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Forecasting the future: M&A opportunities in food and beverage for 2025
End-of-year review: Experts at Houlihan Lokey forecast renewed private equity activity, portfolio streamlining and a sustainability focus.
Opinion: The new normal – how no-alcohol options are reshaping drinking culture
As no- and low-alcohol drinks become a staple in modern lifestyles, the category is evolving beyond simple substitutes to offer more options
Start-up of the month: Amulet
Abi Barnes is the founder and CEO of Amulet, a company that has created a fast and portable food allergen and ingredient sensor.
In review: BrauBeviale 2024
BrauBeviale showcased a wide array of beverage solutions. FoodBev Media's Jesús Luna-López explores how the latest innovations are evolving.
Grate expectations: Cheese evolves to meet modern tastes
The stringiness of mozzarella on a pizza, the satisfying melt of cheddar in a toastie, or the rich crumble of parmesan over pasta...
Opinion: Pigs in blankets to plant-based feasts - Festive meat trends shaping winter 2024
Jason Winstanley, head of research and insights at Pilgrim’s Europe, explores the meaty trends shaping the holidays in 2024 and beyond.
Managing short product lifecycles: Adapting to demand in a rapidly evolving market
The F&B industry is no stranger to the intense pressures of short product lifecycles, but the festive season amplifies these challenges.
Opinion: Meeting food retailer requirements for foreign object detection
In this post, Kim Durkot from Themo Fishe explores how rising food recalls drive EU/US retailer standards with metal detection & X-ray tech.
January 2025 Crunchtime poll: Gender equality
Crunchtime is an interactive podcast series designed for professionals within the food and beverage industry.
Podcast: Stepping into the future of protein with Steakholder Foods
Arik Kaufman, CEO & co-founder of Steakholder Foods, explore the cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of food production.
Opinion: What beverage trends are shaping consumer connections and experiences?
Opinion: Sian Edwards, director of strategy and insights at Finlays, highlights the key shifts shaping the beverage market in 2025.
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