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Trump’s USAID freeze puts US$500M of food aid at risk, as industry experts warn of “devastating” impact
Around US$489 million of food assistance in warehouses and transit is at risk of spoilage due to President Donald Trump’s US Agency for International Development (USAID) funding freeze, says the USAID Office of Inspector General (IG). Experts have warned of the catastrophic consequences of dismantling the agency on health and nutrition programs, with stark warnings of human fatalities.
With the cocoa supply chains hit hard by climate change and political and economic unrest in key cocoa-producing regions, the F&B industry is being pushed to revitalize the sector with new innovation approaches, as seen at this year’s ISM and ProSweets 2025. On the show floor in Cologne, Germany, companies presented a bevy of solutions targeting sustainability, cost reduction, production efficiency, and enduring consumer demand for indulgent cocoa and chocolate solutions.
Super Bowl: Surge in chicken wings as carnivore-centric diets gather pace and sustainability challenges rise
Meat proteins maintain their market share as the go-to Super Bowl LIX snacking options this year as US sports fans gear up for Sunday’s big match. Traditionally, chicken wings are the hottest choice for Super Bowl menus, with the National Chicken Council’s (NCC) annual chicken wing report projecting Americans will consume 1.47 billion chicken wings while watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles battle for the Lombardi Trophy.
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Extending Shelf LifeFeb2025
Innova Market Insights data indicates a 5% average annual increase in food & beverage launches featuring preservatives, with natural preservatives driving this trend as consumers prioritize clean-...
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Eco-friendly food Feb 2025
Innova Market Insights data indicates a growth in ethical claims for food & beverage launches globally from October 2019 to September 2024. Bakery (13%) was the leading category for eco-friendly launches, with Hot Drinks showing 11% growth and potential for innovation.
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Chocolate solutionsFeb 2025
Innova Market Insights data indicates that global chocolate launches are increasing, driven by consumers who view chocolate as a source of happiness and comfort.
Japanese confectionery company Morinaga showcased its Hi-Chew chewing candy brand featuring “real fruit flavors and a unique texture” at ISM & ProSweets Cologne 2025. We spoke with Shun Misumi, chief manager for Hi-Chew, about the product’s ingredients and formulation, as well as Morinaga’s...