The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

NCA President & CEO John Downs has announced a series of senior executive promotions, including naming Brian McKeon and Christopher Gindlesperger as Executive Vice Presidents, to drive a strategic transformation of the organisation’s advocacy and public policy functions.

Mars, Incorporated completes a $180 million investment across four Ontario facilities to boost production capacity, sustainability, and manufacturing innovation.

Ferrero Group announces the acquisition of Brazilian premium protein snack company Bold Snacks to expand its better-for-you portfolio and regional footprint in South America.

Black Forest has transitioned its entire everyday gummy candy portfolio to USDA Certified Organic status, introducing the new Gummy Forest Friends line to meet rising consumer demand for clean-label confectionery.

The Hershey Company has introduced "ONE Hershey," a unified U.S. commercial operating model that integrates its sweet, salty, and protein portfolios to streamline retail partnerships and accelerate innovation.

Swizzels has introduced Squashies Tropical and Squashies Sour Shooting Stars to its portfolio, offering HFSS-compliant confectionery options that align with rising consumer demand for bold, permissible treats.

Mondelēz International has completed a major investment at its Bern facility, installing a new production line to transform the site into a global Centre of Excellence for the Toblerone brand.

Mars Drinks & Treats is scaling its UK frozen portfolio with the launch of the Snickers Peanut Butter Creamy ice cream bar, following double-digit growth in the branded ice cream sector.