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Food Ingredients First reviews 2025: F&B innovation amid regulatory and supply chain pressures
Food Ingredients First reviews 2025: F&B innovation amid regulatory and supply chain pressures
It was a year that tested the F&B industry’s resilience while accelerating its transformation. From geopolitical trade shocks and regulatory upheaval to climate-driven supply volatility and shifting consumer health priorities, the operating environment became more complex. Across every region, businesses were forced to make faster, more strategic decisions on sourcing, formulation, technology, and transparency, redefining what competitiveness looks like in a disrupted global food system.
Top Trends 2026: Protein precision, gut-brain wellness & the authenticity imperative
Top Trends 2026: Protein precision, gut-brain wellness & the authenticity imperative
As global trade dynamics and tariffs reshape the F&B landscape, Innova Market Insights’ 2026 top ten trends reveal an industry navigating economic volatility and evolving consumer demands. Product reformulation has become a strategic lever for resilience, with companies leveraging ingredient innovation to manage costs while meeting consumer priorities around health, transparency, and taste. 
dsm-firmenich VP on combining biotech and taste modulation for reduced sugar formulations
dsm-firmenich VP on combining biotech and taste modulation for reduced sugar formulations
The demand for low-sugar products and the proliferation of sugar taxes have significantly impacted the sweetener landscape, as consumer health concerns grow and a desire for healthier alternatives drives purchase decisions. As F&B manufacturers innovate to match sugar’s functionality in formulations, dsm-firmenich is addressing these shifts by combining sweeteners, flavor modulators, and texture optimizers to “rebuild sugar’s full sensory curve.”
Yerba Mate vs. Matcha: A New Chapter in Functional Innovation
Yerba Mate vs. Matcha: A New Chapter in Functional Innovation
Matcha meets its Latin American counterpart. Discover how yerba mate delivers balanced vitality, a bold flavor profile, and sustainable sourcing. Our e-book reveals key market insights and application ideas to drive the next wave of innovation in natural energy solutions.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Duas Rodas.
Fi Europe 2025: Carbery on functional whey protein and GLP-1 nutrition
Fi Europe 2025: Carbery on functional whey protein and GLP-1 nutrition
Fiona Rawlinson, head of marketing for Nutrition at Carbery, discusses the standout benefits of Carbelac functional whey protein for reducing fat while maintaining creaminess and taste. She also explores its role in enhancing mouthfeel, offering cost-effective cream replacements, and its role in the growing GLP-1 nutrition trend.
F&B ingredients industry 2025: Most read stories
F&B ingredients industry 2025: Most read stories
F&B ingredients trends centered on health, sustainability, and affordability. From plant-based advancements and gut health to the rising importance of protein and stress relief, industry leaders responded to shifting consumer needs. Key highlights included new developments in alternative proteins, gene-editing technologies, and supply chain regulations, with brands embracing transparency, flavor innovation, and functional ingredients for competitive advantage. We look back at the year’s top read stories.

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UK government pledges to reform cage farming and livestock slaughter
UK government pledges to reform cage farming and livestock slaughter
The UK government has announced plans to phase out colony cages for laying hens and farrowing crates for breeding sows by 2030, alongside comprehensive reforms to pig stunning methods and new welfare standards for farmed fish and poultry. 
ICL Group to acquire acidulant leader Bartek in two-phase deal
ICL Group to acquire acidulant leader Bartek in two-phase deal
Specialty minerals company ICL Group has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Bartek Ingredients, a global producer of food-grade malic and fumaric acid, in a two-phase transaction valued at approximately US$90 million for the initial stake. 
AI-powered robot enhances meal assembly in food manufacturing
AI-powered robot enhances meal assembly in food manufacturing
US-based Chef Robotics is advancing its meal assembly solutions with the launch of Chef+ — its “most advanced meal assembly robot yet.” Based on over 80 million servings in production, the robot offers F&B manufacturers increased system reliability, double the ingredient capacity, reduced footprint, and improved food safety.
EU Biotech Act: Approval pathways for precision fermentation eased despite...
EU Biotech Act: Approval pathways for precision fermentation eased despite restrictions on novel foods
The European Commission’s Biotech Act, published this week, will expand the regulatory guidance available to companies bringing precision fermentation ingredients to market, but has excluded novel foods from a parallel scheme designed to foster collaboration between regulators, industry, and academics — a decision nonprofit think tank GFI Europe says undermines efforts to build expertise and transparency around emerging food technologies. 
EU Parliament approves Deforestation Regulation delay and revision
EU Parliament approves Deforestation Regulation delay and revision
The European Parliament has formally adopted a further delay and revision to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), meaning large companies and operators will have until December 30, 2026, to comply, and small and micro-enterprises until June 30, 2027. This latest delay represents a one-year postponement of the law’s enforcement.
Nutrition Insight reviews 2025: AI tech, personalized solutions, and nutrition...
Nutrition Insight reviews 2025: AI tech, personalized solutions, and nutrition security in the GLP-1 era

