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

New research from Circana show how different generations are reshaping Europe's foodservice market.

RFID specialist Tageos has launched two microwave-compatible RAIN RFID inlays.

The US Food and Drug Administration has announced that tests of an iceberg lettuce sample from supplier Taylor Farms produced a false positive result for Cyclospora, amid a five-state outbreak that has seen at least 94 people hospitalised.

Yum Brands has entered into definitive agreements to sell Pizza Hut for an aggregate $2.7 billion, subject to certain purchase price adjustments.

Finsbury Food Group has acquired 100% of Flower & White as part of its push into faster-growing bakery segments.

PepsiCo is bringing one of its most recognisable snack brands into the culinary world with the launch of its first restaurant concept dedicated to Lay’s, opening in Madrid, Spain.

Investor Starboard Value has delivered a letter to Lamb Weston, urging the potato product producer to double its current cost savings targets and review its portfolio.

IFE returns to Excel London from 30 March to 01 April 2026 as the UK’s largest and most established product sourcing platform for food and drink.

Linda McCartney Foods has reformulated its Vegemince product to remove gluten and egg, aiming to strengthen its position in the UK school catering market.

Coca-Cola has confirmed it will retain full ownership of Costa Coffee, following months of speculation over a potential divestment of the UK-based café chain.

Sabert Corporation Europe has launched PULPUltra, a next-generation, no-intentionally-added-PFAS food packaging solution, across Europe and the UK & Ireland.

Smithfield Foods will acquire US-based hot dog maker Nathan’s Famous in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $450 million.