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Discover the top confectionery trends shaping 2026 - from multi-textural treats and bold global flavours to personalised packaging, functional sweets, and AI-driven innovation. Explore how brands are blending indulgence with wellness, sustainability, and creativity.

Finnish researchers unveil Sweeprot, a next-generation sweet protein derived from brazzein, offering zero-calorie, sugar-like sweetness without artificial aftertaste. Produced via precision fermentation, Sweeprot promises better digestibility, scalability, and sustainability—positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s sugar reduction revolution.

Clean-label products are being increasingly demanded by consumers, as distrust in the food industry increases and scepticism of ultra-processed foods grows. Consumers are particularly sceptical about long ingredients lists. How can manufacturers shorten these ingredients lists, whilst retaining taste, texture and functionality in their products?

Mars Snacking and Kellanova unite in a landmark deal set to reshape the global snacking industry, combining iconic brands like Snickers, M&M’s, Pringles, and Cheez-It to drive innovation and sustainability.