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UK rice brand Tilda is expanding its presence in the ready-to-heat segment with the introduction of two new flavour profiles: Soy & Ginger Sticky Rice and Chinese Special Fried Rice.

The European Commission has paused its investigation into Mars’ $36bn takeover of fellow food giant Kellanova while awaiting data requested from the companies, according to a Reuters report.

In a bid to cater to the growing demand for health-focused snacks, Novos has introduced the Novos Bar, touted as the first functional longevity bar designed to promote healthy ageing.

Pip & Nut, a player in the UK nut snack and nut butter market, has announced the launch of its Almond Butter Stuffed Oat Bar, responding to increasing consumer interest in plant-based snack options.

Nestlé has introduced its latest product, Milo Pro, a high-protein beverage aimed at teenagers and young adults, responding to a rising consumer demand for protein-enriched nutrition in Southeast Asia.

Tim Tam, Australia’s iconic chocolate biscuit brand, has introduced a new flavour, Sweet & Salty, now available exclusively at Tesco stores across the UK.

Icelandic Provisions, a rapidly growing brand in the skyr market, has introduced a new flavour to its product line: Salted Caramel & Banana Extra Creamy skyr.

UK-based regenerative food company, Wildfarmed, has partnered with natural energy brand Tribe to launch a new range of oat flapjack bars.

Cheez-It, the popular American snack brand, is marking its first anniversary in the UK market by introducing a new flavour: Cheese and Smokey Bacon.

In time for summer, General Mills' brand Progresso has introduced a new line of BBQ-inspired soups aimed at transforming traditional cookout flavours into convenient, ready-to-eat meals.

Saputo USA has launched its latest product, Cheddarella String Cheese, a novel hybrid that merges the robust flavour of cheddar with the iconic stringy texture of mozzarella.

Rhea Agarwal, Director of Business Development in the UK and EU at Haldiram, a leading producer of authentic Indian snacks, speaks to FoodBev about India’s snacking industry and the rising popularity of Indian snacks in the West.