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Del Monte Foods launches Bubble Fruit Gel, combining fruit, popping boba and gel
Del has unveiled its latest product innovation, Bubble Fruit Gel, a unique snacking option that combines real fruit, popping boba and gel.
Werther’s Original introduces seasonal hard candy NPD
Werther’s Original is introducing a limited-edition Caramel Apple Hard Candies product to its seasonal Harvest Line in the US.
Pip & Nut joins Tony’s Open Chain to enhance ethical cocoa sourcing
Pip & Nut has become the first UK snack company to join Tony’s Open Chain, which is aimed at eradicating exploitation in cocoa supply chain.
M&M's and Snickers producer Mars confirms $35.9bn Kellanova acquisition
Food giant Mars is set to acquire Kellanova, the maker of snacks such as Pringles and Cheez-It, for $35.9 billion.
Utz Brands finalises acquisition of key distribution rights from National Food Corp
Utz Brands has completed its acquisition of 65 direct-store delivery routes in South Florida from National Food Corp.
Kar's Nuts introduces co-branded trail mix line with M&M’s
Trail mix brand Kar's Nuts has announced the launch of a new co-branded line of trail mixes in partnership with M&M’s in the US.
Venture capital firm Pegasus partners with Japanese snack food giant Calbee
Silicon Valley, US-based venture capital firm Pegasus Tech Ventures has partnered with Japanese snacking giant Calbee.
Krispy Kreme refreshes doughnut line-up with eight new recipes
Krispy Kreme has refreshed its doughnut offering in the UK, with a new lineup featuring eight brand-new recipes.
Conagra Brands adds Sweetwood Smoke to portfolio
US-based CPG firm Conagra Brands has acquired Sweetwood Smoke & Co., maker of Fatty Smoked Meat Sticks.
New global-inspired Lay’s flavours hit the US
PepsiCo-owned FritoLay North America has launched three new flavours of its Lay’s potato chips in the US, inspired by global destinations.
Opinion: How to tailor your snack range to satisfy seasonal consumer needs
Epicurium’s founder Ben Mckechnie explores key seasonal snacking trends to reveal consumer buying patterns throughout the year.
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