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FMCG industry value growth pegged at 6.2% in September quarter: Bizom
Beverage industry witnessed a mere 0.3 per cent growth due to inclement weather conditions The FMCG industry garnered value growth of 6.2 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in the July-September quarter led by dairy products, staples and chocolates &...

Chinese food and beverage firms flock to Singapore as first step in expansion drive
By Claire Fu and Xinghui Kok SINGAPORE (Reuters) -A record number of Chinese restaurants and cafes have flooded Singapore over the past year, using the island as a test bed for global expansion as they escape pallid consumer demand, extreme price...

Food and beverage marketing fest highlights innovation, growth
Staff Correspondent 12 October, 2025, 22:40 Guests attend the inauguration of ‘Maggi Presents Food & Beverage Marketing Fest 5.0’ at Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel on Saturday. | Press release photo Brand Practitioners Bangladesh organised ‘Maggi...

Protein obsession reshapes food industry
An obsession with protein is reshaping both the food industry and people’s bodies. Protein-infused ice creams, sodas, and even bottled water have become a huge market. “Protein-rich” product sales increased 4.8% year-on-year in the US through...

Trade group sues over West Virginia’s MAHA food dye and preservative ban
By Charles Young, WV News CHARLESTON (WV News) — A national food industry trade group is suing West Virginia over a law banning certain food colorings and preservatives, arguing the measure violates both the state and federal constitutions and...

Cornell training program aims to boost NYS food entrepreneurship
A new Cornell-led training program aims to provide New York food educators and producers with the skills and equipment they need to boost compliance with modern food safety standards and foster the development of innovative food products. Cornell...

What 4 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Amcor
Amcor (NYSE:AMCR) has been analyzed by 4 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish. The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the...
Grow-NY Summit to Award $3 Million to Global Startups Redefining Food, Agriculture and Sustainability
The food and beverage industry stands at a pivotal moment. As consumer demands shift toward sustainability, transparency, and innovation, the next generation of food and agriculture startups are stepping up to meet these challenges head-on. This...

Time Square champions sustainable food practices this World Food Day
Our Local Heroes menu celebrates small businesses and local producers, says F&B Manager, Preshan Pillay October 16 is World Food Day, a global event which serves as a powerful reminder of the critical role that food plays in our lives; beyond...

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Announces 2-Michelin-Starred Kyoto Dining Experience with Chef Takagi Kazuo
The food and beverage industry continues to elevate culinary boundaries, and Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi's latest announcement proves that luxury hospitality is reaching new heights. The iconic Vietnamese hotel has just revealed an exclusive...

Sapphire Princess Unveils Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill: New Culinary Experiences After Drydock Revitalization
The cruise industry continues to elevate its food and beverage offerings, and Princess Cruises just made a major splash. Following a two-week drydock in Portland, Oregon, Sapphire Princess has set sail with two exciting new specialty dining venues...

Vietnamese DRS could unlock circularity for 300,000 bottles and cans
Introducing a deposit return system (DRS) in Vietnam could collect up to 77,000 tonnes of single-use beverage containers annually and keep around 300,000 tonnes in a recycling loop, research from Eunomia suggests. Commissioned by the Norwegian...

Rich’s Unveils Happy Orchard™ Veggie-Boosted Baked Goods: Indulgence with Functional Benefits
The food and beverage industry is experiencing a seismic shift as consumers demand more from their indulgent treats. They want the satisfaction of traditional desserts without compromising their health goals: a challenge that has stumped many food...
Fishers Event Center Takes Food, Beverages Seriously
The Fishers Event Center has unveiled a selection of new elevated food and beverage options heading into its fall season. With an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients and diverse choices, the menu includes concession classics, fresh vegetarian...
ODA, Ohio Ag leaders meet with Taiwan to strengthen agricultural trade partnerships
The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) in partnership with the Ohio Soybean Council and the Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association hosted the Taiwan Ministry of Agriculture to strengthen trade partnerships between Ohio and Taiwan. Ohio’s...


Food-safety tips fresh from the produce department
Staff training keeps knowledge fresh Food-safety training—covering essentials from handwashing to cleaning—is legally required in many parts of Canada for those handling food. Retraining and refreshing also keeps food safety top of mind. “At...

Election 2025: 12 candidates vie for 6 seats on Perkasie Borough Council
PERKASIE — A dozen candidates will be on the ballot for six available seats on the Perkasie Borough Council in the November General Election. In Ward 1, Republican incumbent David Worthington, Republican Csaba Lorinczy, Democrat Lilli Benner and...

Cyngn deploys autonomous DriveMod Tugger with G&J Pepsi
Photo: PepsiCo October 15, 2025 Cyngn has deployed its DriveMod Tugger at G&J Pepsi, the largest independent Pepsi bottler in the United States, expanding its autonomous vehicle technology into beverage warehousing and distribution, according to a...

What’s eating the food capital of Yorkshire?
There’s a class war brewing on the streets of Malton. Since 2012, the picturesque market town has been branded as the “food capital of Yorkshire”. On one street, there’s a traditional butcher’s selling beautifully dressed cuts of meat. Across the...