The a2 Milk Company’s new research findings to drive US growth, innovation pipeline
New Zealand dairy nutrition firm The a2 Milk Company’s recently released research results are set to drive growth in the US market and shape its innovation pipeline.
Dairy drinks
5 food ingredients for bone health – what manufacturers need to know
With interest in bone health rising, manufacturers can leverage key ingredients and nutrient combinations to meet demand
Sweetpotato milk first gains big financial backing
Will sweetpotato milk fill a gap in the dairy alternatives space?
Oatly shifts to become a ‘full-on’ beverages company as revenues rise
Oatly, the Swedish oat milk company, is accelerating its transformation into a ‘full on’ beverage company by driven by its “Beverages Playbook” strategy.
Coca-Cola confirms cyberattack as Fairlife operations halted
Coca-Cola confirms ransomware attack on dairy subsidiary Fairlife
Inside the whey protein bottleneck: How processors can find more capacity
Amid booming demand for protein, how can dairy processors unlock capacity without expanding plants?
Pioneers
How Lullaa is taking functional dairy to the next level
Milk already boasts an impressive nutritional profile, but can it compete with kefir, kombucha and protein shakes? Four Leaves Co’s award-winning functional milk offers one answer
Protein claims are transforming dairy – and the numbers prove it
High-protein has become dairy’s most powerful growth engine. But where are the biggest opportunities?
The rise and rise of precision-fermented lactoferrin
Lactoferrin is breaking into the mainstream as precision fermentation makes the ‘miracle molecule’ scalable, animal-free and more affordable
Mintel reveals new multisensory CPG opportunities
Texture, aroma and color are gaining equal footing with taste as brands target viral trends, neurodivergent consumers and GLP-1 users, Mintel finds
Two more Coca-Cola brands reach billion dollar status
Coca-Cola has added a juice and a milk to its roster of billion-dollar brands. How did they reach superstar status?
How RTD is unlocking new opportunities in dairy
From cold coffee to protein shakes, ready-to-drink is emerging as a winning format for dairy brands
From cereulide to botulism: Exposing the fault lines in infant nutrition safety
From recalled product remaining on shelves to weak marketing guidance, regulatory gaps across infant nutrition remain stark
Yakult Europe goes dairy-free with vitality drink launch
Yakult’s latest product launch Vitals is dairy-free, dropping its patented Lactobacillus strain for the first time since the brand’s entry into Europe.
Big Soda spotted it first: Why ultrafiltered milk became a billion‑dollar bet
Ultrafiltered dairy offers a rare mix of growth, margin and modern wellness appeal. Where’s the category headed?
New product development
New beverage launches: English wine, high-ABV beer and more…
From English wine and sparkling innovations to high-ABV beer, RTDs and plant-based protein, producers are pushing into new formats, occasions and consumer needs
RTDs and protein yogurts boost Fonterra as billion‑dollar payout nears
The New Zealand co-op’s next growth phase is backed by protein and cheese demand: but tensions in the Middle East could shake performance later this year
Yeo’s targets smaller packs, global export markets to drive growth
Food and beverage major Yeo’s is eyeing expanded growth via a focus on smaller pack sizes and a stronger global export push across the US and Europe
How Danone is redefining plant-based through a benefit-led strategy
Danone US is taking plant-based nutrition into the sports performance arena as it seeks to deepen the category’s benefit-driven appeal
Inside Emmi’s growth playbook: How the Swiss dairy group is building momentum
The Swiss dairy major shows how to play in both health and indulgence – and win
Why Arla wins through protein and trend-driven drink formats
Arla Foods’ record-breaking 2025 was forged by carefully-executed long-term strategy. Here’s how the dairy co-op has gone from strength to strength
What’s at stake for Danone in 2026?
