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Steve Statler, CEO of AmbAI, explains how AI, smart sensors and real‑time freshness data are reshaping food safety, sustainability and the global supply chain.

Plant-based meat alternative brand Juicy Marbles has launched Umami Burger in the UK, a new high-protein patty made with a ‘whole-food-forward’ ingredients list.

Better-for-you snacking brand Junkless is expanding its protein bar portfolio with the introduction of a new flavour, Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownie.

China has announced that it will impose provisional anti-subsidy duties of up to 42.7% on dairy products imported from the European Union, intensifying trade tensions widely viewed as retaliation for the EU’s tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles.

A new report from The Vegan Society, unveiled today (2 January 2026) for Veganuary, offers insights into how vegan diets are shaping global culture and F&B industry innovation.

Ready-to-drink brand Nolo has launched what it claims is the UK’s first decaf cold brew oat latte, combining speciality-grade taste with functional prebiotic benefits.

NewPrinces, the parent group of food and beverage group Princes, has acquired 100% of the corporate capital of Italian baby food specialist Plasmon from The Kraft Heinz Company for €124.3 million.

Tony Guilfoyle, CCO at Celsius Energy Drinks, explains how sugar-free products are not only driving market growth and innovation but also signalling a broader movement towards healthier functional beverages that meet the evolving needs of today’s health-conscious consumers.

As we welcome the New Year, we’d like to thank you for your continued trust and support. We wish you a happy, healthy and successful year ahead, and look forward to working together in the months to come. Warmest wishes, The FoodBev team

Cannabis-infused beverages are moving from novelty to legitimate category contender, but with a fragmented policy landscape, the space remains a study in high potential and high risk.