The move is part of the Special K, Coco Pops and Corn Flakes maker’s drive to become a more inclusive employer: recognising that a university degree doesn’t always have a correlation to the contribution that someone can make within a role.
The UK speciality flour producer has launched a Baker in Training Development Scheme to encourage more people to turn their passion for home baking into a successful career - and wants to hear from bakeries keen in providing work experience.
Most countries are yet to realise the full potential of including food systems in their climate action plans, according to a new report calling for food and agriculture to be at the heart of discussions.
People who consumed foods with medium and high levels of live microbes had better health markers, including decreased blood pressure, BMI and insulin levels, says a recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition.
In the highly competitive, complex landscape manufacturers are now in, product acceptance is more than ever about the emotions a product generates, FoodNavigator hears.
The Scottish Government has outlined a new approach to turn research into successful products, encourage more businesses to innovate and improve productivity.
T. Hasegawa USA is ramping up its mission to ‘make life taste better’ through next gen tech innovations that not only perfectly replicate the flavours of nature, but pinpoint specific nuances, which could be a game-changer in getting your baked treat...
Rising costs of cocoa on the commodity markets could push up the cost of chocolate in the coming months, according to data from the consumer intelligence database NielsenIQ
Found in the forests of South and South East Asia, the Madhūka flower provides a versatile ingredient that can be used as nibs for cereals, snacks and museli, as powder for coffee and milkshakes, and as tea. Now, ōForest, a new brand, is bringing it to...
The breakfast cereal giant has joined forces with one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world to launch Kellogg’s Hershey’s Chocos on the Indian market.
Malaysia-based Miaow Miaow says taste still tops health claims in the snacking category as it prioritises marketing campaigns for greater brand awareness in its key regional export markets.
Nestlé has announced that it will partner with Yield Lab Latam, a Latin American venture capital fund, to work on sustainable packaging and regenerative farming. Yield Lab Latam provides funding to agri-food companies across Latin America, connecting...
Research by pastry and dough manufacturer BakeAway has revealed that Britain is a nation of bakers - with almost a third deeming themselves ‘experts’ - but there remains a marked lack of interest in taking it up as a profession.
Soaring energy and ingredient prices, the cost of living crisis, labour shortages and the UK Government’s HFSS regulations - the craft bakery sector has been bombarded with one challenge after another. However, Karen Dear, recently appointed CEO of the...
Napolina-owner Princes Group has completed what it claims is a first-of-its-kind Human Rights Impact Assessment (HRIA) into pulses from Argentina – taking a major step forward in evolving its approach to human rights due diligence and supply chain transparency.
The research will look into bioactives in Blue Diamond’s almond supply, opening up new insights for the company to explore innovations in consumer health.
After losing its 2022 court case against the UK Government's high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) guidelines, the breakfast cereal giant is making sure its best-selling kids’ cereal brand is on point with yet more HFSS-compliant introductions.
PepsiCo said the £58m investment - the snacking giant’s biggest in the UK for 25 years - will help secure the future of the Leicester factory and position the Walkers brand for further growth in the long term.
Cash strapped British consumers are switching away from products which have been downsized by manufacturers in favour of buying products in bulk which offer better value for money.
Natural cereal brand Three Wishes is tapping into a tried-and-true nostalgic flavor for its latest limited-time-offering with s'mores, as the brand looks to capitalize on the demand for better-for-you and allergen-conscious food products, brand CEO...
Colombian B2B sustainable chocolate brand Cordillera Chocolates is launching a long-term strategy to develop the roles of female cocoa growers with a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship and leadership.
The upcycling of food waste to make new products from staple foods to snacks is emerging as an increasingly popular strategy among food firms in the Asia Pacific region to maximise the potential of production processes.
Purple potatoes protected against disruption of short-chain fatty acid production and gut microbiota brought on by toxic PCB chemicals in a simulated human digestion model, according to a recent study led by McGill University researchers.
