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Mars expands Ben's Original line with convenient meal solutions
Mars has launched new products under its Ben's Original brand, aimed at enhancing convenience and nutrition for busy consumers in Canada and the US.
Co-op adds mojito-flavoured grapes to fresh produce line
The Co-operative Group is set to launch a novel product in its fresh fruit aisle: mojito-flavoured grapes, branded as 'Mojito Fresh'.
AI on the line: How AI is transforming vision inspection tech
FoodBev's Siân Yates explores how cutting-edge vision inspection technologies are reshaping the industry, one perfectly examined product at a time.
Sweet Freedom unveils limited-edition Pistachio Syrup
Sweet Freedom has unveiled its new limited-edition Pistachio Syrup, responding to a notable surge in consumer interest in pistachio-flavoured products.
Apax Global Impact Fund to invest in Foods Connected
The Apax Global Impact Fund, managed by Apax Partners, has announced a strategic investment in Foods Connected, a supplier management platform under Hilton Food Group.
Jungbunzlauer expands texturants portfolio with TayaGel LA
Jungbunzlauer, a leading producer of sustainable ingredients, has introduced its latest innovation – TayaGel LA, a low-acyl gellan gum – at this year’s IFT FIRST 2025 conference in Chicago.
Hummus brand Little Sesame closes $8.5m Series A funding round
US-based hummus brand Little Sesame has successfully closed an $8.5m Series A funding round, led by InvestEco Capital.
2nd Nature launches AI platform to enhance upcycling of food processing byproducts
2nd Nature, which specialises in clean ingredient solutions, has introduced AgWaste Portal, an AI platform designed to optimise the upcycling of food processing leftovers into functional ingredients.
Functional chocolate brand Awake secures CAD $8m to accelerate growth
Functional snack brand Awake Chocolate has successfully closed an CAD $8 million (approx. $6 million) funding round aimed at supporting its rapid growth and product innovation.
Neuro Gum launches Strawberry Cake-flavoured mint
Neuro Gum, a player in the functional gum and mints market, has unveiled a limited-edition Strawberry Cake-flavoured mint in collaboration with brand ambassador and investor Steve Aoki.
Nexture debuts as new holding company for CSM Ingredients and Italcanditi
New established holiding company, Nexture, has officially launched today, marking a significant development in the food ingredients sector.
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