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The Comprehensive History of Tyson Foods: From Humble Beginnings to Global Meat Empire – Timeline, Growth Strategies, Acquisitions, and Major Scandals Tyson Foods, one of the world’s largest meat processors, has a storied history rooted in American entrepreneurship. Founded during the Great Depression, the company has grown from a small family operation in Arkansas to … Read more
In the global food and beverage industry, legality is often a matter of geography. What is considered a high-end delicacy in one corner of the globe can be a “Schedule I” contraband in another. As we navigate the regulatory landscape of 2025, the list of prohibited ingredients continues to grow, driven by advances in toxicology, … Read more
The global protein landscape is currently navigating a “Great Transition.” As of late 2025, cultivated meat—once a high-tech novelty—is moving from the laboratory to industrial-scale bioreactors. While the sector has faced significant political headwinds in certain regions, the combination of technical breakthroughs in cell-line stability, serum-free growth media, and a surge in regulatory approvals is … Read more
Rankings based on 2025 reported F&B sales, pro-forma adjustments for M&A, and 2026 fiscal forecasts. 1) PepsiCo (↑ 1) For the first time in over a decade, PepsiCo has claimed the top spot. Driven by its “PepsiCo Positive” (pep+) transformation and the 2025 acquisition of prebiotic soda leader Poppi, the company’s diversified “Snacks + Beverages” … Read more
The global seafood industry is entering 2026 amid a “Great Realignment,” where Geopolitical Protectionism is clashing with Technological Breakthroughs in land-based aquaculture. As we transition into the new year, the sector is navigating a landscape where traditional trade routes are being redrawn by massive tariffs—such as the recent 50% US levy on Brazilian fish—while AI-driven … Read more
The global food and beverage industry is undergoing a seismic shift as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Precision Wellness move from experimental concepts to everyday household realities. As we enter 2026, the convergence of volatile trade policies and a surge in “conscious consumerism” is forcing a total reinvention of how food is produced, priced, and perceived. … Read more
China is projected to surge its table grape exports by 16% in the 2025/26 season, marking a seismic shift that will see the nation tie with Peru as the world’s top exporter. This aggressive expansion, fueled by a record 15-million-ton domestic crop and “rain shelter” technology, comes at a critical time as global apple and … Read more
The long-awaited conclusion to China’s 18-month anti-dumping investigation is finally here, and it signals a massive structural shift for European meat exporters. Starting December 17, 2025, the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China (MOFCOM) has implemented a final tariff regime that will govern the trade of pork and by-products for the next … Read more
Title: ASEAN Coffee Federation Introduces ACAP Protocol for Coffee Evaluation The ASEAN Coffee Federation, representing national coffee associations in 10 Southeast Asian countries, recently unveiled the ASEAN Coffee Appreciation Protocol (ACAP). This new framework for assessing coffee quality regionally and globally serves as an alternative to the Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) promoted by the Specialty … Read more
Title: The Rise of Coffee Substitutes in the Food and Beverage Industry In recent years, the food and beverage industry has seen a surge in innovation and development of coffee substitutes. One such player making waves in this arena is Koppie, a Belgian startup that is revolutionizing the coffee substitute movement with its proprietary fermented … Read more