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• Bakery brands secure retail listings for new products - bakeryinfo.co.uk

  17-05-2024 10:31
  
  Bakery brands secure retail listings for new products  bakeryinfo.co.uk
  
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• Terry Smith accuses Unilever of misleading shareholders

  09-07-2026 13:46 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Fundsmith founder Terry Smith has accused Unilever of misleading shareholders over its planned Foods merger with McCormick, questioning the company's strategy shift, governance and the influence of activist investor Nelson Peltz.
  
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• Nestlé to axe artificial colours worldwide in industry first

  01-07-2026 11:49 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Nestlé will eliminate artificial food colourings from all products worldwide by the end of 2026, becoming the first major food company to make such a global commitment as consumer demand for clean-label products grows.
  
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• BrewDog CEO James Taylor steps down from role

  01-07-2026 10:06 via morningadvertiser.co.uk
  
  James Taylor departs BrewDog as Tilray restructures leadership post-acquisition, removing need for CEO role amid £50m investment and ongoing business overhaul.
  
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• 5 food trends driven by lifestyle shifts around the world

  01-07-2026 06:03 via foodnavigator-asia.com
  
  Convenience, wellness and cultural identity are reshaping what people eat, driving five global food trends influencing brands today.
  
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• Tate & Lyle, Ingredion and the new ingredients land grab

  30-06-2026 09:51 via bakeryandsnacks.com
  
  Ingredion's planned acquisition of Tate & Lyle reflects a wider shift in the ingredients industry as companies race to lead reformulation, fibre innovation and food technology.
  
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• Former Nestlé CEO in legal dispute with Swiss food giant following sacking

  25-06-2026 22:33 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Former Nestlé CEO Laurent Freixe is reportedly pursuing legal action against the company to recover forfeited bonuses and unvested shares after his dismissal over a relationship with a subordinate, arguing the move unfairly harmed his reputation and career prospects.
  
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• Nutri-Score in the dock: Why Lactalis is taking it to court

  25-06-2026 14:29 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Dairy giant Lactalis has taken Nutri-Score to court. And not just any court but the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU). Lactalis claims that the front-of-pack labelling system not only unfairly discriminates against dairy, but also oversimplifies nutrition in general, and thus fails to live up to the EU's regulations on packaging information.
  
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• Nestlé combines comms and ESG in strategic leadership shift

  25-06-2026 04:54 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Nestlé appoints Antonia Wanner as chief communications and sustainability officer, signalling a strategic shift to integrate sustainability and corporate messaging to drive stakeholder trust and long-term value.
  
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• Hershey appoints PepsiCo veteran to drive next phase of growth

  24-06-2026 16:07 via confectionerynews.com
  
  Hershey appoints former PepsiCo executive Heather Hoytink as US president, signalling a strategic push to accelerate growth and strengthen commercial execution.
  
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• A decade of Brexit: 10 major impacts on F&B

  24-06-2026 10:15 via foodnavigator.com
  
  It is ten years since Brexit - since the UK left the EU. How has food and beverage been affected? Brexit has caused divergence in regulation, impacted food prices and the availability of labour, and made EU/UK trade more complex. But at the same time, much has remained the same.
  
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• British EUDR? UK government to introduce anti-deforestation rules

  23-06-2026 14:52 via foodnavigator.com
  
  In Europe, the EUDR, the EU's anti-deforestation regulation, fast approaches. Now, the UK has announced its own rules. While the details of the rules have yet to be solidified, it will cover coffee, cocoa, palm oil, soy and rubber, and will apply in Great Britain (the UK excluding Northern Ireland, where the EUDR will apply).
  
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• Kraft Heinz overhauls global structure amid split uncertainty

  23-06-2026 12:56 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Kraft Heinz overhauls global structure, merging supply chain and procurement and creating three regions, as plans to split the business remain on hold.
  
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• Danone to acquire Made Group

  22-06-2026 13:13 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Dairy major Danone has announced that it will acquire Made Group, an Australian company selling health-focused dairy products. This will help the French multinational strengthen its presence in Asia Pacific, as Made Group has presence in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.
  
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• Why is Ingredion taking over Tate & Lyle?

  18-06-2026 17:16 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Why is Ingredion acquiring Tate & Lyle? The two companies are compatible, with Tate & Lyle's focus on mouthfeel and fibre complementing Ingredion's speciality texturisers and plant-based offerings. For Ingredion, the deal bolsters its strategy on texture; for Tate & Lyle, it gives access to greater scale.
  
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• Mars goes all in on renewables as emissions fall and growth climbs

  17-06-2026 18:08 via confectionerynews.com
  
  Mars hits 100% renewable electricity across US operations, cutting emissions while growing the business and scaling clean energy and regenerative agriculture.
  
