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2nd Nature launches AI platform to enhance upcycling of food processing byproducts
2nd Nature, which specialises in clean ingredient solutions, has introduced AgWaste Portal, an AI platform designed to optimise the upcycling of food processing leftovers into functional ingredients.
Functional chocolate brand Awake secures CAD $8m to accelerate growth
Functional snack brand Awake Chocolate has successfully closed an CAD $8 million (approx. $6 million) funding round aimed at supporting its rapid growth and product innovation.
Neuro Gum launches Strawberry Cake-flavoured mint
Neuro Gum, a player in the functional gum and mints market, has unveiled a limited-edition Strawberry Cake-flavoured mint in collaboration with brand ambassador and investor Steve Aoki.
Nexture debuts as new holding company for CSM Ingredients and Italcanditi
New established holiding company, Nexture, has officially launched today, marking a significant development in the food ingredients sector.
UK's food strategy aims to combat obesity, enhance food security and foster sustainability
The UK government has launched a new food strategy aimed at transforming the nation's food system, addressing critical issues such as rising obesity rates, food insecurity and environmental sustainability.
Insignia International appoints new CEO amid surge in Hispanic cuisine demand
Insignia International has promoted its chief sales officer, Jason Parasco, to CEO as the company seeks to capitalise on the growing popularity of Hispanic cuisine in the US market.
Little Moons expands flavour range with Brown Butter Caramel Mochi ice cream
Little Moons, a player in the frozen and chilled snack segment, has added a new flavour – Brown Butter Caramel – to its portfolio of mochi ice cream.
Greatview opens new aseptic carton packaging facility in Italy
Greatview, a global supplier of aseptic carton packaging solutions, has inaugurated its new manufacturing facility in Perugia, Italy, through its major shareholder, NewJF.
Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Hormel Black Label Bacon team up to debut limited-edition cereal
General Mills’ Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal brand has teamed up for the second time with Hormel Black Label Bacon, this time launching a limited-edition cinnamon and bacon-flavoured cereal.
The Compleat Food Group expands portfolio with acquisition of Freshpak
The Compleat Food Group has acquired Freshpak, a private-label producer specialising in added-value egg products, chilled food-to-go...
Kraft Heinz considers divesting grocery segment in potential $20bn spin-off
According to reports from major media outlets, including Bloomberg and Financial Times, Kraft Heinz Company is actively considering a significant restructuring that would involve spinning off a substantial portion of its grocery business, which includes several iconic Kraft products.
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