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Allergens

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FDA extends deadline as hidden gluten puts regulatory fine-tuning under the spotlight

FDA extends deadline as hidden gluten puts regulatory fine-tuning under the spotlight

08-Apr-2026By Gill Hyslop

FDA allergen threshold guidance could reduce liability for food brands

FDA allergen threshold guidance could reduce liability for food brands

19-Feb-2026By Deniz Ataman

Japan moves to bolster food allergen controls after nut cases spike

Japan moves to bolster food allergen controls after nut cases spike

28-Jan-2026By Pearly Neo

The gluten glitch hiding in compostable packaging

The gluten glitch hiding in compostable packaging

09-Dec-2025By Gill Hyslop

Promotional features

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Nutrient-dense snacking: A new paradigm for GLP-1 consumers

Nutrient-dense snacking: A new paradigm for GLP-1 consumers

Paid for by Nexture

Barley protein: An ancient grain optimized to create healthy, nutritious bakery, cereals, and snacks

Barley protein: An ancient grain optimized to create healthy, nutritious bakery, cereals, and snacks

In paid partnership with ClonBio Foods

Fondant: Supporting the creation of delicious moments of pleasure

Fondant: Supporting the creation of delicious moments of pleasure

Paid for by Südzucker AG

Speciality bread: Bringing together centuries-old traditions with cutting-edge innovation

Speciality bread: Bringing together centuries-old traditions with cutting-edge innovation

Paid for by European Union

Health

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QR codes on-pack: Smart engagement or the next labelling fight?

QR codes on-pack: Smart engagement or the next labelling fight?

22-Apr-2026By Gill Hyslop

How fibre went from forgotten nutrient to consumer obsession

How fibre went from forgotten nutrient to consumer obsession

21-Apr-2026By Megan Tatum

GLP-1-friendly foods are booming – but the label is still taboo

GLP-1-friendly foods are booming – but the label is still taboo

21-Apr-2026By Timothy Inklebarger

The 7 nutrition trends redefining food and drink

The 7 nutrition trends redefining food and drink

21-Apr-2026By Donna Eastlake

Ancient grains

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Why GLP-1s have turned fiber-maxxing into a snacking strategy

Why GLP-1s have turned fiber-maxxing into a snacking strategy

02-Feb-2026By Gill Hyslop

Whole grains: A functional, clean label treasure trove?

Whole grains: A functional, clean label treasure trove?

27-Jan-2026By Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

The 3 nutrients quietly shaping mainstream snacks

The 3 nutrients quietly shaping mainstream snacks

21-Jan-2026By Gill Hyslop

Sustainability

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As EUDR looms, is the world’s most controversial ingredient ready?

As EUDR looms, is the world’s most controversial ingredient ready?

22-Apr-2026By Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

QR codes on-pack: Smart engagement or the next labelling fight?

QR codes on-pack: Smart engagement or the next labelling fight?

22-Apr-2026By Gill Hyslop

Earth Day 2026: ‘Food’s problem isn’t supply – it’s commitment’

Earth Day 2026: ‘Food’s problem isn’t supply – it’s commitment’

22-Apr-2026By Gill Hyslop

World’s first cell-based chocolate bar developed with Mondelēz

World’s first cell-based chocolate bar developed with Mondelēz

21-Apr-2026By Flora Southey

Artisan/craft market

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The ‘cookie economy’ in 7 bites

The ‘cookie economy’ in 7 bites

02-Apr-2026By Gill Hyslop

Easter shopping trends in 2026: Darker, smaller, last minute

Easter shopping trends in 2026: Darker, smaller, last minute

30-Mar-2026By Gill Hyslop

Sourdough is rewriting fibre functionality

Sourdough is rewriting fibre functionality

24-Mar-2026By Gill Hyslop

Clean label

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As food brands tweak child marketing rules, UNICEF’s playbook still holds

As food brands tweak child marketing rules, UNICEF’s playbook still holds

22-Apr-2026By Deniz Ataman

Fermented grape is crushing reformulation’s toughest trade-offs

Fermented grape is crushing reformulation’s toughest trade-offs

15-Apr-2026By Gill Hyslop

Artificial sweeteners: Why the science war is raging on

Artificial sweeteners: Why the science war is raging on

13-Apr-2026By Megan Tatum

Cacao pods and ‘ugly’ potatoes powering the upcycled foods movement

Cacao pods and ‘ugly’ potatoes powering the upcycled foods movement

07-Apr-2026By Timothy Inklebarger

Free-from

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FDA extends deadline as hidden gluten puts regulatory fine-tuning under the spotlight

FDA extends deadline as hidden gluten puts regulatory fine-tuning under the spotlight

08-Apr-2026By Gill Hyslop

Why the FDA is revisiting gluten disclosure

Why the FDA is revisiting gluten disclosure

26-Jan-2026By Deniz Ataman

10 top trends resetting consumer appetite in 2026

10 top trends resetting consumer appetite in 2026

02-Jan-2026By Gill Hyslop

HFSS

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Flashy and sweet: Brands tap health trends in artificial sweetener push

Flashy and sweet: Brands tap health trends in artificial sweetener push

20-Apr-2026By Audrey Yow

Fermented grape is crushing reformulation’s toughest trade-offs

Fermented grape is crushing reformulation’s toughest trade-offs

15-Apr-2026By Gill Hyslop

Why Big Food is reformulating growth not just recipes

Why Big Food is reformulating growth not just recipes

19-Mar-2026By Gill Hyslop

UK obesity epidemic: The UPF scapegoat debate

UK obesity epidemic: The UPF scapegoat debate

05-Mar-2026By Thomas West