October 13, 2026 Food News | The Yum Pandemic

Features

Oct 13, 2026 · Feature

When 40,000 Pounds of Ribs Reach the Food Bank Door

A large delivery in Fargo offers a close-up view of how producers, food banks and neighbourhood partners can turn one contribution into meals across many communities.

Industry Watch

Oct 13, 2026 · The Grocer

September food sales rise as shoppers stay cautious

Retail growth remained muted ahead of the Budget, despite an increase in food sales.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food Business Africa

DP World Gains 15-Year Chittagong Terminal Concession

The operator will manage and maintain the New Mooring terminal while the port authority retains ownership.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food Business Africa

Ghana and India Agree Five-Year Agricultural Research Pact

The partnership targets Ghana’s tomato import bill while extending to tuber processing and post-harvest management.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food Business News

Formulators Seek a More Complete Approach to Sleep Support

The discussion centres on broadening the mechanisms used in sleep-support formulations.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food Business News

Physician’s Choice Launches Jelly With Prebiotic Fibre

The new fibre-infused jelly provides 6 grams of prebiotic fibre.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food Safety News

UK Salmonella Data Shows Mixed 2025 Trends

Detections rose among chickens but fell in pigs and raw meat-based pet food.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food Safety News

Irish Strikes Set to Disrupt US Meat Exports

Meat plants have been instructed to halt production for the US market ahead of two planned walkouts.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food Safety News

USDA Expands Deli Counter Testing

The initiative forms part of tighter oversight of Listeria risks in ready-to-eat food facilities.

Culture & Dining

Oct 13, 2026 · Eater

Restaurants build an audience before opening their doors

Behind-the-scenes series are turning the process of creating a restaurant into an early marketing opportunity.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food Dive

Private Equity Firm Acquires Fast-Growing Clio Yogurt Bars

The 11-year-old brand has gained from demand for portable snacks and better-for-you choices.

Oct 13, 2026 · Eater

A Local Food Expert Maps Out 38 of Rome’s Best Restaurants

Eater’s guide spans pizza, pasta, wine and other highlights of the Italian capital’s dining scene.

Oct 13, 2026 · The Grocer

Eaten Alive secures debut supermarket deal with Tesco

The brand is entering 521 Tesco stores after building a presence in the restaurant sector.

Daily Digest

Oct 13, 2026 · BeverageDaily

Beer brand values climb as alcohol-free volumes grow

Brand Finance’s latest ranking highlights a shifting beer market despite pressure on the wider category.

Oct 13, 2026 · The Grocer

Climate-linked productivity slump puts Europe’s food security at risk

A new index warns that Europe is becoming more exposed to disruption caused by climate shocks.

Oct 13, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Mashiro takes wellness drinks into Southeast Asia

The Oita-based brand is expanding its collagen beverages amid rising interest in beauty and sleep-related wellness.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food Dive

B&G Foods abandons Canadian Green Giant sale

The proposed deal with Nortera Foods faced regulatory concerns about prices, consumer choice and competition.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food Dive

PepsiCo targets soft-drinks revival with Poppi plans

The beverage group plans to expand the functional benefits offered by its recently acquired better-for-you soda brand.

Oct 13, 2026 · Food & Beverage Asia

GNT’s Carbon Footprint Method Gains Independent Verification

The methodology measures lifecycle emissions associated with the company’s plant-based colouring ingredients.

Oct 13, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Health and Innovation Shape Japan’s Food Sector

Nutrition trends, commercial forces and sustainability pressures are influencing food and drink in Japan and across Asia.