The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

A major consolidation in the global health and wellness ingredient sector is underway, as Darling Ingredients and Tessenderlo Group have entered into a definitive agreement to merge their gelatin and collagen operations.

The strategic move transforms the brand—co-founded by media personality Alex Cooper—into a multifunctional platform spanning hydration, protein-enriched beverages, stick packs, and now functional energy.

Scottish brewer BrewDog is expanding the boundaries of its alcohol-free (AF) portfolio with the launch of "Mello," a new functional beer range designed to bridge the gap between social drinking and wellness supplementation.

Kellanova-owned clean-label snack brand RXBAR is diversifying its portfolio with a significant format innovation, announcing the launch of RXBAR Protein Energy Bites.

Genius Gourmet, an innovator in better-for-you snacks, has introduced its latest product line: Protein Puffs, available in Buffalo and Cheddar Cheese flavours.

The new whey protein hydrolysate is engineered to overcome the persistent sensory challenges associated with peptide-based feeds, offering a significantly improved taste profile to boost patient compliance.

Tetra Pak has officially opened its new Product Development Centre (PDC) for Powder Process and Technology in Cholet, France, as demand surges for protein-based and powdered nutrition products across the global food and beverage industry.

The appointment represents a strategic move to strengthen the company's leadership as it seeks to expand its market presence in the growing functional foods sector. Jemapete, who has been a strategic investor in Glucose Health since 2017, brings extensive financial services expertise and a deep understanding of the company's mission and market potential.