The new toolkit features 12 recipes to inspire dairy, health and performance brands to create indulgent high-protein desserts Arla Foods Ingredients has launched a toolbox to inspire South American brands to create indulgent high-protein desserts. Latin America accounted for 10 per cent of global dessert launches in 2024, with retail[Read More…]
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Unilever appoints Fernando Fernandez as CEO
Fernando had a successful tenure as President of Beauty & Wellbeing, one of Unilever’s fastest-growing businesses Unilever announced that Hein Schumacher is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer and as a Board Director on 1 March 2025 by mutual agreement, and will leave the company on 31 May 2025. Fernando[Read More…]
Brazilian Fish develops gene-edited tilapia
CAT scientists, together with the R&D team at Brazilian Fish, have created the first reproductive induction and in vitro fertilisation tests to generate precise genetic variations Brazilian Fish, a leading producer of tilapia, has successfully developed gene-edited tilapia in Brazil in partnership with the Centre for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT) based[Read More…]
Whole Moon unveils coconut milk beverage made from whole coconut meat
This launch showcases Whole Moon’s dedication to using whole ingredients to create a plant beverage that delivers exceptional taste Whole Moon, a pioneer in plant beverages introduced its new coconut milk—a creamy and refreshing addition to its innovative lineup, the first ever coconut milk that uses whole coconut meat, no[Read More…]
Coca Cola to introduce prebiotic soda
Simply Pop contains no added sugar and features 25-30 per cent real fruit juice from concentrate, making it a first in this rapidly growing segment Simply is revitalising the prebiotic soda category with a new line of fruit-forward beverages that feature 6 grams of prebiotic fibre to support gut health,[Read More…]
Barrel King and Mash & Drum’s Jason Callori partner to launch Drum Key Spirits
This partnership brings together complementary strengths, ensuring access to some of the finest barrels available Barrel King announced an industry-first collaboration with Jason Callori, the renowned whiskey expert and creator of Mash & Drum, to launch Drum Key Spirits. With years of experience educating and entertaining whiskey lovers, Callori has built[Read More…]
Unilever reports growth in food and ice cream divisions
Unilever’s Foods division saw 2.6 per cent growth, with Knorr and Hellmann’s accounting for about 60 per cent of the segment-leading the way Unilever’s Foods and Ice Cream segments experienced steady growth in the past year, with underlying sales increasing by 2.6 per cent and 3.7 per cent, respectively. The[Read More…]
Oobli and Ingredion partners as demand for sweet proteins accelerates
Ingredion Ventures, Lever VC, and Sucden Ventures join existing key investors to close an $18M funding round Oobli, the first company in the world to successfully build a sweet protein platform, announced its partnership with Ingredion, a leading global ingredient solutions provider. Together, Oobli and Ingredion will accelerate industry access to great-tasting, affordable and[Read More…]
Global consumers see snacking as way to connect and share with loved ones
Mondelēz International State of Snacking Survey tracks snacking attitudes and behaviours among thousands of consumers across 12 countries Mondelēz International releases new findings on love, connection, and snacks from the sixth annual State of Snacking report, a global consumer trends study examining how consumers make snacking decisions. In time for Valentine’s Day,[Read More…]
Nestlé reports solid 2024 performance sets ambitious growth plans
Nestlé expects organic sales growth to improve in 2025, though underlying trading operating profit margins may see short-term pressure due to increased investments Nestlé has announced its financial results for 2024, reporting a 2.2 per cent organic sales growth, with real internal growth (RIG) of 0.8 per cent and pricing[Read More…]
