The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Puratos launches ProteinPro Strength and ProteinPro Flex, clean-label mixes enabling commercial bakers to add protein and fibre without compromising texture.

McDonald's faces scrutiny following reports detailing its use of AI-driven pricing tools to recommend store-level menu prices across its franchise network.

Mars Snacking introduces Skittles Gummy Crystals, pairing soft gummies with crunchy crystals ahead of a TikTok Shop launch and 2027 retail rollout.

Presto raises $10 million from Remus Capital and existing investors to accelerate deployment of its enterprise Voice AI platform across QSR drive-thrus.

Red Bull launches its 2026 Advent Calendar across US retail, featuring 24 cans including the pack-exclusive return of Festive Edition Arctic Berry.

Co-op has closed its five standalone On The Go trial stores across the UK, shifting the micro-format food-to-go concept into its core convenience network.