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Why 2026 is a reset year for the US food industry

The US food industry is at an inflection point and companies need to act, writes Just Food columnist Victor Martino, as he looks ahead to the new year.

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EU talks on ‘meat’ plant-based descriptors ban reach stalemate

In October, the European Parliament approved a negotiating position to restrict the use of terms such as “steak” and “sausage” to products containing meat.

EU Parliament, member states reach deal on diluted due-diligence law

The talks were on moves to standardise and simplify sustainability reporting and due-diligence obligations for businesses operating within the EU.

Premium Brands Holdings adds Stampede to M&A roster

The US$664m deal for Stampede will add to Premium Brands’ foodservice presence in the US.

Valsoia buys majority of Krepko kefir maker Kele & Kele

The Italian plant-based business has an option to take full ownership of Kele & Kele in three years.

Akola invests in poultry production

The Lithuania-headquartered group is investing €43m ($50.4m) across the wider business in the 2025-2026 financial year.

Libstar divests fresh mushroom business but keeps Denny brand

The South African company is retaining the Denny brand but licensing it to the buyer of the mushroom operations.

Unilever CEO Fernando Fernandez leaves markets second-guessing future of food

With the ice-cream demerger now completed, speculation returns to Unilever’s future in food or the prospect of select asset disposals.

Volume growth will follow price investments, says PepsiCo CEO

One of the key objectives laid out by PepsiCo in its strategy update is "implementing sharper everyday value".