Nutrition Insight

As we prepare to turn the page on the year, Nutrition Insight revisits some of the most significant developments of 2025 — from the growing impact of GLP-1 on product innovation and weight management support to AI-powered tools reshaping the industry. Scientific advances have driven targeted solutions in the gut microbiome and early-life nutrition, as well as healthy aging, women’s health, and a rapid “humanization” of pet nutrition. At the same time, the industry grappled with high-stakes challenges, including the upheaval around US nutrition assistance, contested approaches to regulating ultra-processed food (UPF), rising concerns over misinformation, and worsening global gaps in access to healthy diets amid conflict, climate pressure, and economic strain. Join us as we look back at a year defined by precision-led innovation as the sector increasingly focuses on making nutrition smarter, safer, and more equitable. 
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After the spike: Cocoa’s volatile new norm forces...
The world’s largest chocolate maker, Barry Callebaut, is reportedly exploring separating its cocoa division from its chocolate business, marking what could be a structural break in the industry between manufacturing and commodity trading that would reshape how the sector manages supply chain risk. 
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Supermarket food trends: What’s driving consumer purchasing...
The growing use of GLP-1 and push for more protein and fiber, as well as rising concerns over ultra-processed foods, is reshaping the grocery shopping landscape. These consumer trends are emerging as crucial influencers for changing volumes, food choices, and purchasing decisions.

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Top trends 2026 for F&BDec2025

Innova Market Insights highlights “Powerhouse Protein” as the top trend for 2026. Consumers are looking for protein products with additional health benefits to improve their nutrition. Other trends fo...

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Christmas-themed F&B takes NPD spotlight Dec 2025

Innova Market Insights data reveals that food takes center stage in the festive season with most consumers worldwide highlighting its importance in their Christmas celebrations. Almost half of consumers say that they usually purchase sweet bakery, dessert and ice cream, and bread products for Christmas, inspiring brands to release festive twists on everyday items. 

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Emulsifier innovationDec 2025

Consumers increasingly pay attention to what they are eating, where it comes from, and how it is produced. This demand is driving innovation for natural, plant-based emulsifiers with clean labels. Innova Market Insights data indicates a 5% compound annual growth rate in F&B launches with emulsifiers (July 2020 – June 2025). Bakery was the top category in launches with emulsifiers, while Soft Drinks showed the fastest growth in this period.

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Fi Europe 2025: Carbery on functional whey protein and GLP-1 nutrition

Fiona Rawlinson, head of marketing for Nutrition at Carbery, discusses the standout benefits of Carbelac functional whey protein for reducing fat while maintaining creaminess and taste. She also explores its role in enhancing mouthfeel, offering cost-effective cream replacements, and its role in...

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Fi Europe 2025: Avebe showcases clean-label dairy and plant-based solutions
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Fi Europe 2025: Ingood by Olga on Lengood’s egg replacement innovation
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Fi Europe 2025: Angel Yeast showcases cocoa-reduction and high-protein concepts
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