FNBX is an all-in-one platform for the food and beverage industry — connecting professionals, insights, news, launches, and events in one dynamic ecosystem. The Newsroom Latest Food & Beverage News The Newsroom Technology Deliveroo and Coco Robotics Partner to Roll out Autonomous Robot Deliveries in UK Deliveroo partners with Coco Robotics in an exclusive deal to roll out autonomous pavement delivery robots across UK cities, starting in London. Business & Finance CJ CheilJedang and ADM to Form Feed Amino Acid Joint Venture CJ CheilJedang and ADM agree to form a joint venture to produce and supply feed-grade amino acids across North and South America, bolstering domestic supply resilience. New Products Jordan's Skinny Mixes Launches Protein Refresher and Creamer STIX Jordan's Skinny Mixes launches Protein Refresher and Creamer STIX, delivering 10g of whey protein per stick pack across water and coffee beverage applications. New Products Krispy Kreme Launches Looney Tunes Doughnut Range for Halloween Krispy Kreme partners with Warner Bros. Discovery to launch a limited-edition Looney Tunes Halloween doughnut collection across participating US shops from 6 October. Business & Finance Watkins Completes Acquisition of Sauer Brands Spice Business The Watkins Company completes the acquisition of Sauer Brands' spice business, adding Kernel Season's, Spice Hunter, Sauer's, and two manufacturing plants. Alcohol Disaronno Unveils Contemporary Bottle Redesign Disaronno introduces a lighter, taller bottle redesign in the US market, featuring embossed founder signatures, refreshed branding, and modernised trade dress. FNBX Insider Issue 4 Now Available Exclusive Halloween 2026: Sweet Heat, Adult Indulgence & Texture Innovation Discover the latest Halloween product launches for 2026, featuring "swicy" flavour trends, adult-targeted confectionery, and innovative seasonal formulations across the food and beverage industry. Read more Retail Sainsbury's and Morrisons Held Talks over UK Supermarket Merger Sainsbury's and Morrisons held preliminary merger discussions earlier this year, highlighting potential consolidation across the UK grocery sector. Exclusive Interview Latin America: Balancing Cultural Identity & Innovation With unparalleled biodiversity and deep-rooted culinary traditions, Latin America is uniquely positioned to lead the next wave of global functional food innovation. Industry expert Stefanía Pérez Beltrán explores how the region is blending ancestral ingredients with modern commercial strategy, balancing cultural authenticity with the growing demand for wellness and sustainability. Stefanía Pérez Beltrán Sr. Project Manager NBD | Alianza Team Could you introduce your connections/experience with the Latin American food and beverage market? My name is Stefanía Pérez, I´m a professional in gastronomy and marketing, and I have spent nearly 15 years working across the food and beverage industry in Colombia. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work in mass consumption, food service and food retail, gaining a holistic understanding of how the industry evolves from production to consumer experience. This journey has allowed me to understand how innovation, gastronomy, marketing and business strategy blend together to create meaningful solutions through products, services, and experiences. I am especially passionate about the connection between culture and food, and how consumer behaviour, heritage and innovation continuously reshape the future of the industry across Latin America. How are brands successfully transitioning "cultural recipes" into modern products without losing links to culture? Latin America is one of the most diverse and dynamic food and beverage regions in the world. Its richness comes from an extraordinary biodiversity of fruits, grains, proteins and native ingredients, combined with the cultural influence of indigenous, African, European and regional traditions that continue shaping consumption today. What makes the region especially powerful today is the return to its roots. Consumers are increasingly valuing authenticity, heritage and ancestral techniques, transforming indigenous ingredients such as quinoa, native potatoes, cacao, tropical fruits and fermented preparations into globally relevant propositions. This movement is not only culinary, but it is also economic and cultural. How does cultural identity shift the way a product is marketed in Lima versus Mexico City or Los Angeles? Cultural identity changes how a product is communicated because each market connects with different emotional and cultural values. For example, in Lima, marketing may focus on heritage and premium local ingredients; in Mexico City, on bold flavours and tradition; and in Los Angeles, on wellness, sustainability and multicultural experiences. The product can be the same, but the storytelling and consumer connection must adapt to each culture. If you had to predict the future for the Latin American market, what would it be? The future of the Latin American food and beverage market is rooted in going back to basics, back to our origins, our crops, our biodiversity and our cultural identity. Latin America has one of the greatest natural and agricultural riches in the world, with an immense diversity of fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins and ancestral ingredients that represent a unique competitive advantage for the global market. The opportunity ahead is to capitalise on this richness by transforming local products, heritage and authenticity into innovation, economic growth, and sustainable business models. Consumers are increasingly searching for natural, authentic and culturally connected experiences, and Latin America has the power to become a global reference by elevating what has always been part of its essence. The Insight Lab Trending Food & Beverage Insights The Insight Lab community question Which consumer demands are driving your R&D? Have your say in this week’s Community Exchange poll: cast your vote on the core trend steering your current R&D pipeline, from gut-health functional formulations and sugar reduction to novel adaptogens and bold hybrid profiles. Cast your vote to instantly unlock real-time peer insights, track how fellow innovators are prioritising their resources, and see how your development strategy benchmarks against the wider food and beverage landscape. The Exchange Select your answers to vote Sugar reduction High-protein