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Rise Wellness has expanded its Protein Pop portfolio with the launch of Protein Pop Balance.

General Mills has completed the sale of its business in Brazil to local coffee giant 3corações.

L’or has expanded its UK coffee capsule range with the launch of a limited-edition pumpkin spice variety. The new L’or Pumpkin Spice Capsules combine espresso with notes of cinnamon, clove leaves and star anise, creating what the brand describes as a warming, autumn-inspired flavour with a rounded aftertaste. According to L’or, the launch is aimed particularly at younger consumers, with 62% of 16-34 year old's said to be interested in more indulgent coffee options. Pumpkin sp

Paulig is planning to restructure its operations into three business areas as part of efforts to strengthen competitiveness, support growth and improve profitability, with up to 55 redundancies expected globally.

Carlsberg Britvic-owned plant-based brand Plenish has expanded its Clean Protein range with the launch of Protein Oat Drink, a high-protein oat milk made without oils or additives.

Phizz is expanding its Daily Immune+ range with a new Strawberry flavour.

AG Barr has appointed former retail and consumer executive Darren Shapland as independent non-executive director and chair of the board.

UK herbal tea brand Pukka Herbs has entered the loose powder matcha market with three new products: Matcha Tulsi Lemon, Matcha Vanilla Chai and Pukka Ceremonial Matcha.

Keurig Dr Pepper has agreed to sell its full equity stake in Chobani back to the company for $800 million, as well as its manufacturing facility in Allentown, Pennsylvania, for approximately $125 million.

Suntory Global Innovation Center has identified a genetic region linked to drought tolerance in hops.

SunnyD is entering the Halloween season with a limited-edition beverage.

Thomas Conquet has been appointed managing director of Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages in the UK.