The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Hershey Canada has partnered with The Pokémon Company International to launch a range of limited-edition collectable chocolates featuring themed packaging foils.

The California Association of Food Banks has rebranded as California Food Banks to highlight the collaborative strength of its statewide distribution and agricultural network.

Del Monte Corporation and Treatt have launched a range of upcycled, fruit-derived extracts from pineapple, watermelon, mango, and cantaloupe for beverage applications.

Oterra has launched liquid formats of its Jungle Blue and Arctic Blue natural colours, providing food and beverage manufacturers with easier-to-disperse, naturally sourced blues.

Hornitos Tequila and Jarritos have launched the limited-edition Margaritos Flavour Pack, a co-packaged product combining Hornitos Reposado with three popular Mexican soda variants for summer serves.

M&S has transformed its beans and pulses range and partnered with Bowel Cancer UK for a summer health campaign to drive UK fibre consumption.