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Organic frozen food producer Pack'd has expanded its fruit portfolio with the launch of Organic Frozen Pomegranate.

Rowntree’s is expanding its ice lolly portfolio with two new fruit-led products, as owner Froneri looks to reinforce its position in the take-home ice cream category.

British soft drinks maker Cawston Press has entered the fast-growing no- and low-alcohol drinks market with the acquisition of Loah.

Conagra said the reformulation delivers up to 70% less saturated fat than dairy butter while also adding functional nutritional benefits.

The Simply Good Foods Company has appointed former executive Joe Scalzo as president and chief executive officer, effective immediately.

Smithfield Foods will acquire US-based hot dog maker Nathan’s Famous in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $450 million.

The new products – including wing sauces, dips and squeeze formats – will roll out nationally in the coming weeks, ahead of the Super Bowl.

Tetra Pak says will invest €60 million in a new pilot plant in Sweden to accelerate the development of paper-based barrier technology for aseptic cartons

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