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Target to eliminate certified synthetic colours from all cereals
Target has announced that by the end of May 2026, it will exclusively carry cereals made without certified synthetic colours.
Taj Foods sets the pace for frozen world foods at IFE 2026
Taj Foods will take centre stage at IFE 2026 as it unveils its most strategically focused frozen innovation programme to date.
KluraLabs raises £8m to scale packaging technology for waste reduction
UK-based materials science company KluraLabs has raised £8 million in funding to accelerate the roll-out of its packaging technology solution across global retail supply chains.
PS Seasoning launches four new flavours for meat processors
PS Seasoning has unveiled four new seasoning blends aimed at commercial meat processors: Pesto Sausage, Curry Sausage, Birria Snack Stick and Candied Jalapeño Jerky.
JM Smucker adds to board following engagement with Elliott
JM Smucker has appointed Woo-Sung (Bruce) Chung and David Singer to its board of directors, effective 15 April 2026.
Doritos Protein brings 10g of protein to the snack aisle as brand expands into functional snacking
Doritos is entering the high-growth protein snack segment with the launch of Doritos Protein.
Engineering resilience in confectionery production: Preparing for the year ahead
As the confectionery sector enters 2026, manufacturers face intensifying pressure to deliver greater product variety, cleaner labels and faster innovation without sacrificing efficiency or compliance.
Mars launches $85m Impact Fund to support communities, science and pet wellbeing
Mars has unveiled a new enterprise-level philanthropic initiative, the Mars Impact Fund, committing $85 million between 2025 and 2027.
Beef and lamb receive 580 times more in EU subsidies than legumes, study reveals
Figures released by charity Foodrise have revealed that beef and lamb received an estimated 580 times more common agricultural policy subsidies from the European Union than legumes in 2020.
Catalina Snacks expands portfolio with Peanut Butter Protein Cereal and Parmesan Garlic Snack Mix
Better-for-you cereal and snack brand Catalina Snacks is broadening its lineup with two new product launches: Peanut Butter Protein Cereal and Parmesan Garlic Protein Snack Mix.
Why advancing action in the food system is key to solving some of the world’s biggest challenges
Sharon Bligh explores how, when environmental pressures, supply chains and diet-related disease are all accelerating, transforming the food system is no longer optional – it is essential.
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