The biggest food M&A deals of 2026 so far
Companies focused on clean-label ingredients and high-protein made up the bulk of acquisition activity as big brands strategically capitalize on new trends.
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Big Food fills up on DTC sales
While sales directly from brands' digital platforms are unlikely to ever top brick-and-mortar, they allow food manufacturers to connect with consumers and test new products.
Hochdorf Swiss Nutrition forms infant-formula JV with Pharmalys
Dairy group Hochdorf is setting up a venture with infant-formula business Pharmalys Laboratories. The post Hochdorf Swiss Nutrition forms infant-formula JV with Pharmalys appeared…
World Faces Fresh Food Price Surge, FAO Warns
Wars in Iran and Ukraine, combined with El Niño and lower crop yields, could trigger another surge in global food inflation, FAO warns.
Kellogg’s backs STV’s Big Scottish Breakfast campaign
Kellogg’s has announced a partnership with STV to support the Children’s Appeal breakfast campaign for the 4th consecutive year. The cereal giant is set to match every £1 raised…
UK on brink of decades-low cereal crop – research
The UK faces its worst cereal and oilseed harvests in decades as heatwaves and droughts cut yields, a non-profit has warned. The post UK on brink of decades-low cereal crop –…
Fairfields Farm brings back festive crisp flavour for Christmas 2026
Fairfields Farm will bring back its limited-edition Honey Roasted Chestnut & Sage crisps in September, following the flavour’s debut last year. The festive variety will be…
FrieslandCampina H1 Operating Profit Declines As Basic Dairy Prices Fall
FrieslandCampina has recorded a decline in operating profit to €269 million in the first half of 2026, amid falling prices for dairy products.
America’s favorite scoop shops: Yelp reveals the list
Let's take a look at a new report from Yelp, which offered the 50 most "saved" ice cream shops in the United States as we give scoop shops some love.
Tyson suggests high beef prices face long recovery
The meat giant said the Trump administration's efforts to boost supply are unlikely to make a significant impact in the near-term.
Chobani faces revived lawsuit claiming ‘zero sugar’ label deceived consumers
A judge ruled the complaint could continue after the FDA said allulose counted as a sugar despite past enforcement discretion guidance.
US cyclosporiasis outbreak: deaths announced in Michigan
Michigan health officials have confirmed two deaths from cyclosporiasis, marking the first fatalities linked to the nationwide outbreak. The post US cyclosporiasis outbreak…