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The US Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) has advanced legislation that would require ‘warning’ labels on ‘ultra-processed’ packaged foods (UPFs) in a bid to improve children’s health across the nation.

The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 of the US’s largest trading partners.

McVitie’s is bringing together two of its best-known biscuit and chocolate brands with the launch of limited-edition McVitie’s Mint Club Digestives.

Vita Coco has acquired super-premium Thai coconut water producer Copra.

McCormick has unveiled the planned operating structure, executive team and secondary listing location for its proposed combination with Unilever’s Foods business.

Invivo X, SJP – a collaboration between New Zealand’s Invivo Winery and actress Sarah Jessica Parker – has unveiled a new jalapeño-infused Sauvignon Blanc.

Laura Bentele at Armstrong Teasdale, explains how nostalgia-driven collaborations must navigate labelling rules and compliance risk rooted in the product’s perceived youth appeal.

John West has launched a new range of microwaveable tuna pouches designed to provide a quick, high-protein solution for evening meals.

Mars Wrigley is set to eliminate 307 jobs at its Newark, New Jersey facility as the company consolidates its North American snacking operations in Chicago.

Cheez-It is partnering with Coors Light to launch a limited-edition beer cheese-flavoured cracker ahead of the US football tailgating season.