2026’s first edition of IN Food magazine is live now, and available for IN Food members!
Issue 1 reflects the environment most processors recognise. Input costs have shifted unevenly, product ranges continue to expand, and compliance timelines are fixed regardless of operational strain. Reformulation programmes, packaging revisions, and short-run launches are arriving against that backdrop, each with consequences for throughput, validation, documentation, and yield.
Across the magazine, the emphasis stays on execution. Reformulation is examined through the impact on process stability and quality control. Packaging developments are framed against material performance, regulatory scrutiny, and line compatibility. Inspection and traceability are addressed as part of daily risk management, particularly in categories where allergen control and specification discipline leave little margin for error.
We also speak directly to two senior figures in the food sector. Michael Laurier, CEO of Symphony Environmental, discusses antimicrobial and waste-reduction technologies in food packaging, alongside the testing and regulatory framework surrounding them.
Nick Yeatman, Founder and CEO of Trovr, examines the operational realities of deposit return schemes ahead of the UK’s October 2027 start date, including in-store workflow, equipment, and data handling.
IN Food Issue 1 is available now to members. Membership provides full access to the magazine and ongoing reporting across processing, packaging, automation, ingredients, and regulation.
