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Plant-based food manufacturer Upfield has announced the “world’s first” plastic-free recyclable tub for its plant butters and spreads.

Starco Brands, in partnership with US rapper Cardi B, has added a new limited-edition strawberry flavour under its alcoholic whipped cream brand, Whipshots.

US-based alt-dairy start-up Perfect Day has raised a pre-Series E financing round of up to $90m and has announced leadership changes.

Kabrita, a manufacturer of goat milk formula, has officially unveiled the first and only long-term FDA authorised goat milk-based infant formula in the US.

Premium nutrition and supplement brand Smart Protein has unveiled a new range of premium active and wellness nutritional supplements.

Chobani has introduced a new line of dessert-inspired Greek yogurts, called Chobani Creations.

Capsa Food has taken full ownership of Lácteas Flor de Burgos after it first acquired a 50% stake in the Spanish dairy business in 2020.

UK supermarket Marks & Spencer has teamed up with nutrition-science company Zoe in a “world-first” collaboration after a year of product development.

Biotiful Gut Health has unveiled its “first-ever” ambient gut health product launch with the introduction of Biotiful Meal Boosters.

Dutch-based Denkavit Group has successfully acquired the Volac Milk Replacer business from the UK's Volac International Ltd.

Private equity company Platinum Equity has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Horizon Organic and Wallaby from Danone.

2023 saw the launch of many innovative products in the food and beverage industry. Below are the most-searched product launches on the FoodBev website.