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The reports highlight a disconnect between corporate profitability and public health costs, noting that while the combined market for these beverages generates billions in profit

The move is the precursor to a broader strategic restructuring, wherein KDP intends to separate into two independent, U.S.-listed public companies post-closing.

The legislation mandates the restoration of whole milk options in school meal programs, overturning previous restrictions that limited offerings to low-fat or fat-free varieties.

The UK Government has set out a definitive timeline for significant animal welfare reforms, launching a consultation on plans to completely phase out colony cage systems for laying hens by 2032.

DeNeve brings over two decades of high-level experience in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and securities law, joining from the international law firm O'Melveny & Myers LLP.

The European Commission has granted unconditional approval for Mars’ $36 billion acquisition of Kellanova, removing the final regulatory hurdle for the confectionery and snacking giant. With this clearance secured.

Beyond Meat has been ordered to pay $38.9 million in damages to fellow alt-meat producer Vegadelphia Foods, after a federal jury found the company liable for trademark infringement.

Nestlé Bangladesh is under legal scrutiny after food inspectors raised concerns over the safety of KitKat chocolate wafers sold in the country.