From maintaining growth in protein and specialized nutrition to propping up plant-based and creamers, here’s what Danone must focus on
Oatly ‘milk’ ban a big win for Big Dairy
The alt dairy maker is barred from using ‘Post Milk Generation’ slogan on products
Nestlé backs global cereulide standards as recalls grow
The Swiss major has joined calls for harmonized safety standards on cereulide, the toxin at the center of a major infant formula recall
Schumacher’s strategy: Five moves to revive Barry Callebaut
New CEO Hein Schumacher enters a company in decline. Here are the five decisive moves that could put the world’s biggest chocolate maker back on track
How Chobani is bringing ‘hunt culture’ to grocery retail
Chobani is translating hype and scarcity economics into everyday grocery categories, reframing its Flavor Drops creamer from a staple product into a discovery-driven experience
Boardroom clash behind Barry Callebaut CEO shake‑up
Leadership shake‑up at Barry Callebaut reveals deeper strategic tensions at the world’s biggest chocolate maker
New safety thresholds for toxin disrupting infant formula sector
It’s hoped EFSA’s proposed limits will offer clarity for manufacturers and regulators alike
How coffee creamer brands stay top of mind
From Chobani to International Delight, creamer brands are elevating their product development and marketing tactics to keep shoppers onboard
From regulatory gaps to litigation: What we know about the infant formula recalls
Manufacturers and food safety authorities are under fire after a toxin was discovered in infant formula batches. Here’s what we know so far
Opinion
Infant formula crisis: Why comms preparedness is no longer optional
Nestlé, Danone and Lactalis are navigating one of the biggest crises in food and drink this year, so what next for the communications strategy?
How whey powers the next wave of innovation
The dairy by-product has turned into a billion-dollar platform powering biotech, biofuels and much more beyond food and beverage
How coffee creamers became a powerhouse category
Coffee creamers are outperforming much of the dairy aisle – and new products keep pouring in. Where is the category headed?
Winter Fancy Faire
Dry oat milk ‘slices’ promise a step-change in plant-based beverage sustainability
Using a proprietary dry-printing process, Milkadamia’s new oat milk format reduces packaging by 85%, lowers logistics costs and gives retailers a less expensive, more sustainable entry point for plant-based milks
Cocoa crunch: How shortages are rewriting chocolate’s future
As climate, disease and regulation strain global cocoa supply, manufacturers are turning to low‑cocoa and cocoa‑free innovations to protect margins and future-proof their portfolios
Nestlé infant formula recall escalates
Nestlé faces global scrutiny as infant formula recall widens over contamination fears
Medjool dates, saffron and cardamon seeds: Entrepreneur creates flavorful functional alternative to traditional milkshakes
Finance professional turned food entrepreneur Masuma Zahara Bukhari brings an exotic flair to the fast-growing functional dairy-free category
Pecana brings traceable, organic pecan milk to market
The female-led brand is carving out a premium niche as the first certified organic pecan milk, combining farm-to-fridge traceability with a clean-label recipe
How Asahi got Japan hooked on yeast-based milk
The maker of Asahi Super Dry released a unique plant-based drink – and took the Japanese market by storm
How protein powers CPG majors’ expansion plans
Protein remains a cornerstone of innovation for food and beverage brands. Here’s how Danone, PepsiCo and General Mills are exploring the global megatrend
Why Africa is becoming a key frontier for dairy beverages
Health-conscious consumers and shifting diets are fueling Africa’s dairy beverage boom, as local and global players rethink strategies to capture growth
‘A mandate for innovation’: R&D is back at the top of the agenda with UK sugar tax shake up
The UK will extend its sugar tax to include more drinks, including milk-based products. Businesses have two options: take the financial hit - or get back into the lab and innovate
Danone tackles the big question for GLP-1 users: What should they eat?
Grounded in emerging science, Danone’s research and innovation team is developing nutrient-dense products tailored to every stage of the GLP-1 user journey – and meeting the needs of the broader health conscious consumer
World-first barista milk without cows hits the market
A biotech firm has released barista-style milk that’s cow-free and dairy-identical. Can the product make it with consumers?
Soda taxes: Finding the sweet spot between health goals and business growth
Announcing an expanded sugar tax this week, the UK government acknowledges the delicate balance between public health goals and business innovation. How will the new rules affect the market? We crunch the numbers
UK expands sugar tax to include milk-based drinks and RTD coffee
Sugary milk-based drinks will be included in the UK’s Soft Drinks Industry Levy from 2028
Milk-based drinks added to UK sugar tax: Here’s what you need to know
The UK is expanding its Soft Drinks Industry Levy to milk-based drinks. Here are the new rules
Protein and creamers hold back Danone in Q3
Danone is struggling to meet demand for high-protein yogurt while coffee creamers continue to be a drag on performance in North America
Chobani hits back at Danone in trademark infringement case
Danone is ‘weaponizing’ the law to hurt Chobani’s ‘superior’ position in RTD coffee, according to a motion to dismiss filed by La Colombe’s owner
The ‘proteinification’ of everything
Once just a bottle shaker staple, protein is taking on new forms and finding its way into everything from soda to chips to macaroni and cheese.