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UK bakery manufacturer Finsbury Food Group has unveiled the first product in a new partnership with British sweet brand, Swizzels: the Squashies Drumstick Celebration Cake.

US snack bar brand Nature’s Bakery has unveiled its latest product innovation: Hearty Bars.

Razer, a leading lifestyle brand for gamers, has formed a joint venture with Mars to expand the Respawn by Razer product line – a range designed specifically for the gaming community – marking a bold step in cross-industry collaboration.

According to reporting by Reuters, global snack giant Mars’ $36bn takeover bid for Kellanova is set to face a full-scale EU antitrust investigation which could require Mars to divest assets.

Kettle Brand is venturing into the summer snack market with the introduction of its limited-edition Chilli Crisp chips, a product that capitalises on the growing popularity of chilli crisp as a flavour profile.

A new report from Circana reveals a significant shift in European consumer behaviour, highlighting a growing appetite for indulgent food experiences that provide emotional and mental relief amidst ongoing economic and global challenges.

Snack brand Eat Real has launched a limited-edition flavour in partnership with ingredient specialist Belazu.

Nestlé has begun a consultation process regarding operational changes at two of its UK-based food facilities, in York, England and Girvan, Scotland, which could lead to job cuts at the sites.

Glanbia Performance Nutrition has launched a new product line under its Think! brand, introducing Think! Crispy Squares, a protein-enhanced version of the classic crispy rice treat.

One Brands has launched a new protein bar in collaboration with Hershey’s, combining the protein-focused brand’s functional snack format with the flavour of Hershey’s milk chocolate.

Breakfast food brand Kodiak has launched two new product lines in the US: Trail Bars and Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches.

PepsiCo has ceased manufacturing operations at its Frito-Lay processing plant in Rancho Cucamonga, Southern California, ending five decades of production at the site.