The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Organic poultry brand Farmer Focus has expanded into the ready-to-heat convenience category with the launch of a new fully cooked organic chicken product range.

Darling Ingredients’ health brand Rousselot has secured a US patent for Nextida GC, a science-backed collagen peptide ingredient formulated to support post-meal blood glucose regulation.

Premium condiment brand Tabañero has launched a line of seven clean-label barbecue sauces with reduced sugar and calorie content across US retail channels.

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.

Gourmia has expanded its countertop appliance range with the launch of its upgraded 2-Quart Automatic Soft Serve Ice Cream and Slushy Maker at Costco, featuring a compressor cooling system that eliminates canister pre-freezing.

Walmart has launched its first in-store restaurant delivery integration within its app, allowing customers to order Subway for Express Delivery in under 30 minutes.