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Mars Wrigley to cut 307 jobs as Newark site closes
Mars Wrigley is set to eliminate 307 jobs at its Newark, New Jersey facility as the company consolidates its North American snacking operations in Chicago.
Cheez-It and Coors Light team up for limited-edition beer cheese crackers
Cheez-It is partnering with Coors Light to launch a limited-edition beer cheese-flavoured cracker ahead of the US football tailgating season.
General Mills, ADM and Walmart partner on regenerative agriculture across 40,000 Midwest wheat acres
General Mills, ADM and Walmart have announced a strategic collaboration to accelerate regenerative agriculture across 40,000 acres of wheat-growing land in the US Midwest.
Chobani expands high-protein range with new Flip Greek yogurt snacks
Chobani has expanded its US high-protein portfolio with the launch of Chobani 20g Protein Flip Greek Yogurt, combining Greek yogurt with separate crunchy mix-ins.
TopGum unveils new longevity-focused gummies line
Gummy manufacturer TopGum has unveiled a new collection of plant-based gummies that address key needs within the growing longevity category.
Kellogg’s expands Bluey partnership with non-HFSS multigrain snack bars
Kellogg’s is expanding its partnership with children’s entertainment brand Bluey with the launch of a new range of non-HFSS multigrain snack bars in the UK.
Philadelphia launches lactose-free cream cheese in US
Philadelphia has introduced a lactose-free version of its cream cheese, aimed at consumers who experience difficulty digesting lactose.
US announces 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, including wine and dairy
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, including wine and cheese.
Intersnack to take Utz Brands private in $2.9bn deal
German snack manufacturer Intersnack Group has agreed to acquire US salty snacks producer Utz Brands in a transaction valuing the business at approximately $2.9 billion.
Riviana responds to clean-label protein demand with new pulse and whole-grain ingredients
US-based rice producer Riviana Foods has expanded its pulse and whole-grain portfolio with two new gluten-free, clean-label ingredient innovations.
Mettler Toledo expands X6 inspection series with AI-enabled X-ray system
Mettler Toledo Product Inspection Group has expanded its X6 Series with the launch of the X56 DXD+, a dual-energy photon-counting X-ray inspection system featuring artificial intelligence capabilities.
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