Food Industry

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A symbolic image of a grocery store aisle with a red 'X' over a food product, representing the proposed ban on high-fructose corn syrup.
Food

US House bill introduced to restrict high-fructose corn syrup

A bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives aims to ban high-fructose corn syrup from nearly all food products sold across state lines, giving companies two years to reformulate.

Isabella Cortez·September 10, 2026
A decadent chocolate milkshake on a fast-food tray, surrounded by burger wrappers and a half-eaten burger, symbolizing indulgence and nutritional cost.
Food

Fast Food Desserts: Flavor, Indulgence, and Nutritional Costs

A Small Chocolate Shake from McDonald's packs 530 calories and 73g of sugar, more than double the daily recommended added sugar intake for many adults.

Isabella Cortez·September 6, 2026
A bustling farmers market scene with fresh, colorful produce and happy consumers, representing the clean label movement in food.
Brands

What is the Clean Label Movement in Food and Why Does it Matter?

The clean label ingredients market is projected to reach a staggering US$84.

Ryan Patel·September 5, 2026
A consumer carefully inspects a food product label at a farmers market, surrounded by fresh produce, seeking clear sustainability information.
Brands

What are the criteria for sustainable and ethical food brands?

Nearly four in 10 packaged food products sold in Sydney supermarkets carry some form of sustainability claim, yet most of these declarations lack independent verification, leaving consumers to navigat

Daniel Moretti·September 4, 2026
A modern food manufacturing facility with advanced machinery, symbolizing the large-scale reduction of sugar and sodium in packaged goods.
Trends

Food Giants Cut Sugar & Sodium by a Third Amid Health Rules

Major food manufacturers have adopted global nutrition targets for saturated fat, total sugars, and sodium in packaged goods, leading to reductions of up to one-third in sugar and sodium in selected m

Lauren Fisk·August 30, 2026
Diverse shoppers carefully selecting fresh, organic produce at a bustling farmers market, emphasizing conscious food choices and community.
Brands

What is Conscious Consumerism in Food and Wellness?

In 2021, Keurig Dr Pepper faced a $10 million settlement for falsely labeling its K-Cup pods as recyclable, a stark reminder of how easily consumers can be misled by corporate sustainability claims.

Daniel Moretti·August 28, 2026
A bustling farmer's market scene showcasing fresh produce and transparent labeling, with shoppers engaging with vendors about product origins.
Brands

What is Brand Transparency in Food and Wellness?

A staggering 99 percent of consumers demand transparency for their fresh food products, a near-universal expectation brands must meet to earn trust, according to Why Transparency Matters to...

Daniel Moretti·August 28, 2026
A child is tempted by unhealthy snacks amidst a chaotic background of food advertising, illustrating the impact of marketing on children's choices.
Brands

Food brands exploit 'soft claims' to push unhealthy products, harming children.

Over 80% of food advertising promotes fast food, sugary drinks, candy, and unhealthy snacks, directly influencing children's dietary choices, according to the UConn Rudd Center .

Daniel Moretti·August 27, 2026
A farmer practicing regenerative agriculture in a healthy field, with a sustainable food processing facility in the background, highlighting the link between farming and eco-friendly food brands.
Brands

What are regenerative agriculture benefits for sustainable food brands?

By 2050, regenerative annual cropping could reduce or sequester 14.

Daniel Moretti·August 12, 2026
Split image contrasting a healthy farm with a polluting factory, symbolizing greenwashing in the food and wellness industry.
Brands

Understanding Greenwashing in Food and Wellness

In 2023, the 'Food & Drug Retail' industry saw its percentage of reputational laundering mentions more than triple, according to Sesamm .

Daniel Moretti·August 5, 2026
A visually appealing arrangement of sustainable food products, including fresh produce and plant-based alternatives, bathed in natural sunlight.
Brands

Top 3 Sustainable Food Brands Leading the Charge

Global investment in the alternative protein sector surged to a peak of $5.

Daniel Moretti·August 5, 2026
Diverse individuals in a bright setting discussing ethical food and wellness brand partnerships with fresh produce.
Brands

What are ethical brand partnerships in food and wellness for 2026?

Consumers are now acutely aware of food origins, directly forcing brands to overhaul sourcing practices.

Daniel Moretti·August 3, 2026
Diverse farmers and workers collaborating to sort and pack imperfect bananas, symbolizing ethical sourcing and waste reduction in the food industry.
Brands

What are ethical sourcing practices in the food industry?

Barnana, a snack company, buys imperfect bananas and plantains from smallholder and indigenous farmers at 30% above market prices.

Daniel Moretti·August 1, 2026
A toddler's high chair filled with an excessive amount of colorful, packaged ultra-processed snacks and drinks, highlighting a concerning dietary trend.
Nutrition

New Study Reveals Ultra-Processed Foods Dominate Toddler Diets

In a recent audit of 21 Texas grocery stores, a staggering 81% of 2,783 toddler food products were classified as ultra-processed, with 49% failing to meet basic World Health Organization (WHO) nutriti

Ryan Patel·July 30, 2026
Close-up of diverse food product labels with certification seals, symbolizing trust and quality in consumer choices.
Brands

What Are Food Certifications and Why Do They Matter for Trust?

