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Believer Meats, formerly known as Future Meat Technologies, has begun construction of a 200,000-square-foot production facility.

Ferrero has announced an agreement to acquire Blue Bunny and Bomb Pop ice cream maker, Wells Enterprises, for an undisclosed amount.

Buitoni, a pasta and sauce brand, has released new flavours of refrigerated ravioli to its existing portfolio, ready to eat in six minutes.

Kellogg's has expanded its Special K portfolio with the launch of three new cereals: Oat Crunch Honey, High Protein and Zero.

Campbell Soup has recorded a 15% increase in first-quarter net sales to $2.58bn, with pricing actions helping to counter the impact of volume declines.

Dairy Farmers has released two new yogurt products under its Thick & Creamy brand ahead of the Australian summer season.

US-based snack company, Second Nature Brands, has completed the acquisition of Brownie Brittle from Encore Consumer Capital.

PepsiCo is cutting hundreds of roles at the headquarters of its North American snacks and beverages divisions, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Mars Chocolate Drinks and Treats (MCD&T) has announced the launch of a new range of chocolate digestive biscuits under its Galaxy brand.

Ben & Jerry's has teamed up with American director Ava DuVernay on a new ice cream flavour called Lights! Caramel! Action!.

Italian cheese company Gennaro Auricchio has announced the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of 3BLatte Caseificio (3B Latte).

Kraft Heinz has announced the launch of a new Philadelphia plant-based spread.