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Sainsbury’s has initiated a trial of plastic-free packaging for its avocados, expected to eliminate 20.2m pieces of plastic upon rollout.

M&S Food has unveiled two new product ranges aimed at enhancing consumer health, reflecting the industry trend to prioritise nutrition.

Shannon O’Shields, vice president of marketing at Rubix Foods, explores how fandom marketing is reshaping the food and beverage industry.

Albertsons has terminated its planned $24.6 billion merger with Kroger following court rulings blocking the deal due to antitrust concerns.

The Campbell’s Company has announced that its CEO and president, Mark Clouse, plans to retire, effective 31 January 2025.

Lidl GB has announced it will exceed its five-year investment target in British food and farming by 40% by the end of FY24.

The Nutri-Score system, designed to simplify nutritional information for consumers, is facing mounting challenges as several brands withdraw

Unilever will launch a series of limited-edition pink packaging for its brands during Asda’s annual Tickled Pink campaign this October.

Supermarket giant Aldi plans to invest over £30 million in dairy farmers over the next three and a half years.

Ahold Delhaize USA is collaborating with General Mills to reduce greenhouse gas emissions within their shared value chain.

Baldor Specialty Food has expanded its capabilities with the opening of a new 100,000-square-foot facility in Lanham, Washington DC, US.

To tackle the childhood obesity crisis, the UK government has confirmed that a ban on junk food ads will come in effect on 1 October 2025.