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Coca-Cola Consolidated has announced a $90m investment into a new, 400-square-foot distribution and warehouse facility in Columbus, Ohio, US.

DSM-Firmenich has opened a new US baking innovation facility in Princeton, New Jersey, as part of a broader €700m investment to advance its global R&D capabilities.

US food and beverage brand Laird Superfood has expanded its range of functional products with the launch of six new organic mushroom powders.

Diageo has revealed plans to implement a $500m cost savings programme over three years, to enable reinvestment in future growth and ‘improved operating leverage’.

HP Hood-owned brand Lactaid has launched a new chocolate peanut butter ice cream in the US.

Health-Ade’s SunSip prebiotic soda brand has unveiled its latest flavour, grape, now rolling out at Target stores across the US.

Dairy giant Chobani has announced its acquisition of Daily Harvest, a plant-based start-up that delivers a range of frozen ready meals, smoothies, snacks and protein products.

Food giant Kraft Heinz has confirmed it plans to invest $3bn into modernising its 30 manufacturing sites across the US.

Anheuser-Busch has unveiled a $300 million investment aimed at enhancing its manufacturing operations across the US.