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Nosh.bio debuts koji-based hybrid mince in Berlin foodservice partnership
Berlin-based start-up Nosh.bio has unveiled its first koji-based hybrid mince in a public foodservice trial with Speisemanufaktur Adlershof, aiming to demonstrate its potential for large-scale commercial use.
Sep 15, 2025


EU invests €2.2m into project to accelerate plant-based food adoption
The European Union (EU) has invested €2.2 million into a project to encourage the growth and adoption of plant-based food across Europe.
Sep 4, 2025


Agrana buys Slovenian food company Mercator-Emba
Agrana has announced its strategic acquisition of Mercator-Emba, a Slovenian food manufacturer specialising in syrups and dessert toppings for the foodservice sector.
Aug 18, 2025


European Commission approves Prosus’ €4.1bn Just Eat takeover
The European Commission has cleared Prosus’ €4.1 billion acquisition of Just Eat Takeaway, a deal set to establish the world’s fourth largest food delivery group.
Aug 12, 2025


HRC announces bold new evolution for 2026
HRC, the trade event for hospitality and foodservice professionals, has unveiled a significant new direction for its 2026 edition, promising a completely transformed experience when it returns to ExCeL London from 30 March to 1 April.
Jul 29, 2025


Beyond Meat rolls out new mycelium steak in US foodservice locations
Beyond Meat has launched its new Beyond Steak Filet, made from mycelium, faba protein and avocado oil, through a number of foodservice partnerships in the US.
Jul 28, 2025


The Compleat Food Group expands portfolio with acquisition of Freshpak
The Compleat Food Group has acquired Freshpak, a private-label producer specialising in added-value egg products, chilled food-to-go...
Jul 15, 2025


Arla Foods to expand cream cheese production in Denmark with €59.4m investment
Arla Foods is investing €59.4 million to expand cream cheese production at its dairy facility in Holstebro, Denmark.
Jul 1, 2025


Australia approves cell-based meat for sale in regulatory milestone for start-up Vow
Australian biotech company Vow has announced that cultivated Japanese quail products under its brand, Forged, have been officially approved for sale in Australia and New Zealand.
Jun 19, 2025


Krispy Kreme completes sale of Insomnia Cookies stake
Krispy Kreme has finalised the sale of its remaining ownership stake in Insomnia Cookies, a move that underscores the company's commitment to financial restructuring and strategic growth.
Jun 11, 2025


Cranswick acquires sausage maker Blakemans for £32m
Cranswick has acquired sausage manufacturer James T Blakeman & Co for £32 million.
May 21, 2025


Hormel Foods names Jeff Baker group VP for retail marketing after Scott Aakre steps down
Hormel Foods has announced that Scott Aakre, group vice president and chief marketing officer for retail, will retire at the end of the company’s fiscal 2025 after 35 years with the company.
May 19, 2025
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