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W-Cycle, company in sustainable food packaging sector, has partnered with Melhoramentos, a Brazilian company with a diverse portfolio.

SHS Drinks has announced its acquisition of Shandy Shack, a British brand in the mid-strength ABV beer space.

Agrana has entered into a joint venture agreement with Ingredion, marking a new step in the evolution of starch production in Romania.

B’Zeos has successfully closed a seed funding round, bringing its total equity and grant funding to more than €5 million.

GNT Group has announced the establishment of GNT Ventures, an independent investment firm aimed at collaborating with start-ups.

19 Crimes has expanded its partnership with American rapper Snoop Dogg, launching a new addition to their Cali Wines line-up – Cali Smooth.

FrieslandCampina has revealed plans to optimise its production network in the Netherlands, resulting in the loss of 186 jobs.

Ingredion has announced a new long-term collaboration with Lantmännen, aiming to meet market demand for high-quality plant-based protein.

Koawach has unveiled Koalimo, claimed to be the world’s first caffeinated soft drink made with cocoa fruit juice.

Phytolon, a start-up developing natural food colours using precision fermentation, has secured an investment from Rich Products Ventures.

Soft drink brand founded by actress Gillian Anderson, G Spot Wellness Drinks, has entered into a strategic partnership with Heineken.

Revo Foods and Paleo have announced a new partnership to develop plant-based salmon alternatives containing precision-fermented myoglobin.