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Kirk Tanner appointed CEO of The Hershey Company as Michele Buck retires
The Hershey Company has announced the appointment of Kirk Tanner as president and chief executive officer, effective August 18 2025.
All Things Butter releases new spreadable and conventional butter variants
UK dairy brand All Things Butter has launched a new spreadable butter, alongside non-organic versions of its core salted and unsalted butters.
IFT introduces AI-driven R&D platform to enhance food product development
IFT has launched CoDeveloper, a new AI-powered research and development platform designed to streamline the product development process for food and beverage companies.
Crayola and Jel Sert collaborate on kid-created freezer pop flavour
In a novel partnership between two iconic brands, Crayola and The Jel Sert Company have launched a new freezer pop flavour developed entirely by children.
CMA opens investigation into Greencore and Bakkavor merger
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has initiated an inquiry into the proposed acquisition of Bakkavor Group by Greencore Group, a significant move in the UK food manufacturing sector.
Tony’s Chocolonely and Hot Take Dough launch limited-edition s’more cookie pack
Tony’s Chocolonely has partnered with artisanal cookie dough brand Hot Take Dough to launch a new limited-edition treat: the Tony’s x Hot...
Leon Grocery to launch new sauce range
Leon Grocery is set to introduce a new line of sauces designed to enhance everyday meals, launching exclusively at Sainsbury's on July 28 2025.
Solina enters South America with New Max acquisition
Solina, a player in the global savoury food solutions market, has announced its entry into the South American market through the acquisition of New Max Industrial, a Brazilian provider of savoury solutions, flavouring systems and natural colourants.
Forest Feast expands product line with new chocolate-coated date offerings
Premium snacking brand Forest Feast is set to enhance its product portfolio with the introduction of two new chocolate date varieties inspired by Middle Eastern flavours.
Langtins releases freeze-dried sweets range Noomz
British confectionery company Langtins has introduced a new range of freeze-dried sweets, called Noomz.
EU unveils €350m plan to boost food innovation through fermentation technologies
The plan includes €350 million in funding to help scale up fermentation technologies that can support the development of sustainable food ingredients and alternative proteins.
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