The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Premium ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs® has announced a comprehensive expansion of its frozen dessert portfolio, introducing a new suite of flavours and formats designed to encourage consumers to "slow down" and savour the moment.

The launch aims to capture the "clean label" consumer, offering pantry-friendly ingredient decks across multiple categories including milk alternatives, creamers, and ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee.

Functional nutrition brand Laird Superfood, Inc. has announced a significant strategic pivot, launching its first-ever dairy-based product line: Laird Superfood Protein Coffee with Lion's Mane Mushroom.

The rollout is supported by fresh consumer data regarding game day eating habits and serves as the precursor to a broader marketing campaign scheduled to debut on 2 February.

Global flavour leader McCormick & Company, Incorporated has announced significant additions to its Board of Directors, appointing two heavyweights from the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector.

UK snack manufacturer Proper has announced a strategic flavour extension to its fast-growing lentil chip portfolio, introducing House Hot Sauce Lentil Chips.

PIM Brands Inc., the maker of Welch's® Fruit Snacks, has announced a significant expansion of its Fusions™ product line, introducing two new flavour varieties: Citrus Surge and Tropical Tornado.

Coinciding with the spirit launch, Malibu has partnered with Dole to release a new line of canned cocktails. The Malibu & Dole Ready-to-Drink Cocktails aim to capitalise on the mix of the spirit with pineapple juice.