The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Active nutrition brand Possible by Standard Process has expanded its plant-based protein portfolio with the launch of Peanut Butter Protein, utilising its proprietary low-glycaemic oat flour.

PepsiCo brand MUG Root Beer has launched MUG Root Beer Floats Vanilla Howler, marking its first-ever limited-edition flavour and targeting the dirty soda trend.

The Coca-Cola Company brand BODYARMOR has expanded its active hydration portfolio with the launch of BODYARMOR FIT, its first-ever canned and carbonated sports drink range.

Pepsi Global has launched Pepsi House of Treats, a crafted beverages platform designed to deliver premium, customisable drinks across Away From Home hospitality and entertainment channels.

Grupo Bimbo has partnered with The Hershey Company to launch a co-branded sweet baked goods range in the US, combining Bimbo and Marinela pastries with Hershey's chocolate.

Flora Food Group has expanded its US culinary portfolio with the launch of Red Barn Creamery Butter, an 84 per cent butterfat, batch-churned product produced in Kansas.

Savoury protein brand Takeaways has launched a three-strong line of cheese-based protein bars, targeting the functional snacking sector with a low-sugar alternative to sweet active nutrition products.

Japanese speciality coffee equipment manufacturer HARIO will launch two new Tritan-based colourways for its V60 Dripper NEO at World of Coffee Brussels 2026.