The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Aloha has expanded its organic snacking portfolio with a limited-edition Key Lime Protein Bar, leveraging the growing consumer demand for citrus-forward profiles and clean-label, plant-based nutrition.

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has announced a comprehensive artificial intelligence programming track for its upcoming IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo, focusing on how AI can accelerate product development, strengthen food safety, and support global food security.

Boar’s Head Brand has announced the nationwide launch of The Fryer’s Deep Fried Turkey Breast, utilising a high-impact digital campaign on the Las Vegas Sphere to introduce a traditionally seasonal flavour profile to the permanent deli counter.

Southern Co-op has formally dismissed an alternative partnership approach from independent society OurCoop, reaffirming its commitment to a proposed merger with the national Co-op Group to prevent administration and secure its retail estate.

Lavazza has launched "La Reserva de ¡Tierra! Selection," the first professional-grade coffee sourced from farms certified under the Rainforest Alliance Regenerative Agriculture Standard, marking a significant milestone in the commercialisation of science-based soil and ecosystem restoration.

Elite Robots has launched RoboBarista, a fully autonomous, cobot-powered coffee station designed to deliver up to 60 cups per hour while offering professional-grade latte art and remote management for high-traffic commercial operators.