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SUMMARY:The metabolic health revolution
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nGLP-1s may dominate the headlines\, but the real story is far bigger than weight loss injections. A full-scale metabolic health revolution is underway\, driven by consumers hungry for food and drink solutions that help them better process fats and sugars – and\, critically\, keep blood glucose in balance. From next-generation satiety ingredients and formulations designed with GLP-1 users in mind to natural\, food-first approaches for the wider wellness market\, a new wave of innovation is transforming how consumers manage their health. \nIn this session\, we’ll unpack the latest science\, spotlight breakthrough ingredients and technologies\, and explore what works\, what doesn’t\, and why. We’ll also examine how brands can empower consumers to manage not only their weight\, but their entire metabolic ecosystem.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/the-metabolic-health-revolution/
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SUMMARY:The 24th Annual Prepared Foods Spirit of Innovation Awards
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThe 24th Annual Spirit of Innovation webinar will shine a spotlight on top food and beverage innovations driving growth across the industry. The event will begin with perspectives from Lu Ann Williams\, co-founder and global insights director for Innova Market Insights\, outlining emerging and ongoing developments shaping our industry\, including commentary on Innova’s Top 10 Trends for 2027. \nWe will then shift the spotlight to the winners of the 2026 Spirit of Innovation Awards\, with input from each of the winning teams discussing the challenges that arose during the R&D process and the impetus behind their market strategy. \nThe 2026 Spirit of Innovation Award winners are: \n\nJudges Selection\, Most Innovative: Gluten-Free Filled Pretzel Sticks\, Quinn Foods\nBest Retail Food: MULU High-Protein Cottage Cheese\, Dairy Farmers of America\nBest Retail Beverage: mōcean Adaptogenic Energy Drink\, Mōcean Drinkwerx\nBest Alternate Channel/Deli Product: Fermented Chickpea Salads\, wildbrine\nBest Foodservice Front-of-House Product: Egg Clouds\, Cuisine Solutions (addressing consumer trends)\nBest Foodservice Back-of-House Product: Pillsbury Mini Pancake Puffs\, General Mills Foodservice (addressing operator needs)\n\nThe proceedings will then conclude with some collective 2027 industry trends discussion with all webinar speakers\, including opportunities for audience Q&A. \nThe Spirit of Innovation Awards honor the food and beverage development teams behind today’s most inventive products. From consumer insights and R&D to formulation and full-scale launch\, Prepared Foods recognizes innovation at every stage. This webinar will place the winners within the context of larger consumer trends inspiring high levels of innovation in product development today. \nPrepared Foods is proud to acknowledge the critical operational and judging role of Charlie Baggs Culinary Innovations in the annual Spirit of Innovation Awards program.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/the-24th-annual-prepared-foods-spirit-of-innovation-awards/
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SUMMARY:The Future of Weight-Conscious Eating
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nA new paradigm of weight-conscious eating is emerging – one where consumers refuse to sacrifice taste\, texture\, or pleasure in the pursuit of better health. As expectations rise\, the industry faces a clear challenge: how to craft nutrient-forward products that deliver permissible indulgence without feeling restrictive. Success starts with smart formulation\, leveraging everything from next-generation satiety ingredients and GLP-1-inspired innovations to natural\, food-first solutions that support fullness and wellbeing. And it’s not just about what goes into the recipe. Format matters\, too. \nFrom snackable concepts to portion-controlled ready meals\, this session takes a 360° look at the future of food and drink for weight-focused consumers. We’ll explore the innovations rewriting the rules of enjoyment\, examine what works\, what doesn’t\, and why\, and ask: in a GLP-1 world\, can taste still come first?
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/the-future-of-weight-conscious-eating/
CATEGORIES:Industry News and Analysis
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SUMMARY:IFPA and Circana Floral and Produce Deep Dive Q4
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nJoin IFPA and Circana for a fresh\, data‑driven look at today’s produce and floral marketplace. This webinar explores the latest shopper trends\, retail performance insights\, and the economic forces influencing how consumers buy fresh fruits\, vegetables\, and floral products. Industry experts will unpack emerging behaviors\, identify category growth opportunities\, and highlight the marketplace dynamics shaping the year ahead.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/ifpa-and-circana-floral-and-produce-deep-dive-q4/
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