The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

M2 Ingredients, a leading North American supplier of full-spectrum mushroom ingredients, has announced a major technical breakthrough for the functional beverage category with the launch of M2Brew™.

The launch signals a significant milestone in the salty snack category, as one of the world's most recognisable consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands reformulates to capture the rapidly growing demographic of protein-seeking shoppers.

The launch marks a major geographical expansion for the apple cider vinegar-infused beverage, rolling out nationwide across Tesco stores on 4 March 2026, followed by an immediate food-to-go rollout at Pret a Manger on 5 March.

Munchkin Inc., the ubiquitous baby lifestyle and accessories brand owned by WHY Brands Inc., has announced a major strategic pivot into the consumable nutrition sector with the launch of Munchkin Infant Formula.

Rise Wellness has announced a major expansion of its retail footprint and product portfolio with the launch of Protein Pop Plus. The new carbonated, ready-to-drink (RTD) clear protein beverage is rolling out immediately to all 607 Costco locations across the United States.

The launch represents a significant breakthrough for the functional nutrition sector, solving the historical supply constraints and prohibitive costs that have largely kept the highly prized whey protein out of mainstream consumer packaged goods (CPG).

The new range delivers 16 grams of protein per cup, more than double the protein content of its standard offerings, achieved through the integration of a savoury bone broth base.

Bob's Red Mill, a heritage leader in the natural foods and whole grain sector, has announced a strategic expansion of its breakfast portfolio with two new oat-based innovations: Chocolate Chip Instant Oatmeal Packets and Chocolate Hazelnut Overnight Protein Oats.