Levies on world’s top arabica producer rattles investors in sector
Swiss chocolatier says soaring prices are hurting demand as it slashes forecasts for third time
The food industry is grappling with changing tastes and a flight towards healthier options
Italian company chair blames speculators for ‘80 per cent’ of price rise that created ‘unbelievable’ volatility
Companies spent billions buying snack brands to boost growth — but now sales are falling
US chocolate makers are dialling back their support for the environmental regulation under pressure from Washington
Delivery platform caused outrage with offer to incentivise outdoor work during heatwave
Bakery chain says heatwave has reduced footfall, exacerbating investors’ concerns that company faces protracted slowdown
Survey shows drop in abstinence among young adults as drinks industry battles perception of structural decline
Price increases in June hit highest rate in more than a year, according to British Retail Consortium
Member states will be expected to lift import bans on Kyiv’s produce
Global boom fails to reach the industry’s heartlands, leaving ageing plantations vulnerable to disease and lack of investment
Senior executive says sector’s sales declines are cyclical and do not require it to pursue drastic remedies
Cost-cutting by consumers and trendy high protein diets are driving sales like never before
A global guide to help navigate the Wild West of restaurant mark-ups
The Marmite owner has placed another significant bet to gain a foothold in a market it has struggled to crack
Vivergo plant owner says it has started a wind-down consultation in case rescue talks fail
Workers United encourages organisers to seek jobs at coffee chain as company adds to payrolls
Changes follow a period of depressed sales across the industry and are expected to result in job losses
European regulators poised to launch antitrust probe into food group’s takeover of Pringles and Pop-Tarts maker
Ex-head of fast fashion group is set to replace Paul Bulcke, completing a leadership overhaul at the Swiss food giant
Consumer goods group’s new chief tilts portfolio towards health, beauty and personal care
Plus oil’s fat tails, and immigration
Its share of China’s $22bn-a-year coffee market has slid from a peak of 42 per cent to 14 per cent last year
Food group makes US pledge to remove synthetic colours a year later than Trump administration goal