fortification Natural colours Functional wellness Flavour trends Cold Foam Submit Results Option Option Option Option Option Option Option Option Option Option Krispy Kreme Launches Looney Tunes Doughnut Range for Halloween October 5, 2026 Tim Hortons US Unveils Halloween Menu with Twix and Oreo Collaborations September 30, 2026 Dunkin' Unveils Halloween Menu with Green Apple Energy Drink and Purple Cold Foam September 30, 2026 Müller Launches Halloween Frijj Chilli Chocolate Milkshake September 30, 2026 Heinz Launches Limited Edition Chilli Bite Ketchup for Halloween September 26, 2026 Paris Baguette Introduces Sweet Heat Halloween Range September 25, 2026 Ferrero Expands Halloween Range into Adultoween Confectionery Lineup September 24, 2026 Hidden Valley Launches Spooky Ranch Seasonal Dressing September 24, 2026 TREND WATCH: Autumn 2026 Halloween Trends: Spooky Flavours and Chilling Cold Spooky confectionery and speciality beverage toppings have transformed Halloween into a retail-wide playground for flavour innovation. Moving far beyond traditional candy corn, modern seasonal menus now leverage craveable textures and visual drama, headlined by the rise of vibrantly tinted, flavoured cold foams cascading over iced brews and trick-or-treat-inspired candy crossovers. Confectioners and beverage developers alike are rethinking nostalgia, blending playful crunch, tart sour coatings, and rich dessert notes into limited-time formats designed for social feeds and impulse grabs. Textured Candy Colourful & Flavoured Cold Foam Descriptive Flavour Profiles September 2026 Issue FNBX INSIDER: Redefining Autumnal Culture In this, our fourth issue, we explore how regulation, severe climate realities, and convenience are fundamentally rewiring our autumnal comforts. Our cover story dives into an evolving seasonal menu that reaches far beyond the predictable pumpkin spice cliché. Driven by changing consumer palates and functional demands, brands are embracing unexpected botanical notes, "swavory" combinations, and multisensory profiles. Autumn Flavour Trends Liquid Concentrates Heat Impacting The Harvest Natural Colours for Candy Access Digital Edition Previous Issues

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Sainsbury's and Morrisons held preliminary merger discussions earlier this year, highlighting potential consolidation across the UK grocery sector. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Sainsbury and rival supermarket Morrisons held preliminary talks regarding a potential multi-billion-pound merger earlier this year, according to reports from Sky News. The exploratory discussions took place between November 2025 and February 2026 before being shelved. While active negotiations have concluded without an agreement, industry sources indicate that neither party has ruled out the possibility of re-evaluating talks in the future, as major grocery retailers assess strategic options in a competitive trading environment. Had a transaction progressed, the tie-up would have represented the most consequential consolidation across the UK grocery market since Sainsbury's abandoned its bid for Asda five years ago. Preliminary Discussions and Ownership Dynamics The high-level discussions brought together Britain's second-largest supermarket chain and its fifth-largest grocery competitor. Morrisons was acquired in 2021 by US private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) in a debt-funded buyout valued at approximately £7 billion. Since the takeover, the Bradford-based grocer has navigated substantial debt-servicing requirements alongside heavy capital expenditure to protect its store estate and expand its convenience footprint through Morrisons Daily. City sources suggest that CD&R remains receptive to structural opportunities that could unlock liquidity or extract operational synergies through partnerships with established industry peers. Neither Sainsbury's nor CD&R has issued an official statement regarding the talks. Regulatory Scrutiny and Competition Watchdog Precedent Any prospective transaction between Sainsbury's and Morrisons would face rigorous examination by the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The regulatory climate surrounding major supermarket combinations remains defined by the CMA's 2019 prohibition of Sainsbury's proposed £7.3 billion acquisition of Asda. In that ruling, the competition watchdog blocked the deal on the grounds that combining the two retail networks would substantially lessen competition, lead to higher prices for shoppers, and reduce product choice both nationally and across hundreds of local grocery catchment areas. Analysts note that a combination of Sainsbury's and Morrisons would create a business commanding approximately 23.6% of the UK grocery market. This would position the combined group behind market leader Tesco, which controls around 27.8% of grocery spend, while remaining ahead of discounters and mid-tier competitors. Given the significant overlap between the two grocers' physical estates, legal experts anticipate that any formal merger proposal would require extensive store disposals to secure regulatory clearance. Industrial Capabilities and Sourcing Synergies Beyond retail store counts, the strategic rationale behind past discussions centred on complementary supply chain and manufacturing infrastructure: Vertical Manufacturing Integration : Morrisons operates an extensive internal food-manufacturing division, controlling abattoirs, meat processing facilities, bakeries, and produce packing sites that supply its "Market Street" counters. Logistics and Non-Food Scale : Sainsbury's maintains an established national distribution spine alongside an extensive general merchandise and logistics platform anchored by Argos. Omnichannel Density : Combining store estates would offer greater route density for online grocery delivery and rapid-fulfilment services, helping both brands offset escalating vehicle, fuel, and labour overheads. UK Grocery Retail The disclosure of historical talks reflects the structural margin pressures confronting traditional supermarket operators across the United Kingdom. Sustained market-share expansion by German discounters Aldi and Lidl has compressed trading margins on core grocery staples, prompting conventional grocers to deploy price-matching programmes and loyalty-card pricing schemes such as Nectar Prices and Morrisons More. Concurrently, food retailers have absorbed elevated supply chain input costs, rising business rates, and statutory wage increases. While formal discussions remain paused, retail analysts suggest that ongoing margin challenges and private equity investment horizons could drive further exploration of asset-sharing models, joint buying arrangements, or structural corporate transactions across the UK supermarket sector in the years ahead. Retail Sainsbury's and Morrisons Held Talks over UK Supermarket Merger Eddie Sanders October 5, 2026 Business & Finance Crosta & Mollica Merges with European Pizza Group to Form €1B Pizza Business Business & Finance Farm Supply Company and Grange Co-op Announce Proposed Merger to Scale Operations Business & Finance Arla Foods and DMK Group Secure Regulatory Approval for Merger Packaging Tirelli and Unimac-Gherri Merge to Create Integrated Packaging Platform Business & Finance Retail Related news

