The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Kraft Natural Cheese has launched a lactose-free product line using lactase enzymes to capture growing consumer demand for digestive-friendly real dairy options.

Death Wish Coffee Co. has launched Power Surge, a high-caffeine organic coffee leveraging Robusta beans to capture growing consumer demand for natural functional energy. Boasting more than 200 mg of caffeine per serving.

Premium tea brand teapigs has launched its first product innovation in five years, introducing four premium herbal blends featuring adaptogens and sustainable packaging.

Bakery brand King's Hawaiian has partnered with Illumination's Minions and Monsters franchise to launch an interactive co-branded product, driving category growth through experiential sweet snacks.

CPG brand Bush's has launched three limited-edition baked bean flavours, Dill Pickle, Apple Pie and Rocket Pop-Flavoured

Heineken has launched Heineken Ultimate in Brazil, utilising a lower-alcohol, gluten-free, and low-calorie formulation to capture the fast-growing premium well-being category.

Ferrero Group has partnered with Netflix to launch a multi-category Wonka confectionery range, leveraging the IP and upcoming on-screen entertainment to disrupt the seasonal aisle.

Quest Nutrition has expanded its portfolio with Dill Pickle Protein Chips and a Salted Caramel Milkshake, leveraging high-protein profiles to drive volume across digital and mass retail channels.