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5 February 2026
UPFs face growing calls for tobacco-style regulation as consumer pressure builds
UPFs are facing mounting calls for tighter regulation akin to tobacco, as new academic research and consumer data point to growing concern over their health impacts.
5 February 2026
M2 Ingredients launches Center of Innovation to accelerate functional mushroom R&D
M2 Ingredients, one of the largest vertically integrated functional mushroom grower and ingredient suppliers globally, has announced the launch of the M2 Center of Innovation.
5 February 2026
Mars Food & Nutrition appoints Chris Sackree as global vice president supply
Mars has announced the appointment of Chris Sackree as global vice president supply for Mars Food & Nutrition.
5 February 2026
Nomo unveils biggest-ever free-from Easter range for 2026
Nomo, the UK’s plant-powered and free-from chocolate brand, is set to make Easter 2026 its most ambitious yet, unveiling its largest and most innovative Easter range to date.
5 February 2026
Nestlé extends KitKat range with cookie dough flavour to drive growth across formats
Nestlé has launched a cookie dough flavour extension across its KitKat chocolate bar range in the UK, as the group leans on familiar, indulgent flavours.
5 February 2026
Nestlé UK & Ireland announces leadership changes
Nestlé UK & Ireland has announced three senior leadership appointments spanning its coffee, manufacturing and foodservice operations.
5 February 2026
Monin bets on ‘swicy’ and nostalgia trends with new syrups to drive on-trade growth
Hot Honey and Maple Pecan Pie syrups are designed to capitalise on two fast-growing flavour trends: sweet-spicy combinations and nostalgia-driven indulgence.
5 February 2026
Arla to invest over $60m expanding Bahrain dairy plant to boost MENA supply and exports
Arla will invest more than $60 million to expand its dairy manufacturing site in Bahrain, increasing production capacity by 30% as the co-op doubles down on growth and export.
5 February 2026
New research suggests alternative proteins could deliver €111bn to EU economy
A landmark analysis reveals that scaling the alternative protein sector across the European Union could generate €111 billion in annual gross value added by 2040
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