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US plant-based food brand Barvecue has unveiled what it claims is a market-first innovation: a seasoned rotisserie chicken-style product.

Plant-based food company Sunflower Family has announced the debut of its product range in the UK: a new line of protein products made from 100% sunflower seed protein.

Roquette has launched Amysta L 123, a thermally soluble pea starch that promises to reshape the landscape of clean label products.

Soul Kitchen has unveiled a new line of single-serve, clean label soups designed specifically for modern workplaces, micro-markets and travel.

Natural colours producer Oterra has launched FruitMax Purple 105, a clean label purple shade designed for beverage and confectionery manufacturers.

Carlsberg Britvic-owned plant-based drinks brand Plenish has introduced Plenish Zero Sugar Oat M*lk, made with just four naturally sourced ingredients and no oils or additives.

A new US food-tech company, Lasso, has been launched by the team behind plant-based meat start-up Tender Food, supported by $6.5 million in new funding.

Rude Health has launched a new premium barista milk alternative range, debuting in two varieties – pistachio and hazelnut – this month (October 2025).

PepsiCo-owned UK breakfast brand Quaker has launched Quaker Oats & Fruit: a clean label breakfast range catering to health-conscious consumers.