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The company clarified that these recipe updates are currently isolated to the Toffee Crisp and Blue Riband ranges, with no immediate plans to extend similar reformulation strategies.

The facility, which initiated material feeding on 31 August 2025, marks a substantial expansion of Angel Yeast’s end-to-end production capabilities — from R&D to large-scale manufacturing.

The initiative is anchored by the reopening of its Food & Nutrition application laboratory in November 2025, which has been extensively renovated to foster cross-sector innovation.

Angel Yeast has inaugurated a new, fully automated yeast protein production line at its Baiyang Biotechnology Park in Yichang, Hubei, China, marking a significant step in meeting rising global demand for sustainable protein solutions.

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.

MGP Ingredients, a leading brand owner and contract distiller, has announced two significant executive appointments as part of its strategic growth agenda. The company has named Matias Bentel as Chief Marketing Officer and Chris Wiseman as Senior Vice President of Operations, strengthening its leadership team with seasoned industry professionals.

Sugar reduction technology specialist Incredo has announced the appointment of Aldo Uva as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Uva, who previously served as Executive Chairman of the company, succeeds Kelly Thompson in the top leadership role.

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.