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The Serious Sweets Company (SSC) has acquired Nom Bites, along with its Lexi's line of marshmallow and protein bars, for an undisclosed sum.

Terphane has announced a strategic partnership with Origin Materials to produce sustainable, high-performance bio-polymer films.

Paper-based packaging company, Ranpak Holdings, has introduced a sustainable thermal liner for packaging.

UK sandwich brand Urban Eat has expanded its portfolio with a new heat-to-eat "Micro-snacking" range.

US food brand Bob’s Red Mill has launched a new Protein Oats product which it claims offers up to 60% more protein than regular oats.

US halva and tahini company, Seed + Mill, has announced the launch of a new organic spicy tahini product available in a squeeze bottle format.

UK ingredients business Meadow has announced the acquisition of fruit and confectionery sauces manufacturer, Naked Foods, for an undisclosed amount.

British popcorn brand Popcorn Kitchen has announced the launch of a new Blueberry Muffin-flavoured product.

The packaging is fully recyclable, made from 70% recycled materials and it funds the collection of ocean-bound plastic bottles from Asian rivers.

The Canadian division of Lactalis Group has agreed to purchase dessert manufacturer Marie Morin Canada for an undisclosed sum.

Mondelēz International has launched two new chocolate bar varieties under its Cadbury brand: Cadbury Darkmilk Praline and Cadbury Caramilk Crispy.

Kraft Heinz has announced that its Lunchables snack brand is partnering with Fresh Del Monte Produce to offer a new fresh fruit product line.