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Solina enters South America with New Max acquisition
Solina, a player in the global savoury food solutions market, has announced its entry into the South American market through the acquisition of New Max Industrial, a Brazilian provider of savoury solutions, flavouring systems and natural colourants.
Forest Feast expands product line with new chocolate-coated date offerings
Premium snacking brand Forest Feast is set to enhance its product portfolio with the introduction of two new chocolate date varieties inspired by Middle Eastern flavours.
Langtins releases freeze-dried sweets range Noomz
British confectionery company Langtins has introduced a new range of freeze-dried sweets, called Noomz.
EU unveils €350m plan to boost food innovation through fermentation technologies
The plan includes €350 million in funding to help scale up fermentation technologies that can support the development of sustainable food ingredients and alternative proteins.
Bunge finalises $8.4bn Viterra merger
Global agribusiness giant Bunge Global has completed its $8.4 billion merger with Canadian grain handler Viterra, nearly two years after first announcing the deal.
Hershey to eliminate artificial food dyes by 2027 amid regulatory changes
The Hershey Company has announced plans to phase out artificial food dyes from its product line-up by the end of 2027, according to a report by Bloomberg.
Cartwright & Butler introduces limited-edition Dubai Style Truffles
Cartwright & Butler has launched its limited-edition Dubai Style Truffles, now available in several major UK retail outlets and online platforms.
EATS 2025: Showcasing the future of food and beverage manufacturing
The Equipment, Automation and Technology Show for Food & Beverage (EATS) will take place at the McCormick Place in Chicago, US, from 28-30 October 2025.
Prime Roots launches plant-based deli meats after seven years of R&D
Prime Roots has unveiled a new range of upgraded deli products made from mycelium-based whole food protein, following seven years of research and development.
Danone completes acquisition of plant-based nutrition company Kate Farms
Danone has completed the acquisition of Kate Farms, a US provider of plant-based clinical nutrition, from Novo Holdings.
Pladis expands McVitie’s brand into confectionery with new product launch
Pladis is venturing into the confectionery market with the introduction of McVitie’s Club Layers Orange. This marks the first time the well-established McVitie’s Club brand will be available in the confectionery sector, aiming to attract a younger consumer demographic.
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