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• Nestlé Waters sale tested as buyers weigh risks

  17-06-2026 16:47 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Legal scrutiny and environmental allegations cloud Nestlé’s Waters sale, leaving the industry watching whether the exit will be partial or complete.
  
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• Mondelēz reveals taste is no longer king in snacking

  17-06-2026 15:59 via bakeryandsnacks.com
  
  The 2026 State of Snacking report explores why consumers increasingly discover food visually, value texture and make purchasing decisions driven by comfort, reward and connection.
  
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• Can Ebola disrupt coffee prices and stocks?

  12-06-2026 20:56 via dairyreporter.com
  
  As Ebola prompts border restrictions in Uganda, analysts warn of potential supply risks—but bumper harvests in top exporters could stabilise global coffee markets.
  
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• 6 ways to keep microplastics out of food and drink

  12-06-2026 17:14 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Products from Nestlé Gerber and Danone were recently found to contain microplastics. But how can food companies keep microplastics out of food? One method is simply to use different coatings for packaging that are less likely to generate microplastics, or source ingredients with lower microplastic contamination. Failing that, they should reduce risks within the production process, use water filtration to prevent microplastics getting into food, and monitor intently for microplastics. Fina
  
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• Hidden plastics: tackling the drinks packaging problem

  11-06-2026 10:39 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Plastics are often found in places consumers don't expect, as inner layers in cans, cartons and pouches that appear plastic-free. They're there for durability and shelf-life. Yet most consumers are unaware of this, meaning a disconnect is created between perception and reality when it comes to plastic use.
  
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• Ethics alone don’t sell: why plant-based meat needs a rethink

  11-06-2026 10:08 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Plant-based meat manufacturers often promote their products as better for the environment, a more 'ethical' option. But this is not how most consumers think; they are looking for benefits to themselves.
  
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• What foods do GLP-1 users actually like?

  09-06-2026 09:53 via foodnavigator.com
  
  GLP-1 users are increasingly gravitating towards foods with can supply them with the nutrients they need, especially those with high fibre and protein content. However, this does not mean that taste is no longer a factor. Users are especially attracted to foods with lighter textures which are easier to eat, such as yoghurt, kefir, soup, fruit and veg. Indulgence remains popular as well, but in a different way: GLP-1 users are driving growth in premium chocolate, for example.
  
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• Fibre surge driven by gut health and functional boom

  05-06-2026 18:08 via foodnavigator.com
  
  The demand for fibre is growing significantly, as consumers embrace it after years of neglect. While the online fibremaxxing trend brought it into the spotlight, this may be short lived, believes Innova's Mimi Bonnett, although its impact on how fibre is perceived - dispersing the narrative of unpleasantness around it and its association with digestion - will likely be long-term. The main drivers of demand are functional health factors, particularly gut health. Products with added fibre are actu
  
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• Nestlé snaps up smart food brand Yfood

  03-06-2026 14:03 via beveragedaily.com
  
  Nestle's acquistion of Yfood follow's Danone's acquisition of Huel: as the opportunities for meal replacement, nutrition drinks and protein beverages powers up
  
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• Nestlé doubles down on growth in bold strategy shift

  03-06-2026 13:59 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Nestlé is shifting back to volume‑led growth, doubling down on coffee, confectionery and emerging markets as it sharpens focus and streamlines its portfolio.
  
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• How the Arla–DMK merger will strengthen Europe’s whey power

  01-06-2026 21:13 via dairyreporter.com
  
  The Arla-DMK merger boosts Europe’s whey capacity, strengthening its position in the global protein market and accelerating high-value dairy growth.
  
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• Nestlé and Danone: Baby food pouches under fire as microplastics found

  22-05-2026 14:07 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Microplastics found in Nestlé and Danone baby food pouches raise concerns over packaging safety, industry standards, and growing pressure for reform and transparency.
  
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• Is the Magnum Ice Cream Company ready to thrive?

  21-05-2026 19:09 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Recent reports have suggested that private equity firms such as Blackstone and CD&R have recently expressed interest in The Magnum Ice Cream Company. The company's share price has been low for some time, indicating that it's struggling since it was demerged from its former parent, Unilever. However, several structural factors may have contributed to the new company's performance.
  
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• “Viennoiserie @ The bakery by Joost Arijs met Brent Maes en Nick van Hoecke” - Bakkers in bedrijf

  21-05-2026 13:04
  “Viennoiserie @ The bakery by Joost Arijs met Brent Maes en Nick van Hoecke”  Bakkers in bedrijf
  
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