September 3, 2025 | Export & Import

Norway’s seafood exports fall 2% in August, amid U.S. tariff hike, strong growth to China

While exports to the U.S. faltered, China emerged as the fastest-growing market, with seafood export value surging 47 per cent to NOK 1.1 billion Norway exported seafood worth NOK 14.3…

August 25, 2025 | Food Security

Famine confirmed for first time in Gaza

FAO, UNICEF, WFP and WHO reiterate call for immediate ceasefire and unhindered humanitarian access to curb deaths from hunger and malnutrition More than half a million people in Gaza are…

August 20, 2025 | Company News

The Hershey Company appoints Natalie Rothman as Chief Human Resources Officer

Rothman will lead Hershey’s global human resources function The Hershey Company announced the appointment of Natalie Rothman as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective August 18, 2025. Rothman will lead Hershey’s global human resources function and report to…

August 20, 2025 | Beverages

World Whiskey Society unveils 12-year Kentucky Straight Bourbon finished in Amontillado Barrels

The Sherry Cask-Finished Bourbon Whiskey is the third quarterly release of the society subscription membership World Whiskey Society (WWS), known for scouring the globe to create the world’s most interesting whiskeys, announces…

August 19, 2025 | Food

Prebiotic cookie market projected to hit $2.83 Bn by 2033

As the demand for functional foods rises, the prebiotic cookie market is emerging as a dynamic segment within the broader bakery and health-food industry According to Research Intelo, the Global Prebiotic…

August 13, 2025 | Beverages

Global spirits market sees wave of high-value launches across premium whisky and ready-to-drink segments

The week of 11–15 August 2025 brings an influx of meticulously crafted releases from leading international spirits houses, underscoring the industry’s relentless pursuit of innovation, exclusivity, and premiumisation. From Highland…

August 12, 2025 | Beverages

Beverage industry giant ICBA enters Africa, taps policy veteran Iddah Asin to lead new chapter

The International Council of Beverages Associations (ICBA), the global voice for the non-alcoholic beverage industry, has announced the establishment of ICBA Africa, marking a significant expansion of its worldwide presence.…

August 8, 2025 | Company News

Tyson Foods appoints Sarah Bond independent director

She joined Microsoft in 2017 as a Corporate Vice President and, before Microsoft, held multiple leadership roles at T-Mobile and McKinsey & Company Tyson Foods announced the appointment of Sarah…

August 8, 2025 | Company News

Cornetto launches Max with multi-sensory ice cream indulgence

The latest innovation elevates Cornetto’s signature creamy-and-crunchy combination with a chocolatey disc topping Unilever’s iconic ice cream brand Cornetto has unveiled Cornetto Max, a new premium cone designed to kickstart…

August 5, 2025 | Company News

SIG appoints Ann-Kristin Erkens as interim CEO

The leadership transition follows the departure of CEO Samuel Sigrist The Board of Directors of SIG has announced the appointment of Ann-Kristin Erkens as the interim Chief Executive Officer, effective…