The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Farm Rich has announced a significant expansion of its frozen breakfast portfolio with the launch of three protein-packed SKUs, designed to meet the growing consumer demand for "snackable" and highly convenient morning meal solutions.

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.

Olipop has expanded its functional soda lineup with the launch of Raspberry Sherbet and the permanent return of Blackberry Vanilla, targeting the "nostalgia-led" wellness market with high-fibre, low-sugar alternatives to traditional carbonated soft drinks.

Dose and Juice Press have partnered to launch the "Dose of Vitality" smoothie, integrating a clinically-backed liver health supplement into a mainstream retail format to capitalise on the "beauty-from-within" and proactive wellness trends.

Vive Organic, owned by Suja Life, has expanded its functional beverage portfolio with the launch of Mind Boost and Mood Boost wellness shots, securing a nationwide retail rollout at Kroger to capture growing consumer demand for cognitive health solutions.

Prodalim has acquired food-tech company Better Juice to integrate its proprietary enzymatic sugar reduction technology, marking a strategic expansion into the $1.8 billion global taste modulation market.

Neutonic has raised $6 million at a $60 million valuation to accelerate its global retail expansion, including a major 500-store rollout with Sainsbury’s and a strategic push into the United States and Australia.