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Aldi has announced plans to commit more than £5 billion to long-term supplier agreements with British farmers and food producers.

The Melitta Group has announced plans to invest more than €100 million into its coffee production site in Bremen, Germany, as part of its long-term growth and internationalisation strategy.

The DMK Group has officially commissioned a new lactoferrin production facility at its Altentreptow site.

Arkay Zero Proof has announced plans to open a new production, bottling and labelling facility in Avignon, France, as part of its expansion into the European market.

Paranova Print and Packaging has officially unveiled what it describes as the UK’s new hub for fibre-based food-to-go packaging.

Brami has secured $33 million in Series B funding in a round led by VMG Partners, as the company looks to expand its supply chain capabilities and accelerate growth.

Rodda’s is investing £6 million in a new cottage cheese production facility at its Scorrier creamery in Cornwall.

Kerry Dairy Ireland has officially rebranded as Kinisla, unveiling a €300 million investment programme designed to accelerate growth and expand innovation.

Mars has announced a major £190 million investment into its factory in Slough, UK, where it produces chocolate for its Mars, Galaxy, Snickers and Maltesers brands, among others.

Anheuser-Busch is investing $5 million in its brewery operations in Columbus, Ohio, as the brewer looks to increase production capacity for fast-growing Michelob ULTRA brands.

Vertical farming company Oishii has announced the first closing of a $150 million Series C financing round, supporting the scale of its indoor Smart Farm model as the company increases production.

Diageo has officially opened its new Littleconnell Brewery in Newbridge, Kildare.