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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.

Behind the scenes, a growing network of food innovation centres is quietly transforming the sector, providing the technical capabilities, collaborative ecosystems and strategic support that manufacturers increasingly depend on.

UK food manufacturer The Compleat Food Group has appointed former Marks & Spencer executive Sue Bell as its first chief technical officer.

Twinings has expanded its ready-to-drink Sparkling Tea portfolio with the launch of a new peach-flavoured variant.

UK chocolate brand Ritter Sport has introduced Roasted Peanut, a new addition to its premium nut portfolio, to grow the nut chocolate segment.

UK-based plant-based food company VFC Foods, which owns Meatless Farm, is separating from the Vegan Food Group (VFG), formed just two years ago.

UK snack manufacturer Proper has launched a new flavour in its lentil chip range, House Hot Sauce Lentil Chips, as demand for spicy snacks continues to surge.

Nichols is stepping up its expansion in the energy drinks category with the launch of Vimto Energy Tropical Cooler.