Food Matters Live Podcast

• 567: HFSS: Balancing taste, health, and compliance

  We know that HFSS (foods that are high in fat, salt and sugar) regulations are reshaping how food manufacturers approach product development, marketing, and consumer engagement.  With advertising restrictions coming into force and complex compliance requirements, the industry faces unprecedented challenges in navigating this regulatory landscape. So how do we balance nutritional reformulation with consumer taste preferences while staying compliant with evolving HFSS policies?  It's a complex challenge but one that's becoming increasingly critical as the October 2025 deadline approaches. Are panel of experts discuss reformulation and innovation challenges, legal compliance and enforcement, and how different stakeholders are working together to navigate HFSS requirements.

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• 566: How accelerated product development is reshaping the food industry

  The food industry is experiencing a fundamental shift toward accelerated product life cycles, where limited editions and seasonal launches are becoming the norm. So what does this mean for manufacturers? In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, made in partnership with AGRANA, we explore how the food industry is adapting to an era where the "need for new" is driving new product development.  Of course, this creates operational challenges – from sourcing raw materials to developing formulations that hit the right flavour and texture notes. But it also creates great opportunity to develop products that really stand out and push the innovation boundaries. Our guests from AGRANA’s Fruit segment share the reality of modern product development, where global networks must spot emerging trends early while local expertise tailors solutions to specific markets.  They reveal how preparation specialists are becoming the unsung heroes of this acceleration, providing the solutions that allow brands to diversify their portfolios quickly. AGRANA  The AGRANA Group is a listed, global corporation that specializes in creating industrial products from agricultural commodities – fruit, starch and sugar with 49 production sites worldwide. AGRANA’s global fruit business offers a wide range of creative and innovative solutions for the food and beverage industry. The product range includes fruit preparations, brown flavour preparations, preparations with inclusions, cereals, grains & seeds, savoury preparations, sauces & toppings, syrups & smoothie bases, and frozen fruits. These solutions are to be used in dairy, ice cream, bakery, food service and beverage industries. They have a truly global presence in this business segment with 23 production sites on all continents. AGRANA’s product development work incorporates the latest global consumer and health trends.  Guests: Dieter Cendon, Global Product Portfolio Manager, AGRANA And Melanie Sturm, Global Marketing Manager, AGRANA

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• 565: Active nutrition - different strategies for different generations

  How do we create nutrition products that resonate with every generation? It's a complex challenge but one that's becoming increasingly important as the active nutrition market evolves. The sports nutrition industry has traditionally focused on hardcore athletes, but we're seeing a fundamental shift towards "active nutrition" – products designed for consumers of all ages who want to stay healthy and physically active. We know that different generations have vastly different health priorities, communication preferences, and product format needs.  In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, recorded at our event in Manchester in May 2025, we explore how brands can successfully navigate these generational differences to create products that work across multiple demographics, from understanding what drives each age group to practical formulation strategies. And we examine real-world examples of how ingredients like protein and creatine can be positioned differently for various life stages, while maintaining scientific integrity and regulatory compliance. Guest: Mark Evans, Senior Scientist, Holland & Barrett

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• 564: From rocket stoves to regenerative farming: Real stories of sustainability

  What does meaningful progress towards sustainability in the food industry actually look like? Is it setting ambitious targets and regular transparent reporting? Possibly. But the key thing is how those targets affect things on the ground, the tangible benefits we see as a result. In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, made in partnership with AAK, we look at targeted initiatives that are creating impact at scale, while also addressing some of the sector’s most complex challenges. We learn about efforts to empower women in West Africa (and find out all about rocket stoves), how data is being used to drive regenerative agricultural practices in Swedish Rapeseed, and we tackle the tough questions around palm oil. AAK are a lead partner for the Food Matters Live events in Rotterdam and Ascot. AAK AAK are experts in plant-based oils and fats, the value-adding ingredients in many products people love to consume. They make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable.  At the heart of AAK’s offer is Customer Co-Development, combining their desire to understand what Making Better Happen™ means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of their production assets, and deep knowledge of products and industries, including Chocolate & Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice, and Personal Care.  Meet AAK at Food Matters Live in Ascot and Rotterdam where they will be showcasing their innovative ingredient solutions in their technical tasting and insight session.

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• 563: What’s shaping the active nutrition sector? From the lab to the track

  What happens when a booming sports nutrition market collides with regulatory reality and patchy evidence? In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, recorded at our event in Manchester in May 2025, a panel of industry experts delve into the commercial realities facing sports nutrition brands today. They discuss health claims, the novel foods approval process, and maximum vitamin limits. But it's not all about regulation. This episode covers the latest active nutrition trends and consumer behaviours. Active nutrition now covers everyone from couch-to-5K runners to elite athletes, but what they want and need can vary greatly.

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