Agentic AI is already being used in food. The more autonomous, flexible form of AI is being used by Nestlé to help employee productivity, streamlining sales tasks and supporting finance teams to make better decisions. Danone is also using agentic AI, helping it analyse production data, simulate scenarios and highlight areas for operational improvement.
Nestlé posts 3.5% organic growth in Q1 2026 despite infant formula recall, with coffee and confectionery driving volumes and guidance maintained.
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Danone becomes the largest B Corp globally in 2025, surpassing competitors like Unilever and Nestlé in corporate sustainability. This milestone strengthens Danone’s reputation and trust among consumers and investors while emphasizing its commitment to social responsibility and innovation.
Nestlé has exited the Dairy Methane Action Alliance, a global initiative aimed at reducing methane emissions from dairy supply chains. While the company maintains its commitment to net zero by 2050, its decision raises questions about transparency and climate accountability.