The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Bimbo Bakeries USA brand Little Bites has launched a Mystery Muffin across US grocery channels alongside a gamified social media contest inviting consumers to name the new SKU.

Conagra Brands has partnered with Peanuts to launch a limited-edition range of Duncan Hines baking mixes and Swiss Miss hot cocoa products across US retail channels.

Land O'Lakes has introduced single-serve Snack Cheese Cubes across Northeast retailers while expanding its Deli American distribution into Kroger dairy cases nationwide.

HARIBO of America has expanded its sugar confectionery portfolio with the launch of Balla Bites and Balla Bites Sour, featuring dual-textured, multi-flavoured gummi bites across US retail channels.

PepsiCo brand Cheetos has launched Cheetos Sweet Phantom Heat Flavoured Puffs, a multi-sensory cinnamon sugar and Sichuan pepper-inspired seasonal snack.

Confectionery manufacturer Storck is expanding its Riesen portfolio in the UK with the launch of Riesen Salted Peanut, a limited-edition 135g sharing bag.

High-protein snack brand Crisp Power has expanded its savoury pretzel portfolio with a Honey Mustard flavour while opening a $15 million domestic manufacturing plant in Stafford, Texas.

Subway has partnered with Doritos to launch Doritos Hot Honey Nachos alongside returning Hot Honey sub sandwiches across participating US locations.