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German spice and ingredient manufacturer Raps has unveiled a new functional solution for the development of plant-based roast meat alternatives.

Südpack has appointed Thorsten Seehars as its new CEO, succeeding Erik Bouts, who is retiring after six years in the role.

Beneo has opened its first pulse-processing plant in Obrigheim, Germany, following an investment of around €50 million by its parent company, the Südzucker Group.

Danone will close its Ochsenfurt dairy plant in Germany by late 2026 due to low capacity use, rising costs and shifting consumer habits.

Leuze has launched two new sensor innovations, designed for hygiene-sensitive production and demanding industrial cleaning processes.

The Bonduelle Group has confirmed the sale of production assets relating to its packaged salad business in Germany.

Goodmills Innovation has developed a new wheat and fava bean protein claimed to offer an ‘amazingly close to meat-like’ texture.

Nestlé has announced plans to cease operations at its Conow production site in early 2026 and its Neuss plant in mid-2026.