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Volvic is launching a new functional water range, Volvic Vitamin+, marking its entry into the functional hydration segment in the UK and Ireland.

The Coca-Cola system in South Africa plans to invest ZAR 17.6 billion (approx. $1 billion) in the country by 2030.

J2O is extending its portfolio with the launch of a new sparkling range, available in Apple & Raspberry and Apple & Mango flavours.

EPL Limited has agreed to merge with Indovida India in a deal that will create a consumer packaging platform focused on emerging markets, with a combined valuation of around $2 billion.

Bansk Group has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in So Good So You for an undisclosed sum.

Constellation Brands has agreed to acquire the remaining stake in non-alcoholic beverage brand HopWtr.

Brendan Niemira, chief science and technology officer at the Institute of Food Technologists, delves into the FDA's reassessment of the GRAS process and its impact on food companies.

Chobani is expanding its product line-up with the launch of a new Chobani Flip Peanut Butter S’mores yogurt, as the company continues to tap into demand for indulgent, dessert-inspired flavours.

Lipton Hard Iced Tea is expanding its portfolio with the introduction of Lipton Hard Iced Tea Zero Sugar.

The Coca-Cola Company has announced a $650 million investment to scale operations at its Fairlife facility in Coopersville, Michigan.

The European Union and Australia have finalised a long-anticipated free trade agreement (FTA), marking a significant shift in food and beverage trade flows.

Chobani is investing $567 million to expand its La Colombe ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee facility in Norton Shores, Michigan, as demand for RTD lattes continues to grow.