Krispy Kreme to launch a limited-edition Looney Tunes Halloween doughnut collection across participating US shops from 6 October. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Krispy Kreme has partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products to introduce a limited-edition Halloween collection featuring characters from the Looney Tunes franchise. Rolling out to participating shops across the United States from Tuesday, 6 October 2026, the seasonal range marks the first time the confectionery brand has licensed Looney Tunes intellectual property for a Halloween collection. The temporary menu addition brings characters including Bugs Bunny, Tweety, Sylvester, the Tasmanian Devil (Taz), and Lola Bunny to the quick-service bakery counter dressed in holiday-themed attire. The launch aims to drive impulse sales, seasonal gifting, and party sharing throughout the October trading window, leveraging multi-generational entertainment brand equity to build dozen-box transaction volume. "Looney Tunes characters have entertained generations of fans with their fun, laughter and mischief, making them a perfect match for Krispy Kreme this Halloween," said Alison Holder, Chief Brand and Product Officer at Krispy Kreme. "This collection captures that playful Looney Tunes spirit in a delicious way, with dozens made for sharing and making Halloween parties, gatherings and spooky season celebrations a little sweeter." Product Formats and Themed Formulations The four-SKU collection adapts Krispy Kreme's proprietary yeast-raised ring and filled shell doughnut bases, finishing them with seasonal flavourings, confectionery inclusions, and character sugar plaques: 🧛 Bugs Bunny Doughnut : An unglazed yeast shell doughnut filled with chocolate dulce Kreme, dipped in red dulce icing and finished with chocolate drizzles, bat sprinkles, and a Bugs Bunny Vampire decorative sugar piece. 🎃 Tweety and Sylvester Doughnut : A core Original Glazed ring doughnut coated in candy corn flavoured icing and festive confetti sprinkles, topped with a Tweety and Sylvester Pumpkin sugar plaque. 🧟 Taz Doughnut : An unglazed yeast shell doughnut filled with Oreo cookies and Kreme filling, dipped in chocolate icing and crushed Oreo cookie pieces, finished with green icing drizzles and a Taz Mummy sugar piece. ⭐ Lola Bunny Doughnut : A classic Original Glazed ring doughnut decorated with a purple buttercreme flavoured icing swirl, gold star sprinkles, and a Lola Bunny sugar plaque. Brand Licensing The collaboration reflects expanding use of licensed media and entertainment properties across quick-service restaurant (QSR) menus to create visual distinction in the glass display case. By pairing established animated characters with decorated bakery formats, quick-service operators can generate organic social media visibility and cater to family gatherings, school events, and office catering without requiring bespoke production lines or novel back-of-house equipment. The inclusion of co-branded FMCG ingredients, such as Mondelēz International's Oreo within the Taz Doughnut, further strengthens familiar flavour cues for consumers. Retail Availability The Looney Tunes Halloween Collection will be available for a limited operating window across participating company-owned and franchised locations nationwide starting 6 October 2026, while supplies last. Commercial distribution will be supported across in-shop retail counters, drive-thru lanes, and digital ordering platforms via the Krispy Kreme website and mobile application for pickup and on-demand delivery. New Products Krispy Kreme Launches Looney Tunes Doughnut Range for Halloween Dan Bunt October 5, 2026 Confectionery Snickers and Adidas Partner on Limited-Edition Football Cleat Confectionery M&M'S Partners with Practical Magic 2 for Halloween Spell and Snack Packs New Products Crumbl Partners with Minecraft to Launch Square Dessert Collection Soft drinks Fanta Partners with Ghost Face for Halloween 2026 Haunted Universe Launch New Products Bakery Marketing Foodservice Related news

Deliveroo partners with Coco Robotics in an exclusive deal to roll out autonomous pavement delivery robots across UK cities, starting in London. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Deliveroo has entered an exclusive commercial partnership with pavement robotics operator Coco Robotics to launch autonomous food and grocery delivery services across the United Kingdom. The rollout marks Deliveroo’s first commercial deployment of autonomous delivery vehicles in the UK market, as well as Coco Robotics’ operational debut in the country. The initiative will commence in October 2026 in London's Canary Wharf district before expanding across regional commercial hubs, including Milton Keynes, Leeds, Stockton-on-Tees, and Nottingham in the coming months. The deployment establishes a multi-modal last-mile logistics model for Deliveroo, deploying zero-emission electric robots to manage short-distance orders in dense urban environments while the company's established rider network continues to service standard and longer-distance routes. "London is where Deliveroo was born, so it feels fitting that we're launching our first UK autonomous delivery service with Coco Robotics here before expanding our exclusive partnership to more towns and cities nationwide, building on our partnership in other geographies," said Miki Kuusi, Chief Executive Officer at Deliveroo and Head of DoorDash International. "We see huge potential in autonomous delivery and we are looking forward to working with Coco to bring more