Saputo’s UK exit begs questions over North America M&A aspirations
Saputo has not hidden its M&A ambitions and the sale of its UK business to acquisitive Lactalis may well be a precursor to forthcoming deals. The post Saputo’s UK exit begs…
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UK food inflation defies forecasts as supermarket price war keeps lid on rises
UK food inflation has remained significantly lower than expected as fierce supermarket competition and shoppers’ resistance to higher prices force grocers and suppliers to absorb…
FDA lays out plan to close ingredients ‘loophole’ targeted by RFK Jr
The agency released a proposal requiring companies to provide more information on chemicals self-affirmed as safe under the controversial GRAS framework.
Decades Of Farm Gains, Inventories Strengthen Food System Against 'Super' El Niño
Near-record inventories, technological advances and the rise of exporters have made the global food system more resilient to 'super' El Niñ...
Strengthening chain of custody throughout the dairy supply chain
Dairy processors devote significant resources to food safety and quality within their facilities. Yet once a shipment leaves the loading dock, responsibility often passes through…
Winning Halloween: How Gen Z’s spooky summers are driving growth
76% of Gen Z want year-round Halloween candy, fueling America’s longest shopping season.
Ingredient companies expanding reach
Ingredient suppliers announced FEMA GRAS approvals and Prebiotic Verified certification.
Mexico's Largest Meat Exporter SuKarne Explores Sale, Sources Say
Mexican meat exporter SuKarne is exploring a sale that could value the company at over $2 billion, according to sources.
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.
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.
How executives with international experience give grocers a critical edge
New Kroger CEO Greg Foran is just one of a growing number of top-level executives at U.S. food retailers who previously worked outside the country.