The new flavour, made with ‘sun-drenched’ apples, is crafted using renewable electricity, including power

Each sip takes you to a sun-drenched beach, a sparkling pool or a tropical island paradise.”

Concurrence approved the creation of a joint venture between Belgian frozen foods group Greenyard and French remove regulatory uncertainty for food manufacturers, retailers and foodservice operators reliant on French-grown joint venture will combine the frozen vegetable and frozen ready-meal operations of their respective French In poultry, the Autorité said competitive constraints from other French production basins and imports

Rémy Cointreau has announced that CEO Éric Vallat will step down from his role this summer after more than five years in charge. Éric Vallat © Linkedin In an statement, Rémy says that Vallat is leaving to pursue a new career path. The company’s board, chaired by Marie-Amélie de Leusse, has begun the search for his successor. De Leusse will oversee the transition to ensure business continuity and implementation of the group’s long-term strategy. Vallat’s tenure included navigating the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, driving growth and managing recent economic and geopolitical volatility. De Leusse said: "Under his leadership, the group has implemented a portfolio strategy that has enabled us to gain market share for our liqueurs and spirits division, develop an efficient and effective digital plan and strengthen the transition to sustainable development. We wish him every success in his future endeavors."   Vallat added: “It is with immense gratitude and deep emotion that I reflect on my career at Rémy Cointreau. I will leave the group with the feeling of having strengthened its fundamentals, and convinced that my future successor will be able to rely on strong brands to prepare for the recovery and give new impetus to our value strategy. I will be fully involved until the effective date of my departure to enable a successful transition." "I would like to warmly thank all the employees with whom I had the pleasure of working during these five exciting years, the board of directors to whom I owe a great deal, and my executive committee who supported me throughout my term.”

French’s is introducing a new addition to the condiment aisle this summer with the launch of French’s Available online now and rolling out to select retailers nationwide this month, French’s Groomi’s Green Alongside the green mustard innovation, French’s is also introducing French’s Minion Yellow Mustard featuring Tabata Gomez, chief growth & marketing officer at McCormick & Company, said: "French's has always been The limited-edition French’s Minions & Monsters range will be available while stocks last throughout

French anti-fraud officers have raided Perrier bottling and laboratory sites owned by Nestlé as part French broadcaster Radio France first reported the development. Perrier and several other mineral water brands have faced scrutiny since French media reports in 2024 A French court rejected a separate consumer group case against Perrier in late 2025.

Mrs Crimble’s, a gluten-free cake brand under Ecotone UK, has launched its new Lemon French Madeleines , further enhancing its successful line of French-inspired baked goods. The Lemon French Madeleines, available now at Tesco stores nationwide for an RRP of £2.75, come in convenient The Classic French Madeleines have seen exceptional sales growth this year, doubling their rate of sale The introduction of Lemon French Madeleines follows the brand's earlier success with Lemon Macaroons,

French partners also emphasised the programme’s potential impact.

Nestlé-owned Maison Perrier is expanding its US sparkling water portfolio with French Kiss, its first “French Kiss introduces a prebiotic element to the sparkling water category while remaining indulgent French Kiss represents a shift into sweetened and functional beverages, a segment that has seen rising

Prodalim has acquired René Laurent, a beverage flavours producer based in southern France, from International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF). Founded in 1885 in the Grasse region, René Laurent specialises in beverage flavour solutions and aromatic ingredients. The company works with multinational and local beverage manufacturers and develops customised formulations across syrups, liqueurs, naturals and coffee. Its capabilities include an extensive flavour library and in-house distillation and extraction. René Laurent will be integrated into Prodalim’s Beverage Compounds division, expanding the group’s platform of juice-based compounds, multi-blends, functional compounds and flavour-based solutions. Prodalim said the acquisition will enhance its ability to offer a “one-stop-shop” for customised beverage development. The deal forms part of Prodalim’s wider transformation strategy. The company has reorganised into three divisions: Juice Solutions; Specialty Ingredients & Solutions (covering essential oils, fruit-based essences, flavours, beverage compounds and functional ingredients such as citrus fibres and natural colours); and Solos, which provides de-alcoholisation solutions for the no- and low-alcohol sector. Prodalim said all divisions are supported by a vertically integrated supply chain designed around circular economy principles. Top image: © International Flavors & Fragrances

The European Commission has approved a €5 billion French re-insurance scheme to support wine and spirits The scheme, part of the Cap Francexport re-insurance regime, aims to help French exporters export goods This temporary measure will extend coverage to the US, specifically for French wine and spirits exports

. $100 million) investment in a new Greenfield frozen french fries manufacturing plant in Riyadh, Saudi in Egypt with Farm Frites, a global player in the cultivation of potatoes and production of frozen french The Greenfield Frozen French Fries factory is set to begin operations at the start of 2026 and marks 100,000 square metres and will employ cutting-edge equipment and advanced technology to produce frozen french commencing operations, Americana and Farm Frites are set to become the ‘largest’ producers of frozen french