The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

French dairy and plant-based giant Danone has announced a strategic expansion of its Alpro brand, entering the fast-growing meal replacement beverage sector with the launch of Alpro Meal to Go.

The new variant combines the brand’s signature sugar-free cola with a blend of pineapple, mango, and peach, targeting the growing consumer demand for exotic fruit profiles within the UK carbonates category.

PULP Ultra® is engineered to bridge the gap between sustainability and functional performance in the food-to-go sector. The material is composed of over 95% bagasse fibres, treated with a proprietary barrier spray coating of less than 5%.

Pack'd positions the frozen format as a direct solution to food waste in the fresh produce category. Pomegranate seeds are typically sold fresh with a limited shelf life or require laborious preparation to deseed.

Great Kitchens is recognised as North America's largest manufacturer of private-label take-and-bake pizzas. The acquisition also transfers ownership of the iconic Uno Foods brand, bringing deep-dish and handheld capabilities into the Rich's portfolio.

Better-for-you snack manufacturer Cibo Vita has announced a significant format innovation for its Nature’s Garden brand, launching Nature’s Garden Clusters.