The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Very Lazy has launched a new ambient chopped onion product in the UK, featuring Quick Fry technology designed to reduce preparation time and eliminate common kitchen frustrations.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe has introduced the "Smoothie Dog," a frozen treat developed in partnership with the Loco Beach Coconuts, as part of a promotional brand activation.

Clean-label snack brand Honestly I Am has announced a significant update to its protein bar range, launching two new flavours: Peanut Butter Jelly and Cocoa Orange.

Novus Foods has appointed Admir Basic as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 July 2026, marking the next stage of growth for the $1 billion chilled snacking platform.

The J.M. Smucker Co. has announced that its Uncrustables sandwich portfolio is now fridge friendly, allowing consumers to store products in the refrigerator for immediate consumption.

British challenger brand Nice Rice has unveiled a major rebrand, shifting its strategic focus from sustainability-led messaging to a quality-first positioning ahead of a nationwide rollout in Tesco.

Plant-powered supplement brand INDI is launching its new functional 'Brain Bar' this July, designed to support cognitive function and energy with a clean-label, whole-food formulation.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company has invested €10 million to modernise its Veszprém factory in Hungary, introducing a new production line to support European demand for bite-sized ice cream formats.