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Archives for February 23, 2026

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Industry, brace for change: Momentum builds behind Global Plastics Treaty

Industry, brace for change: Momentum builds behind Global Plastics Treaty

23-Feb-2026
By Flora Southey

After negotiations failed to finalise a global treaty on plastic pollution last year, new hope is on the horizon

Protein is the price of entry at Expo West 2026

Protein is the price of entry at Expo West 2026

23-Feb-2026
By Gill Hyslop

Expo West lands in Anaheim this March, and protein isn’t just a trend – it’s the baseline. The real fight is over taste, texture and who can make functionality feel effortless

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Mars, Mondelēz, Nestlé, Hershey, and Lindt team up to transform future of cocoa

Blurred lines: Confectionery and sports nutrition collide in snacking revolution

Why Mars is powering up M&M’s as it reshapes its global growth strategy

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19 Feb 2026

Functional ingredients on the health frontline
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Vegan gummies: Potato-based starch solutions reduce drying time

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Innovation meets heritage: The enduring appeal of EU confectionery

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2026 confectionery trends: Pineapple set to be flavour of the year

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