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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.

The UK’s competition watchdog has provisionally cleared key aspects of the proposed merger between Associated British Foods (ABF) and Hovis, while raising specific competition concerns in Northern Ireland.

French plant-based cheese producer Jay&Joy has raised €2 million in funding to support its growth in the UK and Europe.

Lyle’s Golden Syrup is expanding into frozen desserts with the launch of a new ice cream range.

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

Meiji is expanding its presence in the fast-growing functional confectionery space with the launch of a new product, Frubi.

Valeo Foods UK’s Kettle Chips brand has expanded into the tortilla category with the launch of Kettle Tortillas in the UK.

The joint venture includes a transaction to acquire the remaining stake in local dairy group Mastellone Hermanos, creating a newly integrated dairy leader in the region.

Fresh Del Monte Produce has completed the acquisition of select assets from Del Monte Foods.

Pilgrim’s Europe has opened a new Pork Centre of Excellence at its Bromborough, UK site, marking a £350,000 investment aimed at accelerating product development and strengthening innovation across its pork division.

Italian start-up Foreverland has raised €6 million in funding to support the international expansion of its cocoa-free chocolate alternative, Choruba.

Fox’s Burton’s Companies is expanding its Fox’s Crunch Creams portfolio with the launch of a new Chocolate and Vanilla flavour.