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Nestlé, Lactalis & Danone face court action over infant formula scandal
Nestlé, Lactalis & Danone face court action over infant formula scandal
Dutch consumer watchdog Foodwatch has filed a criminal complaint in Paris, France, naming seven infant formula manufacturers — Nestlé, Lactalis, Danone, Vitagermine (Babybio), Hochdorf, La marque en moins, and Granarolo — over their handling of a global contamination crisis. The complaint, filed “against X” under French procedure, opens an investigation that could expand to include food safety authorities. Eight affected families have reportedly joined the complaint to date. 
Confectionery market trends: AI and plant-based innovation redefine guilt-free treats
Confectionery market trends: AI and plant-based innovation redefine guilt-free treats
The confectionery market is undergoing a significant transformation as consumers increasingly seek a balance between indulgence and health. Focus on sustainability, clean labels, and functional benefits is rising, as plant-based, sugar-free, and high-protein alternative demands spur innovation and reshape NPD.
FoodChain ID’s new partnership breathes life back into Ukraine’s war-torn farmland
FoodChain ID’s new partnership breathes life back into Ukraine’s war-torn farmland
A new partnership between FoodChain ID and the Center of Excellence for Life Sciences, Agriculture and Bioingenuity (CE-LAB) is poised to bolster farming and food security in Ukraine. The collaboration is part of an initiative to improve land that is mined and contaminated because of conflict, and comes amid estimates that 7.5 million hectares of land in Ukraine have recently suffered these effects because of military operations.
Sweetener trends & insights: Opportunities for calorie-conscious innovation
Sweetener trends & insights: Opportunities for calorie-conscious innovation
Innova Market Insights reveals that nearly half of consumers globally are turning to sweeteners to satisfy their sweet cravings while aiming to reduce their calorie intake. This growing demand for lower-calorie options is fueling innovation in the sweetener market, presenting new opportunities for the development of novel sweetener solutions in F&B products.
CEAMFIBRE: A Natural, Multifunctional Ingredient for Food Applications
CEAMFIBRE: A Natural, Multifunctional Ingredient for Food Applications
What if clean label food innovation started with a citrus peel? CEAMFIBRE is a natural ingredient obtained from lemon, lime, and orange peels. This multifunctional citrus fiber provides tailored solutions, both soluble and insoluble, addressing specific technical and formulation needs to diverse end applications across the Food Industry, including bakery, dairy, meat or juices. This Technical Paper is brought to you by CEAMSA.
Cargill: Shaping sustainability through strategic food partnerships
Cargill: Shaping sustainability through strategic food partnerships

In this interview with Geert Maesmans, VP of R&D at Cargill, we dive into the company’s cutting-edge solutions at the European Innovation Center in Vilvoorde, Belgium. From pioneering food technologies and impactful partnerships to a commitment to sustainability, discover how Cargill is helping shape the future of food for a more sustainable and connected global food ecosystem.

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EIT Food and Puratos: How transparency and taste bridges healthy indulgence gap
EIT Food and Puratos: How transparency and taste bridges healthy indulgence gap
New research from Europe’s food innovation community, EIT Food, in collaboration with ingredients supplier Puratos, reveals that consumers no longer want to choose between health and pleasure — they seek indulgent products that offer both.
Givaudan Taste & Wellbeing shows resilience in 2025 amid macro pressures
Givaudan Taste & Wellbeing shows resilience in 2025 amid macro pressures
Givaudan’s Taste & Wellbeing portfolio grew less robustly in 2025 than in prior years, but remained positive in underlying terms — indicating continued demand despite global headwinds, including inflationary pressures, rising energy costs, and supply chain disruptions.
EU Parliament’s environmental committee backs trilogue deal on New Genomic...
EU Parliament’s environmental committee backs trilogue deal on New Genomic Techniques
Yesterday, the European Parliament’s Committee on Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI Committee) voted to approve a deal on New Genomic Techniques (NGTs), marking a critical step toward final adoption of new rules that will impact farmers and breeders.
Barry Callebaut earnings show chocolate volumes fall despite cocoa price relief
Barry Callebaut earnings show chocolate volumes fall despite cocoa price relief
Barry Callebaut’s first-quarter results reveal the chocolate industry is still struggling to find its footing after last year’s cocoa price crisis. Despite bean prices falling 16% year-on-year, consumer demand and customer purchasing behavior remain subdued — suggesting the damage from 2024’s volatility may be more structural than cyclical.The world’s largest cocoa and chocolate manufacturer posted a 9.9% decline in group sales volume for Q1 fiscal 2025/26, with Global Chocolate down 6.8% and Global Cocoa falling 22%. Sales revenue rose 8.9% in local currencies to CHF 3.7 billion (US$4.2 billion), driven by higher year-on-year cocoa pricing passed through to customers. But the company notes that pricing is now stabilizing as bean costs ease. 
Scientists unlock “living biosensor” for early wine spoilage alerts
Scientists unlock “living biosensor” for early wine spoilage alerts
Scientists in Israel have developed a “living biosensor” using bacteria that can help detect early warning signs for wine spoilage. The innovation is said to offer a simpler, lower-cost alternative to lab testing while bolstering quality control in fermentation-based industries.
When wars drive hunger, nutrition delivery becomes the industry bottleneck
When wars drive hunger, nutrition delivery becomes the industry bottleneck

