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Texas Governor Greg Abbott signs bill mandating food warning labels
Packaged food and drink sold in Texas containing certain artificial ingredients will require on-pack warning labels following the signing of Senate Bill 25 by Governor Greg Abbott this weekend.
BioMara project brings seaweed-based fibre ingredient to mainstream foods
BioMara, in collaboration with ingredient supplier Macphie and Abertay University, has completed a government-funded project to incorporate a new seaweed-based ingredient into mainstream food products.
Roquette expands Nutralys portfolio with new textured wheat and pea proteins
Roquette has expanded its Nutralys portfolio with two new solutions, a textured wheat protein and a textured pea protein.
Research: UK study explores the role of food structure in digestion and health
A new UK study explores how the physical structure of food plays a key role in how the human body digests it, highlighting opportunities for manufacturers to develop foods with less adverse health effects.
Razer and Mars forge joint venture to create gamer-centric snack line
Razer, a leading lifestyle brand for gamers, has formed a joint venture with Mars to expand the Respawn by Razer product line – a range designed specifically for the gaming community – marking a bold step in cross-industry collaboration.
Heinz UK launches 'zero' ketchup to meet rising demand for healthier options
Kraft Heinz has launched what it calls a ‘game-changing’ addition to its iconic tomato ketchup line-up: Heinz Tomato Ketchup Zero, which has zero added sugar and salt, 35% more tomatoes and ‘zero compromise on taste’.
Mars' $36bn Kellanova acquisition faces EU antitrust investigation – Reuters
According to reporting by Reuters, global snack giant Mars’ $36bn takeover bid for Kellanova is set to face a full-scale EU antitrust investigation which could require Mars to divest assets.
Tetra Pak opens new food technology development centre in Sweden
Tetra Pak has announced that its pilot New Food Technology Development Centre in Karlshamn, Sweden, is now open for business.
Olymel to invest $142m in Trois-Rivières facility expansion
Olymel has announced a $142 million expansion of its La Fernandière plant in Trois-Rivières, Quebec, with construction set to begin in the coming days and operations expected to start in spring 2026.
Australia approves cell-based meat for sale in regulatory milestone for start-up Vow
Australian biotech company Vow has announced that cultivated Japanese quail products under its brand, Forged, have been officially approved for sale in Australia and New Zealand.
Kettle Brand launches limited-edition Chilli Crisp chips
Kettle Brand is venturing into the summer snack market with the introduction of its limited-edition Chilli Crisp chips, a product that capitalises on the growing popularity of chilli crisp as a flavour profile.
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