The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry

As the alt-dairy industry works to bolster its resilience in the face of challenges such as labelling legislation and sensory hurdles, this exclusive feature from FoodBev Media's The Plant Base magazine takes a deep dive into the current state of the market.

Kieran Fisher, founder of Warrior, explores why the creatine category is booming, who the new consumer base is and how functional formats are reshaping its future.

Jeff Dumbrell, chief revenue officer at 365 Retail Markets, speaks to Refreshment about the rationale behind the acquisition, the priorities for integration and how data, AI and automation could shape the next phase of the sector.

Can the dairy industry keep up with the increasing demand for whey amid the rising demand for protein-boosted food and beverages? FoodBev's Leah Smith reports.

Marina Migueli, global marketing director for Starches, Protein and Mouthfeel at Tate & Lyle, explores how the use of weight-loss medications has redefined better-for-you options.

Mark Bellamy, strategy director at NewGen, explains how food and beverage products have become key markers of taste and cultural credibility – and what opportunities this creates for F&B brands.

Multi-layered textures, unique inclusions and luxurious, premium flavours are elevating today’s ice cream innovations, transforming them from basic summer snacking staples into immersive, sensory-led eating experiences for all occasions.

Michael J Skoler, CEO of Sokolove Law, explores how formulation expertise migrated from 'Big Tobacco' into the food industry, and why it is now central to a growing wave of litigation.

Frances Musgrave, tea sourcing manager at Finlay Beverages, explores what matcha's drastic rise in popularity means for global tea supply chains.

Food safety expert Santoshi Muriki breaks down the real mechanics of operational technology risk and what a mid-size manufacturer can do without a seven-figure security budget.

In this instalment of Start-up of the Month we speak to Josh Hillier, co-founder of Bevi Drinks, an alcohol brand built with today's Gen Z consumers' 'pre-drinking' behaviours in mind.

Rob Allen, divisional manager for packing solutions at Interfood Technology, explores how manufacturers are investing in smarter, data-driven packaging.