The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Leche and Tiny Health have launched a clinical study to evaluate how supplementing formula-fed infants' diets with shelf-stable donor breast milk impacts gut health and microbiome development.

Entries for the highly anticipated annual World Functional Food and Beverage Awards are now open. The international awards scheme is designed to benchmark the industry's most exceptional breakthroughs.

NutraBio Labs has expanded into the ready-to-drink segment with the launch of Protein Now, a 21g of protein concentrated, shelf-stable protein shot designed to meet convenience and GLP-1 dietary demands.

Diversified soft drinks group Nichols plc has signed a multi-year licensing agreement with THG plc to launch Myprotein Clear Whey Protein Water, marking the Vimto owner’s entry into the UK protein-fortified beverage market.

Functional beverage brand PLAYR1 has partnered with broker K-12 Food Solutions to distribute its clean-label, Smart Snack-certified multi-functional drinks across United States school districts.

Premier Protein has expanded its ready-to-drink portfolio with the launch of Premier Protein Ultimate, a high-protein shake designed to meet rising consumer demand for protein-dense dietary options.

M&S has transformed its beans and pulses range and partnered with Bowel Cancer UK for a summer health campaign to drive UK fibre consumption.

Vitamin Well Group, the parent company of the popular functional snack brand Barebells, has announced an agreement to acquire EMPWR Nutrition Group from Waterland Private Equity Investments.