The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) has announced its entry into the portable frozen dessert category with the launch of a premium ice cream bar line and an expansion of its existing pint collection.

Greenfield Natural Meat Co. is expanding its U.S. portfolio with the launch of Protein Snack Kits, featuring 20g of protein and 7g of fibre to meet rising consumer demand for functional, sustainable snacks.

Swizzels has introduced Squashies Tropical and Squashies Sour Shooting Stars to its portfolio, offering HFSS-compliant confectionery options that align with rising consumer demand for bold, permissible treats.

Krispy Kreme introduces the limited-time Bracket Bash Dozen and a promotional BOGO offer to capitalise on peak seasonal demand during the upcoming college basketball tournament.

HIPPEAS® introduces Jalapeño Cheddar Blaze and All Dressed Up chickpea puffs, marking the first product expansion following the brand’s 2026 visual identity refresh.

The Hershey Company expands its Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels brand with the launch of Dot’s Original Snack Mix, a premium "no-filler" offering aimed at the high-growth salty snack category.

Aldi is expanding its private-label Easter confectionery range with premium and novelty formats as the retailer competes for a larger share of seasonal UK grocery sales.

The Protein Ball Co has launched a new dual-textured Stuffed line of protein snacks, aiming to address format fatigue and tap into sensory-led market trends.