August 7, 2026 Food News | The Yum Pandemic

Features

Aug 7, 2026 · Feature

Supermarkets Reinvent Amid Rising Disruption

From discounters to digital aisles, traditional grocers are reshaping their playbooks to survive a market that attacks from every angle.

Industry Watch

Aug 7, 2026 · Food Business News

Kraft Heinz Faces Massive Impairment Charge

The food giant is offsetting a 7.4 billion dollar non-cash hit with increased spending on research and marketing.

Aug 7, 2026 · Confectionery News

Food Industry Faces Cybercrime Surge

Major food and beverage brands are becoming primary targets for increasing digital attacks.

Aug 7, 2026 · Food Business News

PureField Ingredients Boosts Carbon Capture

The company has launched a new sequestration facility to enhance its sustainability efforts.

Aug 7, 2026 · Food Business Africa

SumeaWorld Opens New Logistics Hub

A massive new facility has launched within the Jebel Ali Free Zone to streamline global distribution.

Aug 7, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Food Giants Brace for El Nino

Major industry players are diversifying their sourcing to protect supply chains from extreme weather.

Aug 7, 2026 · Food Business Africa

New CEO for New Zealand Winegrowers

Anishka Jelicich takes the helm to lead the organisation through a new period of growth.

Aug 7, 2026 · Food Business News

Shipley Grows US Footprint

The company is increasing its retail presence across the United States alongside a new digital catering tool.

Aug 7, 2026 · Food Safety News

Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Malta Deli

Health officials are investigating four infections tied to a food establishment in Hal Qormi.

Aug 7, 2026 · Food Safety News

Foodborne Illness Spike in South Korea

Health officials have reported an increase in bacterial infections during July.

Aug 7, 2026 · Food Safety News

Taylor Farms Denies Liability in Cyclospora Outbreak

The company is facing scrutiny over a parasite outbreak linked to a facility in central Mexico.

Aug 7, 2026 · Food Safety News

The Gap in Recall Readiness

Industry experts warn that food recall preparedness is often assumed rather than actively measured.

Aug 7, 2026 · Food Safety News

Cyclospora Outbreak Concerns Grow

Critics argue that government agencies have failed to acknowledge the scale of the largest Cyclospora outbreak in US history.

Culture & Dining

Aug 7, 2026 · The Grocer

Wagamama Lands at Birmingham Airport

The Asian-inspired chain has opened its first site at the airport with a new breakfast menu.

Aug 7, 2026 · Bakery and Snacks

EU Approves Mars and Kellanova Merger

The European Commission has cleared the merger between food giants Mars and Kellanova despite initial concerns over market power.

Daily Digest

Aug 7, 2026 · The Grocer

AG Barr Shares Dip Following Logistics Blunder

The Scottish drinks producer has seen its share price fall by 8 per cent after a distribution error impacted sales.

Aug 7, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

After Eight breaks mint tradition

Nestle is introducing new flavours to the After Eight range for the first time in six decades.

Aug 7, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Germany to debut Wegovy pill

Germany will become the first European nation to launch the oral version of Novo Nordisk's weight loss drug.

Aug 7, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

WK Kellogg to ditch artificial dyes early

The cereal giant is accelerating its plan to remove petroleum-based colourants and BHT from its products.

Aug 7, 2026 · BeverageDaily

The New Era of Energy Drinks

Global energy drink recipes are evolving as brands pivot towards natural ingredients and health-conscious formulations.