flexibility to our delivery network, helping local restaurants and shops meet increasing consumer demand. We firmly believe that robot and drone technology should benefit High Street businesses of all sizes, helping them remain competitive and meet consumers in new ways." Phased City Rollout and Merchant Integration The commercial deployment is structured as a phased multi-city rollout, supported by capital expenditure into dedicated local operational depots, maintenance facilities, and battery-charging infrastructure: Canary Wharf (London) : The initial launch zone will service Wood Wharf and the wider Canary Wharf estate. Initial restaurant partners include burger chain Patty&Bun, family-run bakery Signorelli, and cafe-restaurant Beam, with subsequent onboarding planned for merchants including Ole & Steen, Royal China, and Din Tai Fung. Regional Expansion Programme : In subsequent operational phases, the service will expand into Milton Keynes (featuring merchants such as Smoke and Pepper), followed by deployments in Leeds, Stockton-on-Tees, and Nottingham. The multi-regional launch has received backing from local government bodies, including support from the East Midlands Combined Authority and the Tees Valley Combined Authority, which highlighted the investment in regional logistics roles and tech infrastructure. Zach Rash, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Coco Robotics, noted: "We're thrilled to be bringing Coco to the UK with Deliveroo as our launch partner, building on our existing partnership with DoorDash. The interest here has been incredible, and we're committed to building something that creates lasting value for local merchants and the communities they serve. As we expand further across the UK, we look forward to giving more businesses another reliable delivery option and more communities access to the kind of infrastructure that makes delivery work better for everyone." Technical Architecture and Pavement Navigation Coco's delivery robots are engineered specifically for pedestrian zones and urban pavements, travelling at walking pace without requiring dedicated municipal lanes or track systems. The hardware uses an array of cameras and optical sensors paired with proprietary artificial intelligence navigation software. Crucially, the navigation systems process spatial and obstacle data at the edge on the device itself, reducing dependence on constant high-bandwidth cloud connectivity and ensuring continuous operational responsiveness across variable urban signal conditions. Supervising human operators undergo training on municipal transit regulations and local pavement conditions, while onboard software enforces location-specific speed parameters and street-level yield protocols to integrate predictably into pedestrian traffic. Accessibility Integration with BlindSquare Alongside commercial operations, Coco has integrated an accessibility data-sharing framework through a partnership with assistive navigation developer BlindSquare. As the robots navigate urban pavements, onboard computer vision systems identify and catalogue real-time ground-level hazards, including misplaced e-scooters, discarded debris, and temporary street construction barriers. This spatial information is fed directly into BlindSquare's self-voicing mobile application, providing early audio warnings to blind and partially sighted pedestrians navigating the same street corridors. "This isn't theoretical anymore," said Ilkka Pirttimaa, Founder of BlindSquare. "We're seeing firsthand how Coco's real-time sidewalk data delivers tangible safety improvements for our users in every city where we operate together. Coco's robots are essentially a real-time accessibility mapping network, feeding hazard data, discarded e-scooters, temporary construction, straight into BlindSquare's self-voicing app, giving blind and partially sighted pedestrians the crucial seconds they need to navigate safely." Global Autonomous Logistics The UK launch expands on an established commercial relationship between Coco Robotics and Deliveroo's parent company, DoorDash, alongside international subsidiary Wolt. Coco already operates commercial delivery programmes with DoorDash and Wolt across several major metropolitan markets, including Los Angeles, San Jose, Chicago, Miami, Washington D.C., and Helsinki. The UK agreement reflects a broader movement across international delivery aggregators to test hybrid fulfilment models. By pairing traditional courier fleets with automated ground robots and aerial drones, platform operators seek to improve delivery margins on low-distance orders, relieve road congestion, and provide restaurant and retail merchants with consistent dispatch capacity during peak trading dayparts. Technology Deliveroo and Coco Robotics Partner to Roll out Autonomous Robot Deliveries in UK Dan Bunt October 5, 2026 Retail Deliveroo Couriers to Pick and Deliver Aldi Orders in UK Trial Foodservice Domino's Debuts Chinese-Inspired Pizza and Biscoff Collaboration across the UK Foodservice Coco Robotics and Little Caesars Launch Autonomous Robot Pizza Delivery New Products Gopuff Expands Private Label Range with Debut Seasonal Autumn Lineup Retail Foodservice Technology Related news

Disaronno introduces a lighter, taller bottle redesign in the US market, featuring embossed founder signatures, refreshed branding, and modernised trade dress. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Disaronno has introduced a comprehensive bottle redesign across the United States, updating the trade dress and structural packaging of its flagship Disaronno Originale SKU. Commercially available nationwide from 1 October, the updated packaging marks a visual evolution for the brand, updating its shelf presence while retaining the core rectangular silhouette that has defined the label for decades. The rollout represents the brand's latest packaging refresh in the US market, aimed at reinforcing its positioning across off-premise retail displays and back-bar visibility in the hospitality sector. "Disaronno is a brand people recognise instantly, and the new bottle builds on that familiarity while giving it a fresh, more contemporary look," said Marty Kuta, Senior Vice President and Managing Director at Disaronno International USA. "It feels unmistakably Disaronno, but also signals an exciting next chapter for the brand in the U.S. We're looking forward to having it on shelves this fall and continuing to bring the Dolce Side of Life to consumers in new and engaging ways." Packaging Architecture and Structural Redesign The redesigned bottle incorporates structural and graphic modifications engineered to improve handling ergonomics for bartenders and consumers while presenting a modernised aesthetic on retail shelves: 🍾 Bottle Architecture : Engineered with a taller, lighter, and brighter glass structure, designed to elevate back-bar presence and streamline bottle handling. 