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Announcing the 2025 Global Food-Tech Awards (American Heat)
The stage was set for innovation at Future Food-Tech San Francisco as Hydrosome Labs, a groundbreaking start-up based in Chicago, was announced as the winner of the 2025 Global Food-Tech Awards American Heat. This prestigious award, in collaboration …
Pioneering Gut Health for a Better Tomorrow - Innovation Challenge Winner
Future Food-Tech San Francisco proudly crowned Postbiotics Inc. as the winner of the Puratos Innovation Challenge, following a dynamic live pitch session on the summit’s main stage. The challenge, created in partnership with Puratos —a global leader …
Angel Yeast Explores Yeast Protein Innovation and Sustainable Future of Humanity
With the global population projected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, the demand for protein is set to skyrocket—potentially leaving a 250 million-ton gap in supply. Relying solely on livestock to bridge this divide risks exacerbating climate change, re …
Symrise and Infusd Nutrition Announce Groundbreaking Partnership
Symrise and Infusd Nutrition announce groundbreaking partnership to revolutionize nutritional offerings in food, beverage, and supplement markets
Kraft Heinz's Maxine Roman on Accelerating Innovation Through External Partnerships
Companies in the food and agriculture space recognise that staying competitive requires looking beyond their internal teams and engaging the broader ecosystem of start-ups, researchers and industry experts. However, finding the right partner at the r …

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  • Precision fermentation and cultivated meat still have a long way to go before they reach the market. At Future Food-Tech London last month, we sat down with Rodrigo Ledesma-Amaro, who spoke about the challenges around price and scalability, and the initiatives that the UK's Food Standards Agency is implementing to help new products get to market.
  • The European Commission may be ready to wave through Mars’ $36 billion takeover of Kellanova, but in Europe’s snack aisles, the regulator isn’t the kingmaker. The retailers are.
  • Halloween Candy Market Heats Up: Halloween is big business for confectionery, with the market now worth $24bn and set to reach $37bn by 2032. Chocolate remains the top treat, but younger consumers are driving demand for bold, non-traditional flavours and health-conscious options. Innovation is key, with brands launching themed products, nostalgic favourites, and clever collaborations. E-commerce is also reshaping how candy is bought, offering new opportunities for growth.
  • Consumers are demanding more transparency in food labeling, turning to ingredients lists and processing methods for deeper insights. This article explores global trends in food information demand, regional differences—especially in Asia—and how brands can effectively communicate complex data in accessible ways.
  • How new front-of-pack labels aim to highlight ultra-processed foods (UPFs). Explore three emerging labelling schemes designed to help consumers make informed choices about food processing and health.