Growing pains: new issue of just-food out now!
In this issue: why vertical farms need to scale up to succeed, how CPG companies are using dark kitchens, new packaging formats combatting food waste, and more.
Where do you get your protein from? New issue of just-food out now!
In this edition: we look into the nascent alternative-seafood market in Asia, the latest use...
Home is where the work is in the new normal
Lucy Britner investigates how will Covid-19 will shape Big Food’s long-term approach to home and office working, and what impact will these changes have on innovation and company culture.
Producing the goods: Covid-19’s impact on food manufacturing
How could the virus shape, in the longer term, how food companies organise their manufacturing and the products they offer? Simon Creasey explores.
Alive and kicking: which health trends will continue post-pandemic?
Andy Coyne looks at the health claims made for food products during the Covid-19 crisis and asks whether such products will still be with us in a few years' time.
Latest Deals
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Weekly chart
Countries administering the most Covid-19 vaccine doses so far
| Country | Doses (millions) |
|---|---|
| United States | 149 |
| India | 130 |
| South America | 55 |
| United Kingdom | 35 |
| Brazil | 31 |
| Germany | 25 |
| France | 17 |
| Italy | 16 |
Latest News
Delivery Hero to acquire hugo’s food and grocery delivery business
The deal will further enhance Delivery Hero’s footprint in Central America as well as expand its business to Jamaica.
FDA sets voluntary salt reduction targets for restaurants and food makers
The final guidance is aimed at reducing salt intake by an average of 12% over the next two and a half years.
Wendy’s partners with Google Cloud to create new dining experiences
Using Google Cloud's analytics tool, Wendy's intends to upgrade its operations and create brand-new services.
BurgerFi to acquire casual-dining concept Anthony’s in US
Upon completion of the transaction, BurgerFi will have a total of 177 restaurant locations in the US.
Latest Themes
Kapacity.io Leverages AI to Drive Energy and Emissions Savings for Real Estate
Concept: Czech Y Combinator-backed Kapacity.io has developed an ML-powered software automation layer to provide incentives...
Bedrock Launches RaaS Solution for Ocean Survey
Concept: US ocean bed surveying startup ‘Bedrock Ocean Exploration’ (Bedrock) has launched a marine robotics-as-a-service...
L3Harris Builds Prototype Satellite To Track Hypersonic Weapons
Concept: The US government’s Missile Defense Agency has assigned a contract to Florida’s technological company...
Medtronic Develops Tibial Neuromodulation Device to Treat Incontinence
Concept: Medtronic has developed implantable tibial neuromodulation (TNM) device that aims to offer a therapy...
China imposes $533m fine on food delivery company Meituan
The company was involved in monopolistic practices and reportedly forced restaurants to sell their products through its app.
United Colors of Benetton Opens Sustainable Concept Store
Concept: Italy-based global fashion brand United Colors of Benetton (UCB) has unveiled a sustainable store...
ABB Launches AI-Based Consumption Analytics Software
Concept: Swiss Automation company ABB has launched the ABB Ability Genix Industrial Analytics and AI...
Researchers Replicate Mini Human Lungs to Study Impact on RTI
Concept: Researchers from the University of California San Diego (UCSD) have used adult stem cells...
Expert Commentary & Analysis
View MoreESG in Consumer Goods: Industry Trends
The climate emergency is becoming more apparent leading consumers to demand that companies be more...
McDonald’s to open ‘greenest’ restaurant in the UK to support zero-emissions pledge
Globally, McDonald’s wants to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
ESG in Consumer Goods: Macroeconomic Trends
Fast-moving goods companies (FMCG) need to ensure health and safety for every stakeholder on a...
ESG in Consumer Goods: Technology Trends
Supply chain management is crucial to achieving environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals as lengthy...