🔲 Cap Geometry : A re-engineered square closure featuring a redefined aesthetic that modernises the brand’s historic rectangular cap. 🏷️ Founder Heritage : The signature of founder Domenico Reina is now embossed directly into the glass body alongside a newly introduced "DD" monogram representing Disaronno and Domenico Reina. 🎨 Visual Palette : A revised colour scheme incorporating bright gold tones paired with light blue label accents to contrast against the amber liqueur liquid. The structural weight reduction in the glass packaging supports broader industry shifts toward lower transit weights, reducing freight emissions and shipping overheads across transatlantic distribution routes. Brand Equity and Heritage Positioning The packaging refresh balances contemporary trade dress with the brand’s multi-generational distilling history. By embossing founder Domenico Reina's signature and incorporating the new "DD" monogram into the glass itself, the brand highlights its historical provenance and artisanal credibility, addressing consumer demand for authentic heritage brands within the cordial and liqueur segment. "With this campaign, we aimed to honor everything Disaronno has always represented while connecting authentically with the needs and aspirations of today's consumers," said Luca Picotti, Global Chief Marketing Director of Disaronno International. "More than ever, people are looking for moments of sweetness they can enjoy in their everyday lives. The Dolce Side of Life captures exactly that: the beauty of what is real, simple, and accessible. Together with our new bottle identity, this campaign represents an important step forward for Disaronno as we continue to evolve while staying true to our heritage." Marketing Integration The visual update is integrated directly into the brand's ongoing global marketing platform, "The Dolce Side of Life", which positions the Italian liqueur across daytime, early evening, and casual social drinking occasions. The marketing programme will deploy across digital video, paid social media, influencer partnerships, and on-premise brand activations. Central to the commercial strategy is the promotion of accessible cocktail serves: Disaronno Spritz : A lower-ABV daytime aperitivo serve combining Disaronno with sparkling wine and soda water, targeting brunch and early evening dayparts. Disaronno Sour : The brand's signature sour build, pairing the almond notes of the liqueur with fresh lemon juice to target classic cocktail menus in casual and premium hospitality accounts. By emphasising versatile, low-effort cocktail applications, Disaronno aims to broaden consumption beyond after-dinner sipping into high-volume aperitivo and cocktail dayparts. Commercial Availability The newly packaged Disaronno bottles commenced nationwide distribution on 1 October across off-premise supermarket chains, independent liquor stores, and on-premise hospitality venues throughout the United States. 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Industry Overview Exclusive Trend Halloween 2026: Sweet Heat, Adult Indulgence & Texture Innovation Discover the latest Halloween product launches for 2026, featuring "swicy" flavour trends, adult-targeted confectionery, and innovative seasonal formulations across the food and beverage industry. Read more Latest Insights Quorn Cuts Food Waste by 59% in 2026 Net Positive Report Quorn Foods has released its 2025-2026 Net Positive report, highlighting a 59% reduction in food waste, significant Scope 3 emission progress, and robust B2B foodservice initiatives. The report details the company's ongoing integration of sustainability metrics into its core business model. Plant-based Analysis October 5, 2026 Innovation and Trends at Caffe Culture Show London 2026 The Caffe Culture Show 2026, held at the Business Design Centre (BDC) in London, served as a key showcase for top coffee roasters and the innovative technology currently reshaping the cafe sector. The event highlighted three primary trends driving the market forward: technological innovation, flavour-first menu development, and health and wellness customisation. Events Insight September 30, 2026 Mars Achieves 98% Responsibly Sourced Cocoa Milestone Mars hits a 98% responsibly sourced, deforestation-free cocoa milestone in its 2025 progress report, advancing its $1bn Cocoa for Generations strategy. The achievement marks the midpoint conclusion of specific targets established in 2018 under the company's 10-year, $1 billion Cocoa for Generations initiative running through 2028. Sustainability Report September 28, 2026 Senovia Outlines Key Flavour Trends and Cultural Forces Set to Shape 2027 Senovia publishes its 2027 flavour forecast, identifying four macro cultural drivers shaping consumer demand from Asian botanicals to retro comfort desserts. The report indicates that flavour trends are not emerging at random, but are instead governed by four overarching cultural forces. Flavours & Colours Report September 26, 2026 NFRA Study Highlights Untapped Air Fryer Opportunities for Frozen Food Brands New consumer research from the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) reveals that while air fryers are now present in 70% of American households, a substantial packaging and preparation gap persists across the food manufacturing sector. Food Analysis September 25, 2026 Conagra Brands: 2026 Future of Snacking Report Conagra Brands has published its second annual Future of Snacking report, evaluating commercial data and consumer purchasing habits across the $198.2 billion US snacking sector. The study reveals that snacking has expanded into the single largest eating occasion in the United States, representing nearly 272 billion annual eating occasions. 