Leatherhead Food Research advises food producers - including those in the bakery and snacks sectors - to act now to assess the potential impact of the European Commission’s proposed Green Claims Directive on their products.
Snac International’s annual Legislative Summit - taking place on 6-7 June in Washington, DC - will address pressing key policy issues that are shaping the snack food industry.
While some fear AI spells the end of humanity, others are optimistic the technology will optimise food production and achieve ‘what has previously not been possible’.
As brands seek cultural fluency to develop products for different demographics, Kellogg’s presentation during the Sweets & Snacks Expo explored the various nuances of the multicultural and generational differences of the American snack consumer, specifically...
The global snacking giant has commenced the production of Lay’s and Doritos at its 1bn PLN ($238m) snack plant in the southwestern village of Święte; the company’s biggest investment in the country to date and its first in the EU designed to measure CO2...
The Kellogg’s-owned toaster pastry brand has signed a multi-year agreement with Florida Citrus Sports to become the latest title sponsor of college football, which holds the attendee record among bowl games.
FoodNavigator-USA sat down with Jillian Semaan, VP, sustainability in Ketchum’s food, agriculture and ingredient division, during the Vegan Women Summit in New York City to discuss how food and beverage brands can cultivate an authentic ESG and DEI strategy...
The UK provider of on-the-go and other foodservice products has completed its second project in a phased programme that will see the company generate renewable energy at its sites across the country.
Ingredient supplier Puratos has underlined its commitment to global bakery and confectionery start-ups by launching a new innovation platform at iba’s 2023 flagship event in Germany.
BeyondSKU - a New York-based accelerator for consumer-packaged goods (CPGs) - has issued a callout for F&B startups to apply for the next programme in in September.
With the sale of Emerald Nuts to private label manufacturer Flagstone Foods, Campbell Soup Co. exits one of the few major snacking segments in the US that contracted last year, according to data from consumer research firm Circana, previously known as...
The snacks sector continues to make a massive impact on the US economy, employing 395,000 workers in direct and allied sectors, generating $15 billion in wages and contributing $11 billion in tax revenue.
From 100% sustainably sourced palm oil to slashing food waste internally by 25% to upping the diversity mix across its executive leadership, the Oreo maker is on track with its mission to lead the future of more sustainable snacking.
Annually, around 420,000 people die after consuming contaminated food. These are preventable deaths. To change this status quo and inspire action, in 2018, the United Nation established the World Food Safety Day (WFSD).
Empire Screen Printing - a pioneer of UV LED ink curing technology - prides itself on using environmentally friendly print methods to create eye-catching point-of-purchase (POP) products.
As ProVeg International, a group wanting to replace animal consumption with alternative protein by 50% by 2040, opens an office in Nigeria – where most people already follow a plant rich diet, and where greenhouse gas emissions are low compared to developed...
On 1 October 2023, the UK will ban single-use plastics, with the guidance having been released on 23 May. The EU have also released wide-ranging guidance on plastics.
Whether as daily delights or a moment of self-care, consumers are turning to bakery items in a range of flavors, including established classics and globally inspired tastes, as the overall market also provides better-for-you options, Sarah Hickey, senior...
The first-ever joint Frito-Lay x Quaker US Summer Snack Index shines a light on the snacking supernova and the evolving consumer preferences and habits that will enhance summer experiences.
The Wisconsin-based small batch meat snacks producer is inviting the public to help mark its 75th Anniversary at a free-to-attend music concert by the chart-topping duo in August.
As food prices remain stubbornly high year-over-year, consumers are becoming more sophisticated in how they manage their grocery budgets – allowing them to expand their definition of value beyond the historic combination of price, quantity and quality,...
There’s a big opportunity for the food and beverage industry to launch products and ingredients formulated help meet the specific nutritional requirements of older consumers and help them stay healthier for longer, the recent FoodNavigator Positive Nutrition...
Singapore-based Confetti Snacks’ fruitful venture in the US has given the firm a better understanding of differing consumer demands in the East and West, as well as a boost for its APAC expansion ambitions.
