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Hosted by Protein Industries Canada, Pulse Canada and Plant-Based Foods of Canada, the Plant Forward conference returns to Toronto, Canada from 16-18 April 2024.

Protein Industries Canada has announced a new CAD 13.2m (approx. $9.7m) co-investment into advancing the Canadian fava bean ecosystem.

In a step towards its carbon reduction goals, Arla Foods Ingredients has announced plans to construct an electric heat pump at its Denmark processing plant.

Asahi UK has revealed plans to close its Meantime site and bring the production of all its local beer brands together at the Griffin Brewery in Chiswick, London.

A new research study has suggested a 20% higher risk of irregular heart rhythm, known as atrial fibrillation, among adults who consume two litres or more of artificially sweetened beverages per week.

Nestlé Australia has announced an AUD 32m investment in its factory in Smithtown, Australia, to support increased production capacity for its Milo brand.

Lancashire, UK-based fourth-gen family cheesemaker Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses has acquired Hampshire Cheese Company for an undisclosed sum.

Del Monte Foods is to close plants in Toppenish, Washington and Markesan, Wisconsin, to “align and streamline operational capacity with consumer demand”.

Innocent Drinks is making up to £1 million available in grants through its Farmer Innovation Fund, aiming to support regenerative fruit and vegetable farming within its supply chain.

Carlsberg’s operation in Kazakhstan has filed an appeal with a Russian court to overturn a ban on the brewer selling Baltika brands in the region.

The FDA has announced the “first-ever" qualified health claim for yogurt, stating that regular consumption of yogurt can reduce the risk of type-2 diabetes.

Mason Dixie Foods, a US-based clean label ‘comfort food’ brand, has introduced a new collection of single-serve frozen breakfast sandwiches inspired by ‘drive-through classics’.