The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Genova Premium Tuna has announced the debut of Mediterranean Tuna Bowls, a new line of high-protein, shelf-stable convenience meals designed to capitalise on the "Mediterranean Diet" trend and address the increasing demand for nutrient-dense, portion-controlled options among GLP-1 users.

Slice Soda, owned by Suja Life, has launched the first ready-to-drink (RTD) "Dirty Soda" range, utilising coconut-derived MCT oil to replicate the indulgent mouthfeel of the viral DIY beverage trend while maintaining a low-sugar, functional gut-health profile.

GrowHappy has announced the launch of Allergen ImmunoBars, a science-backed snack line designed to solve the "maintenance gap" in pediatric allergy prevention by facilitating consistent, long-term exposure to key allergens through a whole-food, clean-label format.

Subway has officially integrated Poppi prebiotic sodas into its nationwide beverage lineup, marking a significant strategic pivot for the QSR sector as functional, low-sugar "Soda 2.0" brands begin to challenge the historical dominance of legacy carbonated soft drink giants in high-volume foodservice environments.

Bulletproof has officially entered the high-growth mushroom-enhanced coffee sector with the launch of "The Mood Booster," a functional ground coffee utilising a targeted blend of Lion’s Mane, Reishi, and KSM-66® Ashwagandha to address the rising consumer demand for stress management and cognitive support.

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.