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Diageo to reformulate whisky and rum drinks in India following ban due to flavourings – Reuters
According to a Reuters report, Diageo’s India unit, United Spirits, has agreed to reformulate several of its popular whisky and rum drinks in the country after regulators banned them in some states due to an alleged breach of flavouring rules.
DSM-Firmenich proposes Richard Ridinger as new chairman as Thomas Leysen steps down
DSM-Firmenich’s chair of the board of directors, Thomas Leysen (pictured above), has decided to retire from his role once his successor has been elected by the company’s shareholders.
NNB and Axiom Foods launch plant protein partnership to address whey shortage
US-based nutrition company NNB has partnered with protein manufacturer Axiom Foods to launch a new plant protein ingredients line, PeptiClear.
Oterra appoints Susanne Arfelt Rajamand as CEO to drive company's next phase of growth
Oterra has appointed Susanne Arfelt Rajamand as its new chief executive officer, taking up the role on 12 October 2026.
FDA proposes mandatory GRAS notifications in major overhaul of food ingredient oversight
The FDA has proposed making notifications for Generally Recognized as Safe substances mandatory.
WK Kellogg accelerates removal of artificial colours and BHT from cereal portfolio
WK Kellogg is accelerating plans to eliminate artificial colours and the preservative butylated hydroxytoluene from its entire portfolio,
Raisio appoints Elli Siltala as CEO
Finnish food group Raisio has appointed Elli Siltala as its new chief executive officer, effective 1 September 2026.
Plantible secures $35m to boost Rubi Protein production capacity
US food-tech company Plantible Foods has received a USDA-backed loan from X-Caliber Rural Capital to significantly expand production of its plant-based Rubi Protein ingredient.
Döhler establishes Canadian subsidiary to strengthen North American presence
Döhler Group has expanded its North American operations with the establishment of Döhler Canada, a new legal entity based in Toronto, Ontario.
I.T.S responds to summer flavour trends with new caramelised banana solution
UK flavour house I.T.S has launched a new caramelised banana flavour solution, tapping into the rise of what it calls ‘one of summer’s biggest flavours’.
Griffith Foods agrees deal to acquire Plant-Tec factory in Poland
Griffith Foods has reached an agreement with LipCo Foods Group to acquire the Plant-Tec production facility in Zgierz, near Łódź, Poland.
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