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Kellogg-owned Rxbar has expanded into the breakfast cereal aisle with the release of a new Rx Cereal line made with plant-based protein.

Sensient Technologies has acquired Flavor Solutions, a provider of flavours and flavour technologies to the food, beverage and nutraceutical markets.

Dairy products manufacturer Food Union has released two new ice cream flavours based on cocktail favourites under its Ekselence brand.

DSM has expanded its Dairy Safe cheese biopreservation portfolio with a new range of phage-robust culture rotations.

General Assembly Pizza has secured its first dedicated facility for the production of its frozen pizzas, in an effort to meet increased retail demand.

Nestlé is introducing a new limited-edition salted caramel popcorn flavoured KitKat Chunky bar across the UK.

Meal kit company HelloFresh has agreed to acquire Australian ready-to-eat meal manufacturer Youfoodz for AUD 125m (approximately $93.3m).

Vegan brand Follow Your Heart has launched dairy-free Greek Style Crumbles in the UK, available in Tesco stores nationwide from 12 July.

Better-for-you baking brand Miss Jones Baking Co has announced the launch of its new Everyday Delicious line of reduced-sugar baking mixes.

Bel has announced the launch of its plant-based cheese alternative brand Nurishh to the UK market with three new products.

Private equity firm KPS Capital Partners has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in Tate & Lyle’s Primary Products business in the Americas for $1.3bn.

Canadian brand St. Lawrence Gold has released two new honey flavours into Waitrose stores across the UK.