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Sector: Food and beverage

November 13, 2025

Killer bars?

A Patent Attorney’s take on Joe Wicks’ “Killer” Bars – exploring mixed messaging around ultra-processed foods and how regulation can inspire innovation in the food industry.

October 30, 2025

From ruby pineapples to diamond strawberries: an IP overview of designer fruits

From $400 Rubyglow® pineapples to patented pineberries, luxury fruits are redefining IP in food. Learn how patents, plant variety rights and trade marks protect “designer” fruit innovation.

September 25, 2025

Alternative foods: a case study

A deep dive into how IP is shaping the future of sustainable food. Explore patents in plant-based, cell-cultured and fermented alternatives driving food innovation.

March 18, 2025

Exploring the food and beverage sector with Daniel Weston

Daniel Weston, Partner at Boult, discusses his passion for drafting, extensive food and beverage IP expertise and success in oppositions and FTO work. Discover key trends shaping the sector.

February 13, 2025

Justice served quickly at the Unified Patent Court

The food industry has historically relied heavily on trade secrets and trademarks for protection. However, the filing of food-related patent applications is

January 21, 2025

Food for thought: Protecting food & drink with intellectual property

Explore recent IP disputes involving Aldi – from chocolate bars to caterpillar cakes – and how food and drink brands use design, trade mark, and legal strategy to protect their products.

January 16, 2025

Regulatory innovation

The food and beverage industry has always been highly competitive, with companies constantly striving to create products that stand out on the

December 4, 2024

Low energy coffee

Spray- and freeze-dried coffee remain industry staples, but rising energy costs and sustainability goals are driving innovation in more efficient, eco-conscious production methods.

November 12, 2024

“Clean label” foods

The clean label trend is transforming the food industry, driving innovation with simpler, natural ingredients to meet consumer demand for transparency, quality and healthier products.