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New research from gut health science company Zoe highlights a 'dangerous fibre gap' across the nation, with public awareness of the issue and faith in the government to address the problem found to be low.

The Ryl Company, maker of the rapidly growing ready-to-drink iced tea brand Ryl Tea, has closed a $20 million Series C financing round.

Fonterra Co-operative Group has announced that chief innovation and brand officer Komal Mistry-Mehta will leave the business in October 2026.

Nestlé has today (3 June 2026) announced it will take full ownership of nutrition brand Yfood, in which it has held a 49% stake since 2023.

Kad Bnei Darom has unveiled Cuca Herb Pops, a new flash-frozen herb format.

Sustainable fats and oils start-up Sun Bear Biofuture has completed its first successful production run at less than 10% of the industry’s average set-up cost, utilising its new £25,000 automated pilot facility.

Heinz has today (3 June 2026) announced the launch of three new mayonnaise-based sauces in the US, responding to demand for restaurant-style condiments at home.

Ingredion Incorporated has acquired Benicaros, a patented prebiotic fibre derived from upcycled carrot pomace.

Ilchester Cheese has expanded its Mexicana cheese brand through a new partnership with hot sauce brand Cholula, launching Mexicana Cholula Cheddar Cheese Slices as it looks to strengthen its presence in the flavoured and sliced cheese categories.

Vybey has entered the growing functional soft drinks category with the launch of Collagen + Energy.