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Stagflation is resurfacing in food manufacturing as soaring energy and fertilizer costs collide with waning consumer demand. Brent crude has rebounded above $90 a barrel, pushing the FAO Food Price Index up 2.4% in March 2026 and inflating raw‑material expenses. At the same time, shoppers are trading down, forcing companies like PepsiCo and Mondelez to cut prices and accept volume declines. The sector now faces the dual challenge of rising input costs and weaker sales, demanding new margin‑preserving tactics.
The TrendBites report identifies six food‑and‑beverage trends in APAC where consumers demand indulgence that also makes them feel good. Heritage flavours are being reimagined with modern twists, while texture is rivaling taste for 70% of shoppers. Lighter, herb‑infused treats, affordable...
Match‑day snacking is evolving from traditional indulgences to higher‑protein, functional options that support energy, recovery, and portion control. Brands are leveraging limited‑edition, sport‑themed packaging and bold flavours to tap into the growing overlap between fandom, fitness and feel‑good food. New...
California will require folic acid in corn masa products starting Jan 1 2026, making tortillas the first major non‑wheat staple to be fortified nationwide. The mandate, driven by Assembly Bill 1830, forces manufacturers to standardize fortified tortillas across the U.S., effectively turning a...
Industrial bakeries are testing hydrolytic enzymes to directly reduce bitterness in bread, shifting flavour at the molecular level rather than masking it. Early internal trials report up to a 62% drop in perceived bitterness, especially in sandwich and toast breads...
