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Irish cream liqueur brand Merry’s is adding a new Dubai chocolate-flavoured variant to its range, available nationwide across the US this October.

DSM-Firmenich’s chair of the board of directors, Thomas Leysen (pictured above), has decided to retire from his role once his successor has been elected by the company’s shareholders.

Better-for-you confectionery brand Wild Thingz is expanding its UK retail footprint with two new gummy flavour collections.

Bonne Maman has expanded its US pie filling portfolio with the launch of a new peach variety.

Cirkla is to establish a new US manufacturing facility in Gainesville, Georgia.

McCain Foods USA has expanded its Tast!ez frozen snack brand with the launch of Tast!ez Flavor-Fulls.

Jeff Dumbrell, chief revenue officer at 365 Retail Markets, speaks to Refreshment about the rationale behind the acquisition, the priorities for integration and how data, AI and automation could shape the next phase of the sector.

Can the dairy industry keep up with the increasing demand for whey amid the rising demand for protein-boosted food and beverages? FoodBev's Leah Smith reports.

Pilgrim’s Europe has announced plans to acquire Walkers Deli & Sausage Company from Samworth Brothers, expanding its presence in the UK premium pork market.

Sazerac has entered into a binding agreement to acquire UK vodka and ready-to-drink (RTD) brand Au Vodka.