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Quorn Foods has released its 2025-2026 Net Positive report, highlighting a 59% reduction in food waste, significant Scope 3 emission progress, and robust B2B foodservice initiatives. The report details the company's ongoing integration of sustainability metrics into its core business model. Analysis Quorn Cuts Food Waste by 59% in 2026 Net Positive Report Quorn Foods has released its 2025-2026 Net Positive report, highlighting a 59% reduction in food waste, significant Scope 3 emission progress, and robust B2B foodservice initiatives. The report details the company's ongoing integration of sustainability metrics into its core business model. October 5, 2026 Go Related News Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > Quorn Foods has published its 2025-2026 Net Positive report, outlining substantial progress across its supply chain, operations, and product portfolio. The alternative protein manufacturer highlighted a 59% reduction in food waste since 2019 and confirmed that 95% of its product portfolio is now classified as non-HFSS (high in fat, salt, or sugar). The report details the company's ongoing integration of sustainability metrics into its core business model, spanning ingredients sourcing, manufacturing efficiencies, and foodservice innovation. Progress on Scope 3 Emissions and Operations A central focus of the 2026 report is the company's decarbonisation trajectory. Quorn calculated its Scope 3 emissions baseline using 2022 data and reports that 90% of its current Scope 3 data is now based on direct activity evaluation rather than spend data. Through supplier engagement, Quorn projects a modelled 28% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, keeping the business on track to meet its minimum 30% reduction target. In its direct operations, Quorn has committed to submitting its Scope 1 and 2 reduction targets to the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) by the end of 2026. Operational improvements at the Belasis fermentation plant have yielded a 16% reduction in electricity use per tonne of production between 2024 and 2025. Packaging Reductions and Supply Chain Ethics Quorn has implemented several material changes to its packaging to lower its overall carbon footprint. In March 2025, the business removed cardboard sleeves from its Quorn and Cauldron sausages and escalopes, transitioning to surface-printing. This adjustment reduced packaging weight by approximately 20% per product, delivering an annual saving of 75,000 kgCO2e. Upstream, Quorn launched its Supplier Code of Conduct in 2024. By the close of 2025, 74% of existing suppliers by spend had signed the agreement, which covers ethical, social, and environmental requirements. QuornPro and the Meat Halfway Initiative Within the foodservice sector, QuornPro has advanced its 'Meat Halfway' concept, proposing that caterers replace 50% of meat in popular dishes with Quorn products. The initiative was pitched to the NHS as a method to lower food costs and environmental impact while improving nutritional profiles. According to the report, if 20% of the 140 million annual NHS meals were converted to Meat Halfway dishes, it could save approximately 47,600 tonnes of CO2e and reduce food procurement costs by £1.12 million. The blended protein approach is currently being adopted across universities, hospitals, and contract catering operations. New Product Development and Health Milestones The manufacturer has continued to refine its nutritional output, achieving a 95% non-HFSS portfolio by the end of 2025. Furthermore, 94% of products sold were classified as a source of, or high in, fibre. Quorn also expanded its footprint in the snacking category with the launch of Quorn Protein Bites in 2026. Designed for the on-the-go market, the single-serve range is high in protein, low in saturated fat, and available in the following flavours:🌶️ Sweet Chilli,🔥 Roasted, 🌭 Cocktail Sausages Community Impact and Industry Recognition The report notes that Quorn exceeded its internal targets for food redistribution, donating 1.6 million portions of food to charities over the reporting period. The company also collaborated with the Felix Food Life Extension Programme to process surplus ingredients into long-life canned products. These operational and societal efforts were recently recognised by the Food and Drink Federation, with Quorn winning both the Environmental Leadership and Food Waste Initiative of the Year awards at the FDF Awards 2025. Overview

Purity Coffee launches ESPRESSO, an organic whole-bean medium roast formulated for espresso extraction, tested for contaminants under its Circular Health model. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Purity Coffee has expanded its portfolio with the commercial launch of ESPRESSO, a whole-bean offering engineered specifically for espresso extraction. The product debut responds to sustained customer demand for an espresso-calibrated profile within the brand's health-positioned coffee portfolio. Available directly to consumers via PurityCoffee.com at an initial retail price of $30 per bag, the SKU launches ahead of National Coffee Day on 29 September, supported by a 20% sitewide promotional discount. The launch translates the company's clean-sourcing and antioxidant-retention roasting standards into espresso preparations, targeting consumers and wellness-focused beverage drinkers seeking specialty-grade beans screened for agricultural and biological contaminants. "Espresso has been one of the most requested additions to our lineup, and we're excited to finally bring it to our customers," said Andrew Salisbury, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Purity Coffee. "We created ESPRESSO to deliver the rich, balanced experience people want from espresso while setting a higher standard for healthy coffee. It reflects our Circular Health Coffee system and our belief that every decision, from the soil to the final roast — can influence the quality and health potential of the coffee in your cup." Roast Profile and Extraction Dynamics While commercial roasters typically utilise dark roasts for espresso blends to impart bitterness and heavy crema, Purity Coffee calibrated the roast curve to preserve active antioxidant compounds while softening volatile fruit acids. The roast development falls between the company's flagship medium roast, FLOW, and its dark roast, EASE: Acid Regulation : Moderates citric and malic acidity to prevent harsh, sour flavours during rapid, high-pressure machine extraction. Density and Body : Calibrated to produce a dense, concentrated shot that retains structural crema without requiring prolonged thermal exposure that can