The Future of Responsible Food Innovation
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Episode Summary
How can food companies adapt to changing regulations while continuing to develop products consumers want to buy? In this special compilation episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Katy Jones brings together insights from three experts that have been there before:
- Michael Robins of Integrated Culinary Systems
- Charlie Chappell, former VP of Innovation and Global R&D at The Hershey Company
- Zoe Richards of Trustwell
Together, they explore how successful brands balance food reformulation, regulatory compliance, and product innovation without losing sight of taste, quality, or consumer expectations. The conversation covers topics ranging from HFSS regulations and clean label initiatives to responsible sourcing, recipe development, and the growing importance of transparency throughout the product lifecycle.
The episode also examines how connected product data supports smarter decision-making across R&D, regulatory, quality, and supply chain teams. From nutrition analysis and compliant labeling to traceability, food safety, and product data management, the speakers share practical strategies for improving collaboration, reducing risk, and building consumer trust in the increasingly complex food industry.
