Archives for April 5, 2023

‘Digitization is an unstoppable trend’: Why PepsiCo is digitalising food banks across Spain

As part of the Community Program of the PepsiCo Foundation in Spain, PepsiCo has been supporting the digital transformation of the biggest food bank in Madrid.

Is MSG making a comeback? Perceptions shift among younger consumers

Monosodium glutamate — better known as MSG — might be shaking off its negative perception as CPG brands look to the ingredient to create savory flavor profiles and products with lower sodium.

Natural Products Expo West

Dip, savory spread sales surge as consumers shake off pandemic era restrictions

Once reserved for special occasions and parties, dips are breaking out as an everyday snack – and in some cases meal – to emerge as a fast-growing category driven by pandemic-fatigue, consumer interest in global flavors and an enviable family-friendly...

Trendspotting for Easter 2023: From seasonal cookie dough to decadent cakes and treats that have little impact on blood sugar

Interview

WCF President Chris Vincent gives first interview to discuss the organisation’s future role in tackling cocoa sustainability and new partnerships with CHOCOA and the NCA

The World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) has announced its next Partnership Meeting will take place in Amsterdam at the Beurs van Berlage (Old Stock Exchange) from 6 to 7 February 2024, immediately followed by the CHOCOA conference, which will take place in the...

Millet measures: India sets new food safety standards for traditional cereal in anticipation of production boom

India has implemented new comprehensive food safety and quality standards for millets in the country in anticipation of a production and demand boom as the United Nations has designated 2023 as the International Year of Millets.