September 6, 2026 Food News | The Yum Pandemic

Features

Sep 6, 2026 · Feature

Can everyday products still surprise us without losing sight of value?

A chocolate-and-cosmetics partnership, possible savings on plant-based staples and an unusually varied drinks roster put novelty and affordability side by side.

Industry Watch

Sep 6, 2026 · Food Business News

Campbell’s seeks savings after difficult fiscal year

The food group is targeting cost reductions following declines in income and sales during fiscal 2026.

Sep 6, 2026 · Food Business News

Hershey names Dave Hulays as new finance chief

Dave Hulays is set to succeed Steve Voskuil as Hershey’s chief financial officer.

Sep 6, 2026 · Just Food

Campbell’s seeks further savings as recovery stalls

Another snacks factory is set to close as the company forecasts a further year of weaker sales and profit.

Sep 6, 2026 · Just Food

Report urges UK to learn from overseas food systems

International lessons could help protect the country’s food supply chain from disruption.

Sep 6, 2026 · Food Business Africa

Tilaknagar buys 30% stake in Black Tiger Distilleries

The US$2.3m investment takes the company into agave-based spirits for the first time.

Sep 6, 2026 · Food Business Africa

CVH Spirits expands South African single malt distribution

A partnership with Truman & Orange will extend nationwide availability of the Scotch specialist’s portfolio.

Sep 6, 2026 · Food Business Africa

Nestlé commits US$383m to Brazilian nutrition operations

The programme covers a new infant formula plant, facility upgrades and expanded whey production.

Sep 6, 2026 · Just Food

US beef price inquiry expands to major retailers

Eight large retailers, including Walmart and Costco, are now part of the anti-trust investigation.

Sep 6, 2026 · The Grocer

LWC Drinks buys Wigan Beer Company

The deal expands the drinks wholesaler’s presence in north-west England and includes a Holyhead operation.

Sep 6, 2026 · Food Business Africa

Jollibee selects Hong Kong for international listing

The Philippine fast-food group views the Asian financial hub as the stronger platform for funding its overseas ambitions.

Sep 6, 2026 · Food Safety News

E. coli outbreak linked to frozen blueberries grows

Seventeen people in Florida and Georgia have been infected, with six requiring hospital treatment.

Sep 6, 2026 · FDI Forum

Barilla agrees deal to acquire Goodles

The Italian food group is set to add the California mac and cheese business to its convenience portfolio.

Culture & Dining

Sep 6, 2026 · The Grocer

Noble Foods brings Kudos egg snacks to Sainsbury’s

The new food-to-go range begins with egg bites and saucy egg pots.

Daily Digest

Sep 6, 2026 · Just Food

Tyson cuts forecasts as beef pressures persist

The company has lowered its sales and profit expectations again amid continuing cattle shortages.

Sep 6, 2026 · Confectionery News

Research reveals the science behind consistent chocolate

Microbes, fat crystallisation and sugar structure all help determine flavour, performance and shelf life.

Sep 6, 2026 · Just Food

JBS plans to increase Brazilian egg output

The meat-processing group is expanding its domestic production after entering the sector last year.

Sep 6, 2026 · FoodNavigator Europe

Premium wellness preferences lift private-label growth

Spins data indicates that own-label products are increasingly competing with established national brands.

Sep 6, 2026 · The Grocer

Cook secures first major supermarket listing with Ocado

Ocado.com will stock a selection of 29 frozen meals from the prepared-food brand.

Sep 6, 2026 · FDI Forum

Rowan Glen backs Palnure dairy expansion

More than £1 million will be invested to increase capacity and support entry into new dairy categories.