The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Steakholder Foods has partnered with KeHE Distributors to launch its Perfecta premium plant-based meat range in the United States, starting in the Northeast.

Bayou Best Foods has acquired Berlin-based BettaF!sh, uniting two plant-based seafood innovators to expand distribution and product offerings across the U.S. and European markets.

Beyond Meat has introduced its Beyond Steak Filet to retail shelves at Wegmans and H-E-B, expanding distribution following its successful direct-to-consumer launch.

A Lima court has ordered the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos to conduct a vegan student census and provide meal options, citing constitutional rights and nutritional viability.

Forager Project has expanded its organic, dairy-free creamer range, introducing three new flavour profiles aimed at addressing consumer demand for more indulgent options in the plant-based beverage category.

Flora Food Group’s plant-based cheese brand Violife has launched a multi-channel marketing campaign, "Undairy the Craving," featuring a consumer rebate programme, AI tools, and chef partnerships to accelerate category trial.

Italian health food brand Valsoia has expanded its plant-based ice cream portfolio with the launch of a zero-sugar cone and a dual-flavour hazelnut and pistachio tub.

ADM has launched eight new soy and pea protein ingredients across North America and Europe, targeting the high-growth functional beverage, meat alternative, and dairy-free markets.