Big Candy’s New Playbook: Flavor Is Out, Experience Is In
Confectionery innovation trends 2026 are pushing the industry's biggest players past flavor launches toward texture, health, and consumer experience.
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Who’s Running the FDA’s Food Program Now?
Kyle Diamantas is poised to lead the FDA food program after Marty Makary's exit, raising urgent questions about science, staffing, and MAHA's reach.
Amazon Now Wants Your Groceries in 30 Minutes
Amazon Now rapid grocery delivery is scaling to tens of millions of shoppers in 2026, combining perishables, essentials, and electronics in one order.
Kraft Heinz Spends Big. But on What, Exactly?
Kraft Heinz boosted marketing spend 37%, banking on protein-packed mac and cheese and an NFL deal to reverse years of brand erosion.
FDA’s Makary Is Out. What Comes Next for Food?
FDA commissioner Makary resigns after a turbulent run, leaving food oversight in acting hands as industry watches for regulatory signals.
Rogue Snacks Just Landed $2.5M and a Walmart Shelf
The protein snack brand secures $2.5 million and a Rogue Snacks Walmart launch in July, signaling retailer appetite for cleaner protein formats.
Bond Pet Foods Wins FDA Nod for Yeast-Brewed Lamb Protein
Bond Pet Foods and Hill's Pet Nutrition cleared FDA review for a yeast-brewed lamb protein, marking a milestone for precision fermentation pet protein.
Who’s Running the FDA Now?
Kyle Diamantas is poised to lead the FDA after Marty Makary's exit, raising urgent questions about FDA leadership food policy direction.
Crumbl’s Founders Are Walking Out the Door
The Crumbl leadership transition is underway as founders Jason McGowan and Sawyer Hemsley exit day-to-day roles and recruit outside executives.
&pizza Takes Its Build-Your-Own Model to Mumbai
&pizza's India franchise expansion marks its first international move: a 10-unit master deal targeting Mumbai in 2025.