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Grupo Fuertes enters ham processing sector with Jamones Albarracín deal
Spanish food group Grupo Fuertes has acquired Teruel-based Jamones Albarracín.
Cirkla to open US moulded fibre packaging facility in Georgia
Cirkla is to establish a new US manufacturing facility in Gainesville, Georgia.
Pilgrim’s Europe to acquire Walkers Deli & Sausage from Samworth Brothers
Pilgrim’s Europe has announced plans to acquire Walkers Deli & Sausage Company from Samworth Brothers, expanding its presence in the UK premium pork market.
Offbeast develops 50% beef, 50% plant-based whole-cut meat
Food-tech company Offbeast has developed what it describes as the world’s first blended whole-cut meat.
Kyushu University develops colour-changing film to detect meat spoilage
Researchers at Kyushu University have developed a flexible packaging film that changes colour as food spoils and can repair itself after being damaged.
Tyson Foods to close two facilities and sell another amid beef business restructuring
Tyson Foods has announced plans to close two of its US facilities, and to pursue the sale of another, amid a broader restructuring of its beef operations.
JBS names Wesley Batista Filho as global chief executive officer
JBS has appointed Wesley Batista Filho as its new global CEO, effective January 2027, as part of a planned leadership transition.
JBS secures $2.5bn from Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund for new joint venture
Meat giant JBS has partnered with Danantara Investment Management, an arm of Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, to establish a new joint venture that will manage JBS’ operations in Australia and New Zealand.
Urban Eat expands food-to-go range with high-protein chicken skewers
Urban Eat has launched a new range of high-protein Chicken Satay Skewers aimed at consumers seeking convenient, protein-rich snacks on the go.
Spam launches Gochujang flavour exclusively at Asda
Spam has expanded its portfolio with the launch of Spam Gochujang, a new Korean-inspired variant.
European Commission publishes Protein Action Plan and Livestock Strategy to boost resilience
The European Commission has published its new Protein Action Plan alongside a Livestock Strategy, aiming to boost the resilience of Europe’s agri-food sector and address market challenges.
Brainr secures additional €1.5m from Portugal Ventures to support international expansion
Brainr has secured a €1.5 million investment from Portugal Ventures, extending its seed funding round as the company looks to scale its AI-powered operating system for meat processors across international markets.
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