The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Babybel expands its product portfolio with Babybel PRO, a new functional snack cheese combining protein and probiotics to meet rising consumer demand for functional foods.

General Mills has successfully removed all certified colours from its K-12 school food portfolio ahead of its 2026 deadline, marking a significant milestone in school foodservice innovation.

Vital Proteins has launched a new ready-to-drink Collagen Sparkling Water formulated with VERISOL peptides, capturing growing consumer demand for functional, multi-benefit beverages.

Clean Simple Eats announces the launch of Peachy Ring, a new clear protein powder featuring 20 grams of grass-fed whey isolate.

Quest Nutrition announces a strategic partnership with basketball player Sophie Cunningham to launch its new Stacks Bars and Crispy Protein Chips, expanding its active lifestyle product portfolio.

WISEcode has introduced the Non-UPF Shield and a formalised UPF Standard to provide brands and consumers with objective, data-driven frameworks for evaluating ultra-processed foods.

Gatorade has launched Gatorade Lower Sugar, a new sports drink featuring 75 percent less sugar and no artificial additives, designed to meet growing consumer demand for clean-label hydration.

Craft & Art Wine and Spirits partners with Woodstock Goods to launch a new THC beverage division, targeting the growing functional alternatives market.