The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

PiiPER has launched its debut lineup of buttercream frostings, edible glitter dust, and colour sprays across Target and Walmart to target Gen Z home bakers.

Naked Earth has introduced single-serve ceremonial-grade cacao ritual packets, delivering an organic, caffeine-alternative beverage formulated for steady energy and focus.

Mondelēz International brand Oreo has partnered with Yum! Brands KFC to launch limited-edition fried chicken-flavoured cookies across China.

McKee Foods has unveiled the 2026 autumn product lineup for its Little Debbie brand, introducing returning seasonal SKUs, mini muffins, and expanded bulk club packs across US retail.

Fazer Aito is expanding its plant-based portfolio across retail channels from late August 2026, debuting Greek-style oat gurts, fruit-sweetened yoghurt drinks, and a hazelnut-biscuit barista oat milk.

Mondelēz International brand CHIPS AHOY! has launched a limited-edition Mystery Cookie, combining social commerce on TikTok Shop with a gamified consumer sweepstakes.

Sargento Foods has signed a definitive agreement to acquire California-based La Terra Fina, expanding its retail reach into the grocery deli section.

Fazer Bakery is expanding its Finnish retail footprint from August 2026 with a lineup of seeded rye breads, puffed-oat toast, cheese bagels, and gluten-free Pullava sweet buns.