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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.
ISM & ProSweets 2025 review: Industry innovates for the future with cocoa-free chocolate and fortified snacks
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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Snacking in the spotlightFeb2025
Innova Market Insights data indicates that texture has become a key factor for consumers seeking indulgent snacks. Between October 2019 and September 2024, snack NPD increased by 3%. Snack nuts and se...
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Valentine's Day Feb 2025
Brands are harnessing color and nostalgia, reviving limited-edition flavors in bold pink and red hues to spark desire and exclusivity. From ruby chocolates to cherry-infused carbonates, seasonal reinventions transform familiar treats into irresistible Valentine’s Day indulgences.
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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.
California-based Chef Robotics has developed an AI-driven robotic assembly system to help food companies tackle labor shortages and to increase production. CEO Rajat Bhageria walks us through how the company’s technology uses robots and computer vision to handle food ingredients while...