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Marks & Spencer has introduced a new seedless grape brand in a grab-and-go pot format.

Sazerac has expanded into the growing soju category with the launch of Dalho Soju in the US market, available in two size formats.

Kieran Fisher, founder of Warrior, explores why the creatine category is booming, who the new consumer base is and how functional formats are reshaping its future.

The UK Competitions and Markets Authority has today (20 August 2026) cleared Danone’s £864 million acquisition of plant-based nutrition brand Huel.

Haribo is expanding its US confectionery portfolio with the launch of Balla Bites and Balla Bites Sour.

Aapa has launched nationwide across Asda and WHSmith, entering the UK market with a proposition designed to bridge the gap between traditional soft drinks and functional beverages.

Flrt has expanded its zero-sugar energy drink range with the launch of Apple Bottoms Up, its first new flavour since the brand debuted earlier this year.

Canada’s Competition Bureau is seeking to block Nortera Food’s proposed acquisition of B&G Foods Canada’s Green Giant and Le Sieur vegetable business.

Diageo’s latest annual report for 2026 shows that the alcohol giant’s workforce has been reduced by more than 6%, or nearly 2,000 jobs, year-over-year.

JSB Industries has acquired the crustless sandwich brand Fave’Wich from Gold Medal Bakery.