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Sustainable Foods Summit 2026: Regenerative agriculture scales amid rising climate and trade risks

From cultivated cocoa butter to precision fermentation, the food industry’s toolkit is diversifying and evolving to keep pace with a warming planet. Exploring these developments, Amarjit Sahota, founder at Ecovia Intelligence, speaks to Food Ingredients First ahead of the Sustainable Foods Summit (18–19 June). The event in Amsterdam, Netherlands, places emphasis on the need for better access to sustainable food systems in the long term. With various environmental factors straining food production and supply chains, experts are examining new innovations to more efficiently connect them to the consumer plate.
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Innovation at the sweet spot: GLP-1, allulose and the rise of “post-sweeteners”
There is a convergence of factors driving innovation in the sugar reduction space. Sugar taxes are spreading. Front-of-pack labeling is tightening. Regulations on high-sugar products are increasing across Europe, North America, and Asia. Proprietary research from Kerry and ADM shows that a majority of global consumers are actively trying to lower sugar intake.
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Tetra Pak VP Automation & Solutions: How digitalization is transforming F&B supply chains
F&B companies today are navigating a “perfect storm” of rising input costs, unpredictable consumer demand, and pressure to meet sustainability goals. In such a high-pressure environment, speed and precision in decision-making are critical, which Tetra Pak says companies can achieve through automation and digitalization. The processing and packaging leader says integrating processes, equipment, and teams into intelligent, data-driven ecosystems can drive efficiency, resilience, and competitive advantage for businesses.
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Beyond the Shell: Cracking the Code of 2026 Egg-Free Formulations
This technical paper explores a Biolev high-performance yeast-based functional ingredient designed to replace eggs in bakery and sauce formulations. By leveraging specific protein fractions and emulsifying properties, Biolev PlusWall30 maintains structural integrity, aeration, and mouthfeel while addressing clean label demands, allergen reduction, and price volatility in food applications. This Technical Paper is brought to you by Biolev by Levapan.
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Vitafoods Europe 2026: How ADM is mainstreaming functional ingredients in F&B

June Lin, vice president of global innovation marketing at ADM, discusses how the company is bringing gut health and metabolic wellness into everyday consumer products, while addressing challenges in taste and texture for proteins, fibers, and bioactives. June also explores the balance between sugar reduction, clean labels, and evolving consumer expectations in large-scale F&B products.

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Expo West 2026 review: Functional nutrition for GLP-1 support, gut health & women’s wellness
At the Natural Products Expo West 2026 trade show (Mar 3–6), the nutrition, food, and beverage industries showcased innovations in functional, tasty wellness products in consumer-friendly formats. In Anaheim, California, US, solutions supporting women’s health, gut microbiome, GLP-1 use, and weight management took center stage. Exhibitors spotlighted nutrient-dense products focusing on protein, postbiotics, probiotics, fiber, natural colors, and clean label solutions. We look back at some of the key innovations and companies at Expo West this year.