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Action Against Hunger warns that in the top 10 countries experiencing acute food insecurity, 196 million people urgently need food. The convergence of global crises is also contributing to rising maternal malnutrition and 30 million malnourished children. Nutrition Insight speaks with the organization, which calls for nutrition companies to collaborate with NGOs and innovate essential food distribution methods, rather than increasing production.
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Middle East F&B trends: Mars Gulf and Yook reveal regional...
The Middle East poses unique challenges for F&B manufacturers. Logistical pressures and extreme heat make shelf life extension crucial, while evolving regulations further complicate operations for businesses looking to thrive in or export to the region. Studies show that climate change — including heatwaves and desertification — has profound effects on food availability and the resilience of the food supply chain in the Middle East.  The reliable distribution of heat‑sensitive products such as dairy and seafood is a priority, driving the expansion of the cold storage market to US$18.3 billion.
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EU-India trade deal: How could tariff cuts reshape F&B...
The EU-India trade deal, which could eliminate up to €4 billion (US$4.75 billion) in tariffs on EU exports, has sparked mixed reactions across F&B industries. Indian businesses, particularly in spices, tea, and processed foods, are optimistic, anticipating increased exports to the EU. However, European agricultural sectors, notably dairy and sugar, are concerned about increased competition and the erosion of market protections.
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“Cultivated meat is broken”: Former Meatable CEO says...
In 2021, investors poured nearly US$1 billion into cultivated meat. Last year, that figure was US$65 million — a 93% collapse, according to AgFunder data. In late 2025, two of the sector’s most prominent companies ceased operations within days of each other: Meatable, a Dutch start-up that had raised over US$100 million and was named one of Time magazine’s best inventions of 2024, and Believer Meats, which had completed the US regulatory pathway and built the world’s largest cultivated meat factory.Jeff Tripician, a veteran of the traditional meat industry, became Meatable’s CEO in mid-2024 with a mandate to lead US market expansion — only to watch the company’s prospects collapse within 18 months. He believes the sector’s decline is due to a two-fold failure: start-ups who overpromised to impatient investors, and governments that chose political convenience over long-term food security. 

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Natural shelf life extension: The rise of clean label preservativesFeb2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that consumers worldwide increasingly link product quality with extended shelf life and “natural” ingredients. Over the past five years, there has been a notable ...

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Sweetener trends & insights: Opportunities for calorie-conscious innovation Feb 2026

Innova Market Insights reveals that nearly half of consumers globally are turning to sweeteners to satisfy their sweet cravings while aiming to reduce their calorie intake. This growing demand for lower-calorie options is fueling innovation in the sweetener market, presenting new opportunities for the development of novel sweetener solutions in F&B products.

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Plant-based innovation: Beyond dairy and meat alternativesFeb 2026

Plant-based products now extend beyond dairy and meat alternatives, including both category replicas and standalone or hybrid products. Innova Market Insights data shows plant-based F&B launches have seen steady growth globally over the past five years, with Europe leading the way. Dairy remains the top category in these launches.

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Cargill: Shaping sustainability through strategic food partnerships

In this interview with Geert Maesmans, VP of R&D at Cargill, we dive into the company’s cutting-edge solutions at the European Innovation Center in Vilvoorde, Belgium. From...

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Cargill: How AI and consumer insights are shaping future food innovation
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Cargill’s European Food Innovation Center: Turning fermentation science into sustainable nutrition
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World Resources Institute: What the EUDR means for food ingredients supply chains
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