Policy-Driven Reformulation: Aligning Taste, Wellness and the Planet

04 Jun 2026
Insights and Trends Theatre
4th June Session 1: Policy-driven reformulation

As global nutrition policies tighten and expectations for healthier, more sustainable food systems rise, reformulation has become both a strategic imperative and an innovation challenge. This session will explore how the industry can proactively respond to evolving frameworks whilst balancing consumer acceptance, wellness outcomes and environmental priorities.

  • What will the industry’s response look like? How will it adapt?
  • Meeting HFSS, Nutri-Score and sugar reduction targets
  • Turning compliance into a competitive advantage
Chairperson
Craig Leadley
Craig Leadley, Chief Executive - Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST)
Speakers
Sharon Morey
Sharon Morey, Regulatory Affairs Manager - Campden BRI
Peter Scarborough
Peter Scarborough, Professor of Population Health - University of Oxford
Hannah Brinsden
Hannah Brinsden, Head of Policy and Advocacy - The Food Foundation
Lavanya Kala
Lavanya Kala, Head of Innovation Policy - Food Standards Agency