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7Up unveils biggest brand evolution in over 15 years with lime-led reformulation
7UP, part of the Keurig Dr Pepper brand portfolio, has unveiled its first brand evolution in more than 15 years, centred around a lime-led reformulation in the US.
Can vertical farming rise to the challenge?
Vertical farming business leaders will take stock of the sector’s future at the 7th Vertical Farming World Congress on 5-7 October in central London, after a demanding year of heightened financial pressure despite the technology's evident climate benefits.
Malk unveils brand’s ‘biggest innovation yet’ with clean-label Whole Malk NPD
Plant-based dairy alternatives brand Malk has today (10 August 2026) announced the launch of Whole Malk – a clean-label, organic plant-based milk containing 12g of protein per serving.
The sensory scoop: Textural innovation and premium flavours turn ice cream into an immersive experience
Multi-layered textures, unique inclusions and luxurious, premium flavours are elevating today’s ice cream innovations, transforming them from basic summer snacking staples into immersive, sensory-led eating experiences for all occasions.
Thermo Fisher Scientific introduces InstaFlux solution to simplify pathogen and environmental testing
Thermo Fisher Scientific has introduced Thermo Scientific InstaFlux, an integrated media-on-demand enrichment workflow aiming to help food microbiology laboratories simplify media preparation, improve productivity and enhance sample traceability.
I.T.S responds to summer flavour trends with new caramelised banana solution
UK flavour house I.T.S has launched a new caramelised banana flavour solution, tapping into the rise of what it calls ‘one of summer’s biggest flavours’.
Huel debuts new Mixed Berry Black Edition RTD offering in the US
Plant-based nutrition brand Huel has expanded its portfolio in the US with the addition of a new Mixed Berry flavour to its Black Edition Ready-to-Drink (RTD) line-up.
Crespel & Deiters introduces new coloured crumbs for breadings and toppings
Crespel & Deiters has announced the launch of Lory Crumb Colored, a range of colourful crumbs for breading and toppings, made with natural colourants.
New Flydrate hydration beverages target aviation industry
A new functional hydration beverage brand, Flydrate, has launched in the UK, targeting the air travel industry exclusively.
Mr Kipling expands Signature Collection home baking range with new salted caramel products
Premier Foods’ Mr Kipling Signature Collection is expanding its range of home baking mixes and icings with a new Salted Caramel & Belgian Milk Chocolate Cake Mix, and Salted Caramel Fill & Glaze Icing.
Juicy Marbles aims to give sausage category an 'overhaul' with new ‘Butcher-Minced Bangers’
Plant-based meat brand Juicy Marbles has expanded into the sausages category with the UK launch of its new ‘Butcher-Minced Bangers,’ launching exclusively with online retailer Ocado.
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