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Ingredion Incorporated has acquired Benicaros, a patented prebiotic fibre derived from upcycled carrot pomace.

Ilchester Cheese has expanded its Mexicana cheese brand through a new partnership with hot sauce brand Cholula, launching Mexicana Cholula Cheddar Cheese Slices as it looks to strengthen its presence in the flavoured and sliced cheese categories.

Vybey has entered the growing functional soft drinks category with the launch of Collagen + Energy.

Cargill has announced a €56 million investment programme to expand its edible oils, gourmet chocolate and R&D capabilities across Belgium.

The Dutch Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by Heineken and its Greek subsidiary, Athenian Brewery, in a long-running competition damages case brought by Greek brewer Macedonian Thrace Brewery (MTB).

Warrior has expanded its range of creatine offerings with a new Creatine Gummies product, available at 164 Morrisons stores across the UK.

Olam Food Ingredients (OFI) has formed a joint venture with WNC Capital Holdings to expand the production of savoury food solutions in the Philippines.

Morinaga Milk has announced plans to suspend production at its Hiroshima subsidiary in March 2027, with the company set to be formally dissolved six months later.

Trip has introduced Tropical Mango, a new lightly sparkling drink formulated with magnesium and adaptogens.

Nestlé UK & Ireland has appointed Gordon Yule as business executive officer for its newly created Nutrition & Health business, effective 1 June 2026.