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Through its Brazilian ‘subsidiary’ Laticínios Porto Alegre, Emmi Group has acquired a majority shareholding in Verde Campo from Coca-Cola.

Mars Chocolate Drinks and Treats (MCD&T) has announced the launch of a new Galaxy caramel cake.

IW Capital has announced a further £3m investment into Daily Dose, a UK-based cold-pressed juice and functional drinks company.

A new research has found that a staggering 220 million tonnes of plastic waste are set to be generated in 2024, marking a nearly 10% increase since 2021.

Superbrewed Food has announced that it has sold its Minnesota, US facility and is seeking a larger site to address growing sales of its postbiotic protein.

UK-based cider maker Thatchers Cider has launched Juicy Apple into the on-trade, a new cider made with 100% renewable electricity.

Premium chocolate brand Cox & Co has launched a paper flow wrap chocolate packaging solution.

The UK Flavour Association invited FoodBev to its London Flavour Day 2024 at the Wellcome Collection on 8 April, bringing together industry experts to explore the critical role of flavour in our food.

McCain Foods has completed the acquisition of Irish plant-based frozen food manufacturer Strong Roots, for an undisclosed sum.

Hain Celestial has completed the sale of its Thinsters cookie business to US food group J&J Snack Foods for an undisclosed sum.

New research from the Pesticide Action Network (PAN) has found that many UK fruits and vegetables contain per- and poly-fluoroalkyl (PFAS) pesticides.

Plamil Foods has unveiled the "world's first" chocolate bar produced made from coffee beans.