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The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry
ADM expands regenerative agriculture work in India with new TechnoServe soy farming partnership
ADM has announced a new partnership with international non-profit TechnoServe to advance regenerative agriculture practices among 15,000 new soybean farmers in Maharashtra, India.
May 28
EU pauses fertiliser import tariffs for one year
The EU Council has agreed to suspend customs tariffs for one year on key nitrogen-based fertilisers used in European agricultural production, including fertiliser inputs such as urea and ammonia.
May 27
Beyond thirst: Key takeaways from the UK Soft Drinks Conference 2026
The 26th annual UK Soft Drinks Conference took place on 12 May 2026 in London. From circular economy efforts to premium functional beverage opportunities, we delve into the highlights.
May 25
Germany prioritises alt-protein growth with High-Tech Agenda
The German government has published its new High-Tech Agenda including a Roadmap for Biotechnology, with a focus on accelerating alternative protein innovation.
May 22
Raisio chief executive Pasi Flinkman announces departure
Raisio has revealed that its current chief executive officer, Pasi Flinkman, is leaving the group to pursue a new role with a different company.
May 22
Biospringer by Lesaffre bolsters fermentation portfolio with PTX Food technology acquisition
Biospringer by Lesaffre, a global player in the food fermentation space, has agreed to acquire selected intellectual property and technology of bacteria fermentation specialist PTX Food.
May 20
Kerry Dairy Ireland rebrands as Kinisla and launches €300m growth investment programme
Kerry Dairy Ireland has officially rebranded as Kinisla, unveiling a €300 million investment programme designed to accelerate growth and expand innovation.
May 19
Ardagh Glass Packaging announces new leadership restructuring
Ardagh Glass Packaging (AGP) has announced a restructuring of its management team, along with two new appointments.
May 18
Oishii closes $150m funding round to scale tech-led indoor farming platform
Vertical farming company Oishii has announced the first closing of a $150 million Series C financing round, supporting the scale of its indoor Smart Farm model as the company increases production.
May 14
Ajinomoto Foods North America names Dave Gardner as new president and CEO
Ajinomoto Foods North America has announced the appointment of Dave Gardner as president and chief executive officer, succeeding Hiroshi Kaho.
May 14
Trump lifts tariffs on UK-distilled whisky
US President Donald Trump has removed tariffs on all whisky imports from the UK, giving a welcome boost to distillers in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
May 1
Italian competition watchdog hits snacks ‘cartel’ with €23.3m fine
The Italian competition authority has issued a €23.3 million fine to three leading private label savoury snack manufacturers in the country, finding that they breached competition laws.
Apr 30
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