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AG Barr appoints Darren Shapland as board chair
AG Barr has appointed former retail and consumer executive Darren Shapland as independent non-executive director and chair of the board.
Pukka enters loose powder matcha category with brand-new line
UK herbal tea brand Pukka Herbs has entered the loose powder matcha market with three new products: Matcha Tulsi Lemon, Matcha Vanilla Chai and Pukka Ceremonial Matcha.
Keurig Dr Pepper to sell Chobani stake and facility for $925 million, Chobani unveils $1.2bn investment in site
Keurig Dr Pepper has agreed to sell its full equity stake in Chobani back to the company for $800 million, as well as its manufacturing facility in Allentown, Pennsylvania, for approximately $125 million.
Suntory identifies genetic mechanism behind drought-tolerant hops
Suntory Global Innovation Center has identified a genetic region linked to drought tolerance in hops.
SunnyD launches mystery-flavour SpookyD for Halloween
SunnyD is entering the Halloween season with a limited-edition beverage.
Thomas Conquet appointed managing director of Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages UK
Thomas Conquet has been appointed managing director of Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages in the UK.
G&Tea launches sparkling hard tea range with gin and rooibos
Chicago-based entrepreneur Alex Young has launched G&Tea, a new sparkling hard tea brand combining gin with South African rooibos tea and honey.
Hiyo brings fall flavours to the functional drinks category with Apple Cinnamon Social Tonic
Hiyo is expanding its social tonic portfolio with the launch of a limited-edition Apple Cinnamon flavour for the fall season.
Nestlé and Coca-Cola retain top spots in world’s most valuable F&B brand rankings for 2026
Brand Finance has released its top 100 most valuable food brand rankings for 2026, with Nestlé remaining on top, while Coca-Cola continues to top the 50 most valuable non-alcoholic drinks brands.
Italicus founder Giuseppe Gallo steps down as CEO following full Pernod Ricard acquisition
Giuseppe Gallo, CEO of Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, has stepped down following its full acquisition and integration into Pernod Ricard.
Americas Food & Beverage Show & Conference 2026 to celebrate 30th anniversary in Miami
The Americas Food & Beverage Show & Conference (AF&B), produced by World Trade Center Miami (WTCM), will mark its 30th anniversary this year, returning to the Miami Beach Convention Center from 14-16 September 2026.
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