A recent study pinpointed the exact factors swaying Italian consumers' certified food purchases, exposing the hidden complexities behind a seemingly simple label.

Daniel Moretti·July 20, 2026
A consumer inspects the ingredient list of a food product at a farmers market, highlighting the clean label movement's focus on transparency and naturalness.
Brands

What Is the Clean Label Movement in Food and Beverage?

Nearly one in three new food and beverage products launched globally now carries a 'clean label' claim, reflecting a significant market shift towards transparency and perceived naturalness.

Daniel Moretti·July 18, 2026
A bustling farmer's market scene with shoppers and a farmer, highlighting fresh produce and a sense of trust and ethical connection.
Brands

What is ethical sourcing in food and why does it matter?

A staggering 72% of U.

Daniel Moretti·July 16, 2026
A bright grocery store aisle showcasing fresh produce and clean-label packaged foods, with consumers making healthy choices.
Brands

What are the criteria and importance of clean label products?

The global clean label foods market, valued at USD 53.

Daniel Moretti·July 14, 2026
A cafeteria serving line with unappealing trays of pasta, highlighting the cooling market for plant-based protein pasta despite institutional efforts.
Nutrition

Plant-Based Protein Pasta Market Cools Despite Meat Alternative Hopes

Pulse industry leaders are petitioning the USDA to approve pulse-based pasta and flours for school meals, a strategic push to integrate plant-based protein into institutional settings.

Ryan Patel·July 9, 2026
Nestlé meal preparation contrasted with reduced grocery spending due to GLP-1 weight-loss drug use, highlighting industry adaptation.
Food

Nestlé adjusts recipes for GLP-1 weight-loss drug users

Last year, Eli Lilly's Mounjaro became the world's top-selling pharmaceutical product, generating $35.

Isabella Cortez·July 8, 2026
Food brand packaging line worker examining flimsy biodegradable containers, highlighting challenges in sustainable packaging.
Brands

Biodegradable Packaging: Challenges for Food Brands

The global market for biodegradable packaging is growing, but these materials often come with notable drawbacks.

Daniel Moretti·July 6, 2026
A split image showing an abundance of protein products versus a lack of high-fiber options, representing the UK's dietary imbalance.
Nutrition

UK Protein Boom Masks Alarming Fiber Gap in National Diet

In the UK, food manufacturers spent seven times more on marketing protein-fortified products than on high-fiber options last year, even as only 9% of adults meet daily fiber recommendations.

Ryan Patel·July 4, 2026
A futuristic circular economy food market showcasing sustainable practices, reusable packaging, and minimal waste with natural lighting.
Brands

What Are Circular Economy Principles for Food Brands?

Half of the costs of the food system, totalling USD 5.

Daniel Moretti·July 4, 2026
Diverse shoppers at a farmers market thoughtfully selecting fresh produce, with subtle data visualizations in the background representing food sustainability.
Brands

What is Conscious Consumerism in Food and Beverage?

Despite nearly four in ten packaged food products in Sydney supermarkets carrying sustainability claims, items labeled 'environmentally friendly' in categories like meat and confectionery often have h

Daniel Moretti·July 3, 2026
Diverse shoppers at a sunny farmer's market examining fresh produce, with a food brand stall highlighting ethical and sustainable sourcing.
Brands

Ethical Sourcing: The Inevitable Future for Food Brands

The US upcycled food market surged to $109.3 million last year, demonstrating a robust 30.3% increase from the previous year.

Daniel Moretti·July 3, 2026
A bountiful display of fresh, colorful, and ethically sourced food ingredients arranged on a rustic wooden table, with a warm, natural light.
Brands

What is Ethical Sourcing and Why Does it Matter for Food Brands?

In 2019, almost two-thirds of Generation Z respondents were more likely to buy sustainable food, according to statista .

Daniel Moretti·June 30, 2026
Shoppers in a supermarket aisle examining a wide variety of private brand products on well-stocked shelves, indicating increased market share.
Food

Private Brands Surge in Clubs and Supermarkets

In the last 52 weeks, club stores and supermarkets significantly increased their private brand market share in both dollar and unit metrics.

Isabella Cortez·June 26, 2026
Abigail Buckwalter, new CEO of Ocean Spray, looks out over a cranberry bog at sunset, symbolizing a new era for the cooperative.
Wellness

Ocean Spray Names Former Nestlé Exec Abigail Buckwalter CEO

Ocean Spray, the 94-year-old cranberry cooperative owned by over 700 growers, has appointed former Nestlé executive Abigail Buckwalter as its new President and CEO, according to Just-food .

Chloe Bennett·June 26, 2026
Exterior view of Nestlé USA's massive, state-of-the-art automated distribution center in Arvin, California, at dawn.
Food

Nestlé USA opens $330M automated distribution center in California

Nestlé USA has poured over $330 million into a 700,000-square-foot distribution center in Arvin, California.

Isabella Cortez·June 24, 2026
A high-tech security label on a wooden product, showcasing connected product data for enhanced supply chain accuracy and sustainability.
Food

Connected Product Data Boosts Label Accuracy and Sustainability

A new security label, designed to cling to wood in harsh weather, now guarantees digital product data remains accessible from factory to recycling bin, solving a critical challenge for global supply c

Isabella Cortez·June 23, 2026