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New European research from Soil Capital suggests that regenerative farming practices can help protect crop production during drought.

JimmyBar! is expanding its performance nutrition offering with the launch of what it describes as the world's first protein bars to combine creatine and collagen.

Louis Dreyfus Company is investing in the construction of a new plant to process sunflower seeds and soybeans at the site of its existing facility in Bahía Blanca, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina.

Crisp Power Protein Pretzels has invested $15 million in a new production facility in Stafford, Texas, marking a significant expansion of its US operations as the high-protein snack brand seeks to meet growing consumer and retailer demand.

Meiji is strengthening its presence in Japan's growing premium snacking segment with the launch of two new additions to its Meiji Hokkaido Tokachi Smart Cheese portfolio.

The IFT's Global Food Traceability Center has secured a grant from the Moore Foundation.

Naked Smoothies has announced the launch of two high-protein flavours: Chocolate Banana Protein and Blueberry Cheesecake Protein.

The rapid rise of GLP-1 weight loss medications is creating profound shifts across Britain's food and beverage sector, with households spending £780 million less on groceries overall.

At Vitafoods Europe 2026, ADM showcased how advances in microbiome science help brands meet increasingly personalised consumer health needs. Through featured concepts, ADM highlighted microbiome solutions targeting stress, sleep, mood, digestive health, metabolic health, women’s health, active nutrition and more.

I.T.S has introduced a new range of natural flavour solutions to support the development of creamy-flavoured and dessert-inspired cold beverages, such as cream sodas.