emphasizing plant-based foods and limiting red meat. APAC consumers enjoy new fruit and vegetable experiences, driven by health and nutrition. Sports nutrition targets broader consumers with 'active nutrition' and immune/brain health ingredients. Total 489 words · 2 mins read4 More StoriesMon, 7:47 AM9
Danone Acquires The Akkermansia Company; Ariston Uses AI in Macadamia Processing Danone acquired The Akkermansia Company on June 27, 2025, for gut health supplements. Ariston uses AI for macadamia sorting and expands banana operations in Zimbabwe. Country Delight launched Oat Beverage, an oat milk alternative, on June 27, 2025. Abe’s Muffins launched Iced Cakes, allergen-free mini sheet cakes, on June 27, 2025. Frozen breakfast market at $5.8B, consumers seek better-for-you options. Total 419 words · 2 mins read5 More StoriesJun 29, 7:47 AM10
Walmart Opens Beef Processing Facility in Kansas; Campari Group Sells Cinzano Vermouth Business Walmart opened its first beef processing facility in Kansas, creating 600+ jobs. Campari Group sold Cinzano vermouth to Gruppo Caffo 1915 for €100 million. Kellanova's shares rose after U.S. regulators approved its $35.9 billion merger with Mars Inc. J.M. Smucker will remove artificial colors from products by 2027, school foods by 2026. Spanish scientists developed a color-changing food label indicating freshness via bacterial activity. Total 1633 words · 7 mins read29 More StoriesJun 28, 7:48 AM41
Texas Bans Lab-Grown Meat Sales; Iran's Supply Crisis Drives Up Produce Prices Texas bans lab-grown meat sales starting September 1, 2025, until September 7, 2027. Iran's supply crisis, influenced by geopolitical factors, drives up produce prices regionally. Anjoy Foods Group plans Southeast Asia and Europe expansion after Hong Kong listing, aiming to raise $336.3M. New yogurt production method reduces bacterial cultures by 80% and extends shelf life. Private label brands are growing due to affordability and quality; 50% of consumers buying more. Total 1646 words · 7 mins read30 More StoriesJun 26, 8:00 AM40