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Breaking news: Ingredion and Tate & Lyle in talks over potential takeover
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Tate & Lyle has today confirmed that it is in discussions with US rival Ingredion over a possible takeover. The British food ingredients company says it has received multiple approaches from Ingredion to acquire its business, which it reportedly values at £2.74 billion (US$3.70 billion). According to Tate & Lyle’s statement, Ingredion has made a conditional proposal regarding a possible cash offer for the entire issued and to be issued ordinary share capital of the company.
EU member states endorse simplified organic farming rules ahead of parliament...
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The Council of the EU has agreed its negotiating position on proposed revisions to the EU’s organic production and labeling framework, clearing the way for formal negotiations with the European Parliament later this year.
German court finds Mondelēz misled consumers with Milka “shrinkflation”
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A German court has ruled that Mondelēz misled consumers by cutting the weight of Milka chocolate bars without clearly indicating the change on packaging. The ruling emphasizes the importance of clarity in “shrinkflation,” where products that look the same may contain less or cost more — risking consumer confusion.
Austria Juice’s fermentation slashes sugar in fruit concentrates for EU...
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Austria Juice has unveiled a reduced-sugar fruit juice based on concentrate which it says can cut sugar and calories by nearly 30%. With the EU Breakfast Directive’s deadline approaching, the patent-pending technology ensures the juice stays flavorful while allowing beverage companies to label the product as “reduced-sugar fruit juice from concentrate.”
EFSA assessment sparks calls for glycerol limits in slush drinks amid health...
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Following an assessment, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) recommends that the European Commission consider establishing numerical maximum levels for glycerol in beverages, particularly slush ice drinks consumed by children.
Kyowa Hakko highlights Cognizin citicoline’s science-backed cognitive health...
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Kyowa Hakko USA is spotlighting citicoline’s benefits for cognitive performance and long-term brain health through multiple complementary mechanisms. The supplier will exhibit its citicoline ingredient Cognizin at this week’s Complementary Medicines Australia (CMA) Innovation Day 2026 in Sydney, Australia (May 21). CMA Innovation Day is one of Australia’s annual industry gatherings for the nutraceuticals supply chain, showcasing the latest innovations shaping the market for vitamins, minerals, and supplements in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
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Cargill and Voyage Foods expand cocoa-free confectionery to...
Cargill and Voyage Foods are bringing cocoa-free confectionery alternatives to the North American market, as manufacturers seek greater resilience against cocoa supply volatility, pricing pressures, and climate-related sourcing risks. Through the launch of the NextCoa portfolio in the US, the companies are positioning cocoa-free formulations not as niche novelties, but as commercially scalable ingredients, designed to support flexibility across confectionery and snack applications.
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“Innovation at origin”: IFF’s Madagascar hub to boost...
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) has opened a vanilla innovation center in Madagascar to enhance its ability to “innovate at origin” by tracking vanilla’s journey from extraction to flavor creation. The innovation hub will reportedly help the flavor giant strengthen the sustainability and resilience of one of the world’s most complex natural ingredients.
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Vitafoods Europe 2026: From Starbucks protein foam to bone...
Health ingredients are getting delicious makeovers as the food and supplement industries increasingly converge. This notion was highlighted at Vitafoods Europe 2026, which took place in Barcelona, Spain, May 5–7. Food Ingredients First walked the show floor, where suppliers demoed fizzing probiotics, slurpable vitamin jellies, and an array of beverages, bars, and RTM soups packed with protein.

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Next-gen taste enhancementsMay2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that consumers value rich flavor and taste to enhance their food and beverage experience. This has driven growth in product launches featuring flavor enhancers, with ...

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Food packaging trends May 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 5% compound annual growth in F&B launches between April 2021 and March 2026. The top packaging types were flat pouch, folded box, and bottle. More than half of launches were packed in plastic, while molded fiber packaging shows strong growth. Recyclable remained the top environmental claim, as reusable claims gain traction.

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Innovative chocolate applicationsMay 2026

Innova data shows an increase in chocolate product launches globally. One-third of these launches were in a chocolate block format, while wrapped chocolate pieces emerged as the fastest-growing format. “Vegetarian” was the leading claim for chocolate, and nut flavor was the most popular flavor.

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Vitafoods Europe 2026: How ADM is mainstreaming functional ingredients in F&B

June Lin, vice president of global innovation marketing at ADM, discusses how the company is bringing gut health and metabolic wellness into everyday consumer products, while addressing challenges in taste and texture for proteins, fibers, and bioactives. June also explores the...

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Vitafoods Europe 2026: Faravelli’s 100-year legacy and innovation in functional ingredients
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Vitafoods Europe 2026: Inside Beneo’s ingredient solutions for health-focused F&B
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Vitafoods Europe 2026: Meurens Natural addresses sugar reduction and clean label trends with cereal syrups
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