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In a move to enhance its Protein+ product line, Barilla has added a new rigatoni pasta shape to its line-up. This introduction comes as consumer interest in healthier food options continues to rise, particularly among those seeking convenient and nutritious meal solutions.

Coca-Cola has revealed plans to launch a new variant of its iconic soft drink sweetened with cane sugar in the US, following a recent push from President Donald Trump, who has advocated for a shift away from high-fructose corn syrup in favour of cane sugar, framing it as a healthier alternative.

Generous Brands, a prominent player in the premium refrigerated beverage sector, has announced its acquisition of Health-Ade Kombucha for approximately $500 million, according to sources familiar with the deal.

As political rhetoric once again puts high-fructose corn syrup under the spotlight, FoodBev’s Leah Smith unpacks Donald Trump’s unexpected call for Coca-Cola to switch to cane sugar.

PepsiCo has launched Pepsi Prebiotic Cola, an innovation in the cola category that combines traditional flavours with added functional benefits.

Gatorade is making waves in the hydration market with the launch of its latest product, Gatorade Hydration Booster Relax, designed specifically to support athletes and active consumers beyond traditional sports scenarios.

GEA Group has inaugurated a new $20 million New Food Application and Technology Centre (ATC) in Janesville, Wisconsin, aimed at enhancing the scalability of alternative protein production.

Liquid Death, the edgy beverage brand renowned for its bold, metal-inspired marketing and canned water, is poised to make an entry into the energy drink market.

Voodoo Scientific been awarded a US patent for a novel method that allows distillers to eliminate harshness from spirits, a significant development for the beverage alcohol industry.