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Members of the EU Parliament have voted not to include plant-based drinks in schools, in a “significant blow” to children who do not usually consume milk.

Hudsonville Ice Cream has announced the launch of a new range of ice cream bars in the US.

Biotech start-up Exosomm is exploring natural mechanisms in human breast milk to create a bioactive ingredient that could aid inflammatory disorders.

Ben & Jerry's has promoted its chief marketing officer Dave Stever to the role of CEO, succeeding Matthew McCarthy after five years in the role.

GEA has announced a €50m investment into the modernisation of its centrifuge production facilities in Olede and Niederahr, Germany.

Mars Chocolate Drinks and Treats has revealed a new addition to its ice cream sharing tub range, with the launch of its Milky Way ice cream.

Bubs Australia has axed its CEO Kristy Carr with immediate effect for failing to comply with “reasonable board directions”.

Organic dairy brand Five:am has launched three new products to its portfolio – flavoured yogurts, yogurt pouches and flavoured milks.

The Coca-Cola Company has unveiled plans to build a new Fairlife production facility with a total investment estimated at $650m.

Rude Health has added two new organic No Sugars dairy-free drinks to its portfolio, launching into UK retail, which contain no naturally occurring sugars.

Sigma Alimentos has announced that it has acquired a majority stake in US-based Hispanic cheese and cream producer, Los Altos.

Häagen-Dazs is launching a new collection of its ice creams, inspired by afternoon tea, in Orange and Pomegranate Tart and Blooming Blueberry Tart.