degrade chlorogenic acids. Milk Integration : Engineered to cut through dairy and plant-based milks, maintaining cup presence in lattes, flat whites, and cappuccinos. The formulation is intended to provide a balanced base across manual and automated commercial and domestic espresso machines, as well as moka pot extractions. Circular Health Standards and Contaminant Screening The ESPRESSO release is formulated under Purity Coffee’s "Circular Health Coffee" supply framework, which establishes strict agricultural and processing parameters from farm origins to packaging. Under this protocol, all green bean inventory is grown using regenerative agricultural practices that support soil microbiology and nutrient density. Prior to roasting, lots undergo third-party laboratory testing to verify the absence of harmful contaminants, including mould spores, mycotoxins (such as ochratoxin A), pesticides, and heavy metals. Following screening, the beans undergo a precision-roasting process designed to maximise naturally occurring antioxidant compounds, specifically polyphenols and chlorogenic acids, while avoiding excessive polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) associated with over-roasting. Flavour Profile and Preparation Formats Sold exclusively as whole beans to protect volatile aromatic compounds and lipid stability until grinding, the blend features a smooth, confectionery profile: 🍫 Cocoa : A rich, bittersweet dark chocolate base that delivers depth and crema density. 🍇 Dried Fruit : Delicate dried-fruit acidity that introduces sweetness without sourness under pressure. ☕ Silky Body : A textured, velvety mouthfeel formulated to remain distinct in straight double shots or when cut with steamed milk. The whole-bean format allows users to adjust grind size to match diverse hardware setups, including traditional portafilter machines, bean-to-cup domestic units, and stovetop pressure brewers. Distribution Purity Coffee is initiating distribution for ESPRESSO through its established direct-to-consumer (DTC) digital storefront, integrating the product into its recurring replenishment and subscription channels. The DTC-first launch allows the company to engage its core subscriber base and collect early consumer usage data across varied home brewing equipment before assessing wider commercial distribution pathways. Coffee & Tea Purity Coffee Launches Dedicated Whole Bean Espresso Blend Eddie Sanders October 4, 2026 Coffee & Tea Death Wish Coffee Launches Seasonal White Chocolate Pistachio Blend Coffee & Tea Lavazza Launches First US Loyalty Programme Business & Finance Swiss Water to Invest $4.5M to Expand Decaffeination Capacity in British Columbia New Products RYZE Launches Limited Edition Pumpkin Spice Mushroom Coffee at Target New Products Coffee & Tea Related news

CJ CheilJedang and ADM agree to form a joint venture to produce and supply feed-grade amino acids across North and South America. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Ingredients ADM The Newsroom South Korean food and biotechnology group CJ CheilJedang and agribusiness merchant ADM have entered an agreement to establish a joint venture dedicated to the development, production, and commercialisation of fermentation-derived feed-grade amino acids. The proposed venture is structured to secure a domestic supply of essential amino acids for livestock nutrition across North and South America, addressing supply chain vulnerabilities and reinforcing animal feed security. Under the agreement, CJ CheilJedang will hold majority ownership of the joint venture entity, which will hold exclusive commercial and manufacturing rights for feed-grade amino acids across the Americas. The closing of the transaction remains subject to standard closing conditions and regulatory clearances. "By combining CJ’s industry-leading fermentation technology to produce amino acids for animal nutrition and technical marketing with ADM’s U.S. manufacturing footprint and strong feedstock supply, the joint venture is positioned to seek enhanced cost competitiveness and support stable domestic production for North America," said Lance Haeryong Choi, Senior Vice President of CJ CheilJedang. "Together, CJ and ADM will help to strengthen global food security and supply chain resilience as well as supporting American communities and manufacturing jobs." Operational Assets and Industrial Footprint The joint venture unites fermentation infrastructure, intellectual property, and regional sales distribution networks from both companies across the Western Hemisphere. The combined operating asset base includes: CJ Fermentation Plants : Industrial production facilities located in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and Piracicaba, Brazil. ADM Manufacturing Facility : Dedicated feed-grade amino acid processing plant situated in Decatur, Illinois. Commercial Sales Network : CJ’s regional commercial sales offices situated across the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. Proprietary Technology Licences : CJ will licence its proprietary intellectual property covering feed-grade amino acid fermentation to the joint venture for exclusive deployment within North and South America. Both parent companies have outlined clear boundaries regarding the scope of the joint venture. CJ CheilJedang will retain full ownership of its underlying intellectual property and maintain its global biotechnology and fermentation operations outside the Americas. Concurrently, ADM’s remaining production operations in Decatur and its broader global fermentation assets remain excluded from the joint venture transaction. Trade Dynamics and Domestic Lysine Production The transaction lands amid challenging global trading conditions that have placed downward margin pressure on domestic amino acid manufacturing in the United States, particularly for feed-grade lysine. Lysine serves as an essential building block in commercial swine and poultry diets, optimising protein synthesis and feed conversion efficiency. Recent competitive pressures from overseas producers have challenged domestic production economics, prompting scrutiny from federal trade authorities. The commercial rationale for the partnership is reinforced by trade policy developments from the US Department of Commerce and the US International Trade Commission (ITC), which recently enacted regulatory decisions to counteract unfair trade practices regarding imports of Chinese lysine into the