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October 8, 2026

Features

Oct 8, 2026 · Feature

Fermentation Meets a More Deliberate Future

From fruit-flavoured kombucha to foods kept alive through generations of shared knowledge, fermentation invites us to notice how carefully a familiar transformation can be carried forward.

Industry Watch

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Business Africa

Constellation Brands buys SpikedAde for US$75m

The deal adds the zero-sugar ready-to-drink brand and its growing sports drink segment to the buyer’s portfolio.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Business Africa

Global air cargo demand climbs as capacity tightens

August demand rose by 4.4%, while routes connected to the Middle East remained strained.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Business News

AI and inflation shape early food adopters

Digital technology, economic pressure, online video and home baking are among the forces influencing emerging consumer behaviour.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Industry Executive

Food manufacturers underspend capital budgets

Most of the large food businesses examined spent less than planned in 2025, underlining the vulnerability of approved plant projects.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Business News

Whole Foods Market opens accelerator applications

The retailer is seeking participants for its 2026 Local and Emerging Accelerator Program.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Business News

Private equity company acquires Clio Snacks

The refrigerated Greek yoghurt bar business has secured a new owner.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Safety News

FDA urged to demonstrate Cyclospora prevention progress

Calls for measurable evidence place accountability at the centre of preparations for the next season.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Business News

Coca-Cola leads non-alcoholic beverage brand value

Worldwide recognition and functional benefits are helping to shape value growth across the sector.

Oct 8, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Cost-conscious grocery shoppers widen their search for deals

Consumers are switching brands and visiting different types of retailer as food prices remain a leading concern.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Safety News

Investigators trace multinational Salmonella outbreak to Polish meat

Country-level investigations in Denmark and Austria helped connect 207 patients across 11 countries to the outbreak.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Safety News

FDA starts inspections in two outbreak investigations

One investigation concerns E. coli infections linked to unpasteurised raw milk cheeses distributed across the US.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Safety News

Two hospitalised after botulism cases in Switzerland

Swiss authorities have recalled a product sold at local markets over a suspected link to illnesses in Valais.

Oct 8, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Fifteen suppliers shaping private-label food and drink

Major manufacturers are influencing the global sector through scale, innovation and close retail partnerships.

Daily Digest

Oct 8, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Functional drinks boom offers five lessons for brands

Taste and branding are among the considerations highlighted for companies entering the growing category.

Oct 8, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Nestlé teams up with NBA across 21 markets

The international partnership will connect Milo, Nescau and Nesquik with basketball supporters.

Oct 8, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Diet may help limit weight regain after GLP-1 use

A pilot study suggests dietary intervention could address a significant challenge faced by people after using GLP-1 drugs.

Oct 8, 2026 · FDI Forum

Sojitz takes full ownership of UK seafood processor

The Japanese corporation has acquired Sealaska Foods International Holdings as part of its international expansion.

Oct 8, 2026 · FDI Forum

Jenton wins processing innovation award

Jenton International has been recognised at the 2026 Automate UK Awards.

Oct 8, 2026 · Food Dive

Constellation Brands acquires SpikedAde for $75m

The beer company is expanding into vodka-based sports drinks as demand for ready-to-drink products grows.