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Oterra has unveiled its latest innovation – I-Colors Bold – which introduces six new variants to meet the demand for intense colours.

To tackle the childhood obesity crisis, the UK government has confirmed that a ban on junk food ads will come in effect on 1 October 2025.

Kellanova has announced plans to sell its majority stake in Bisco-Misr to Hayel Saeed Anam (HSA) Group.

Swizzels has expanded its range with the launch of a limited-edition Squashies Squeletons product ahead of Halloween.

Krispy Kreme has unveiled a new doughnut collection in celebration of the 65th anniversary of the Barbie brand, featuring four new treats.

McCormick has launched six limited-edition Holiday Finishing Sugars, designed to cater to the growing consumer interest in festive baking.

Ferrero North America has unveiled its latest chocolate bar flavour, Dark Hazelnut and Crunchy Salted Caramel, just in time for autumn.

Valeo Foods has agreed to acquire IDC Holding, a producer of wafers, biscuits, confectionery and chocolate in Central and Eastern Europe.

The Hershey Company has appointed Michael Del Pozzo as president of its US confection business, effective September 16 2024.

Cargill has increased the capacity of its coatings and fillings plant in Deventer, the Netherlands, by 60%.

Cargill has opened its first blending facility in Southeast Asia, located at its site in Pandaan, East Java, Indonesia.

As brands seek to capture new markets, we are witnessing a growing trend of hybrid products that blend both food and drink.