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AB InBev to shut two US factories and sell another to consolidate operations
Anheuser-Busch InBev has confirmed plans to close two US breweries and offload another, stating that the decision means it can ‘invest more in remaining operations.’ The company is shutting facilities in Fairfield, California and Merrimack, New Hampshire, while its brewery in Newark, New Jersey, will be sold to a property business, Goodman Group. A spokesperson for AB InBev said: “Over the last five years we have taken steps to update and modernise our US manufacturing operations, investing...
CMA proposes to accept remedies amid Vandemoortele-Délifrance merger investigation
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is proposing to accept remedies following its investigation into Vandemoortele’s deal to buy Délifrance.
UK-South Korea trade deal set to boost exports of Guinness and Scottish Salmon
The UK’s newly finalised free trade agreement with South Korea is expected to deliver a significant uplift for British food and beverage exporters by safeguarding tariff-free access and simplifying trade conditions.
Business news
Yeastup opens £9m industrial-scale facility to upcycle brewer's yeast into functional food ingredients
FoodBev (Un) Wrapped: What you loved reading in 2025
Some of our most-read articles of the year featured popular producers and brands, including Red Bull and PepsiCo, and covered everything from new product launches to political turmoil on the world’s stage. To mark the closure of the year, here are the stories that had you clicking during 2025.
What wellness looks (and tastes) like in functional foods and beverages
Jennifer Zhou, global senior director product marketing, flavours & citrus at ADM, explores how sensorial signals are shaping modern wellness products, and why the future of functional innovation lies at the intersection of science, emotion and design.
Regenerative agriculture: Unlocking the blueprint for a sustainable future
Arsira Thumaprudti, head of business development at Acclym, explains how farmers can unlock the power of Regenerative Agriculture to avoid supply chain issues, create a more reliable food system and help the environment recover.
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Laird Superfood expands hydration line with new Wild Berry and Tropical Punch flavours
Functional food and beverage brand Laird Superfood has expanded its Hydrate line with two new flavours, Wild Berry and Tropical Punch.