domestic market. "Customers know that challenging global market conditions are putting continued U.S. domestic production of feed-grade amino acids, particularly lysine, at risk," said Kris Lutt, Vice President of Innovation and Growth at ADM. "This joint venture will strengthen U.S. production, creating a more reliable U.S. source of supply by bringing together the right assets, products and capabilities to support continued production in a highly competitive environment." Lutt added: "Recent decisions by the U.S. Department of Commerce and U.S. International Trade Commission to eliminate unfair trade practices affecting U.S. imports of lysine by China give us even greater confidence that this is the right step. ADM will continue to use its global fermentation capacity and expertise to meet customer needs and as a platform for growth as we explore new ways to serve food, feed and industrial markets through precision fermentation." Long-Term Supply Chain Integration By coupling CJ CheilJedang’s biological fermentation strains and downstream extraction technologies with ADM’s domestic agricultural feedstock supply and bulk processing infrastructure, the joint venture seeks to establish a competitive cost basis against imported volumes. The operational integration allows the enterprise to secure consistent raw material flows for fermentation media, notably dextrose and agricultural inputs supplied by ADM, while expanding regional distribution to animal feed compounders and livestock producers across the Americas. Business & Finance CJ CheilJedang and ADM to Form Feed Amino Acid Joint Venture Eddie Sanders October 5, 2026 New Products KFC and SURREAL Launch Savoury Cereal in UK Ingredients Soufflet Malt and Eat the Truth Partner to Scale Grain Fermentation Soft drinks CCEP Refreshes Coca-Cola Supercan Range with Premier League Loyalty Launch Business & Finance Maison Pommery and Henkell International End Partnership Talks Logistics & Supply Chain Agriculture Business & Finance Ingredients Related news

Greggs proposes closing four UK manufacturing sites with up to 740 roles at risk as part of a £60m supply chain overhaul to support retail expansion. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Greggs has entered formal consultations on proposals to close four manufacturing facilities, placing approximately 740 production roles at risk over the next two and a half years. The proposed rationalisation forms part of a £60 million restructuring programme designed to consolidate the group's manufacturing infrastructure into a more cost-efficient operating model. The overhaul will reconfigure supply chain capacity to support the company’s stated long-term ambition of expanding its UK retail footprint to at least 3,500 shops. Greggs confirmed that retail shop operations will remain unaffected by the manufacturing restructuring. Proposed Factory Closures and Workforce Consultations The restructuring proposals target four established regional production facilities across England and Scotland: Enfield (Greater London) : Proposed closure of on-site food manufacturing operations, while regional logistics and distribution activities at the location will continue unchanged. North Lakes (near Penrith, Cumbria) : Earmarked for full site closure. Pettigrews (Kelso, Scottish Borders) : Earmarked for full site closure. Seaham (County Durham) : Earmarked for full site closure. Greggs has initiated formal consultation processes with trade unions and designated employee representatives across all affected facilities. Network Consolidation and Production Reallocations Beyond the four planned site closures, the supply chain overhaul introduces targeted adjustments across several operational facilities: Treforest (Wales) : Food manufacturing operations will be phased out, with the facility repurposed to operate solely as a regional distribution centre. Clydesmill (Glasgow) and Manchester : The plants will rationalise production, narrowing the breadth of stock-keeping units manufactured on site to concentrate on core product lines. Gosforth (Newcastle upon Tyne) : The facility will discontinue production of traditional tinned bread lines. Specialist Sourcing : A select volume of non-core bakery products previously produced in-house will transition to contract manufacturing agreements with external specialist suppliers. Financial Profile and Long-Term Efficiency Gains The entire restructuring programme carries an estimated cash requirement of approximately £60 million over the two-and-a-half-year implementation period. The capital allocation comprises roughly £40 million in direct capital expenditure into consolidated manufacturing assets, with the remaining £20 million absorbed by site disruption and employee redundancy costs. Following the conclusion of the operational transition, Greggs projects recurring pre-tax operational cost savings of approximately £20 million annually. The group expects these financial efficiencies to begin flowing through its balance sheet across the 2028 and 2029 financial years. Supply Chain Infrastructure and Retail Expansion Targets The manufacturing consolidation aligns with a broader supply chain investment framework intended to service higher store volumes nationwide. Greggs is currently developing two major automated distribution centres to increase national logistics throughput. While pre-opening and commissioning overheads for these distribution hubs are projected to increase operating costs through 2027, management anticipates the upgraded logistics spine will unlock profitable volume growth in subsequent years. The operational overhaul follows resilient commercial performance across the business. Greggs reported an after-tax profit of £56.2 million for the first half of 2026, alongside a 7.7% increase in sales for the third quarter ending 26 September. Improved retail trading momentum and tight cost discipline have led company leadership to forecast a modestly improved full-year trading outcome for 2026. Business & Finance Greggs Proposes Four Factory Closures and 740 Job Cuts in £60m Shakeup Eddie Sanders October 1, 2026 New Products The Marzetti Company Launches Three Frozen Platforms under New York Bakery People Levain Bakery Appoints Lorna Sommerville and Taya Stenson as Co-CEOs Bakery The Pizza Cupcake Rebrands as Incredifulls Bakery Rise Baking Company Relocates and Expands Atlanta Innovation Centre Business & Finance Bakery Foodservice People Related news