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Rhea Agarwal, Director of Business Development in the UK and EU at Haldiram, a leading producer of authentic Indian snacks, speaks to FoodBev about India’s snacking industry and the rising popularity of Indian snacks in the West.

In a move to enhance its Protein+ product line, Barilla has added a new rigatoni pasta shape to its line-up. This introduction comes as consumer interest in healthier food options continues to rise, particularly among those seeking convenient and nutritious meal solutions.

Aldi is set to launch a unique product in the UK market: Dubai Chocolate Style Mochi, marking a first for supermarkets in the region.

Premium chocolate brand, Fatso, has introduced a new flavour – called Drunk’n Monkey – as part of its ongoing effort to redefine the dark chocolate market.

Sweden has officially transitioned to a cage-free system for hens, marking a historic victory for animal welfare group, Project 1882.

Premier Foods-owned brand Loyd Grossman has unveiled a new range of premium Italian sauces as part of its 30th anniversary celebration in the UK.

Seattle’s Best Coffee has partnered with gourmet marshmallow brand XO Marshmallow to launch Coffee Roast Mallows, a limited-edition variety pack of coffee-flavoured marshmallows.

Barry Callebaut has teamed up with the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) to research the potential of cocoa cell culture technology.

In a strategic pivot that could reshape its brand portfolio, Kraft Heinz is reportedly exploring the possibility of spinning off several of its slower-growing brands, including Velveeta and Oscar Mayer, as part of an effort to reverse the fortunes of its underperforming grocery division.

Ohly, a global supplier of yeast-based ingredients and culinary powders, has debuted two new hot sauce powders: ProDry Chipotle Puree Powder and ProDry Aged Red Jalapeño Sauce Powder.

PepsiCo says it is intensifying its productivity initiatives as the company seeks to enhance operational efficiencies and integrate its North American operations.

GEA Group has inaugurated a new $20 million New Food Application and Technology Centre (ATC) in Janesville, Wisconsin, aimed at enhancing the scalability of alternative protein production.