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Yoplait is expanding its kids’ portfolio with the launch of its first-ever Greek-style yogurt pouch under the Petits Filous brand.

Fonterra Co-operative Group has appointed Richard Allen as its next chief executive officer, succeeding Miles Hurrell, who announced he would be stepping down from the company last month.

Meiji is strengthening its leadership in the yogurt category with the nationwide launch of Meiji Bulgaria Yogurt LB81 Plain Fat-Free.

Valley Milk has formed Francisco Foods, a new entity to acquire substantially all assets of Rizo-Lopez Foods.

Nexture provides a comprehensive portfolio of ready to roll GLP-1 smart ingredients catering to diverse needs.

US dairy producer Meister has officially broken ground on a major new expansion project aimed at significantly increasing its cheese and whey production capabilities.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company has launched two new ice cream bar lines inspired by established confectionery brands, Reese's Crunchy Peanut and Almond Joy.

All Things is extending its fast-growing cottage cheese portfolio with the launch of a new low-fat variant.

All G received a 'no questions' letter from the FDA, indicating the agency has no objections to the company's conclusion that its recombinant lactoferrin is safe for use in food.

Amcor has introduced its UniPak 1kg dairy pot for high-volume yogurt and dairy applications.

French food-tech company Standing Ovation has raised $34.2 million (€30 million) in Series B funding to accelerate the commercialisation of its precision-fermented dairy proteins.

New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra Co-operative Group has completed the sale of its global consumer and associated businesses, collectively known as Mainland Group, to French dairy multinational Lactalis.