Author: Nila Kartika Wati

The seemingly minor alteration in a beloved confection has ignited a global conversation, not just about taste, but about the profound and often invisible impact of climate change on the very foods we cherish. When Brad Reese, grandson of H.B. Reese, the inventor of the iconic peanut butter cup, publicly expressed his dismay over the…

The snack aisle is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by a burgeoning consumer demand for functional ingredients and healthier formulations. In a move that directly taps into this evolving market, PepsiCo’s iconic Doritos brand is launching "Doritos Protein," a new line designed to deliver the brand’s signature bold flavors with an added protein punch. This…

Beyond Meat, a company that once stood as a vanguard in the plant-based meat revolution, is embarking on a significant strategic and rebranding initiative, officially changing its name to Beyond The Plant Protein Co. This pivotal shift, effective March 6, 2026, signals the company’s deliberate move to broaden its product portfolio beyond its foundational plant-based…

Anaheim, Calif. – In a beverage landscape often dominated by established giants and the ubiquitous appeal of coconut water, a new contender is making a significant splash, leveraging a unique botanical base and a constellation of celebrity backing. Caliwater, founded on the innovative premise of "Why coconut when you could cactus?", has rapidly emerged as…

The food and beverage industries are experiencing a seismic shift, with agile, independent brands outperforming established giants and capturing a substantial portion of market growth. According to a comprehensive study released by Bain & Company on March 5, 2026, these "insurgent brands" accounted for a remarkable 25% of the total growth within the food sector…

America’s relentless appetite for protein, coupled with mounting environmental pressures and evolving consumer demands, is propelling precision fermentation into the spotlight as a transformative technology poised to revolutionize food ingredient production. This sophisticated bio-manufacturing process, while rooted in decades of scientific understanding, is now being harnessed by innovative startups and established industry giants alike to…

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its latest Food Price Outlook, projecting a complex landscape for consumer grocery budgets in 2026. While overall food-at-home inflation is expected to moderate compared to recent historical trends, specific categories are poised for significant price acceleration. Beef and veal, non-alcoholic beverages, and sugar and sweets are…

Waiakea Hawaiian Volcanic Beverages is redefining industry standards for sustainability, pushing beyond its established role as a provider of premium bottled water and small-batch coffee. The company is making significant strides in revolutionizing the beverage sector’s approach to environmental responsibility, most recently with the commercial debut of labels printed with algae-based ink. This innovation, developed…

General Mills is set to achieve a substantial reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and secure long-term utility cost savings through a new partnership with Unison Energy. This collaboration will see the implementation of an on-site combined heat and power (CHP) system at one of the food giant’s largest manufacturing facilities, located in Hannibal, Mississippi. The…

In a significant strategic maneuver aimed at diversifying its revenue streams and amplifying its global footprint, cannabis and alcohol conglomerate Tilray Brands has announced the acquisition of the embattled UK-based beer giant, BrewDog. The deal, valued at approximately $44 million, is poised to propel Tilray’s annual global beverage revenue to an impressive $500 million, marking…