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KPM Analytics has opened a new baking lab within its Rheology Centre of Excellence in Villeneuve-la-Garenne, France.

Lidl GB has unveiled a £500 million investment in the British berry sector.

Pladis is extending the reach of one of the UK’s most recognisable biscuit brands with the launch of McVitie’s Penguin Bites, making the brand’s first move into savoury snacking.

MyOva has entered the functional hot drinks category with the launch of Magnesium Nightcap.

Rxbar has expanded its high-protein snack range with the launch of high-protein chocolate chip peanut butter, a new plant-based protein bar containing 19g of protein and made with six ingredients.

Hangyo Ice Creams has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion strategy.

PepsiCo has partnered with autonomous truck company Gatik to bring driverless freight into its North America F&B supply chain, marking the largest commercial autonomous freight deployment to date.

Tyson Foods has announced another executive leadership change, appointing Wes Morris as chief operating officer (COO), weeks after naming Jeff Schomburger as its next president and chief executive officer.

Biodiversity and ethical sourcing, sustainability impacts and food ingredients will be featured at the Sustainable Foods Summit. The 17th European edition will be hosted in Amsterdam on 18-19 June 2026.

St Pierre has expanded its premium continental bakery portfolio with the launch of All Butter Croissant Rolls, available exclusively in Tesco stores across the UK.