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verasidfhaosidhsodih / vegconomist_de:
— The Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) presented its biotechnology roadmap as part of the High-Tech Agenda Germany. Alternative protein sources are defined as a milestone of German innovation policy, with measures to promote cell cultivation and precision fermentation.
Augustus Bambridge-Sutton / food_navigator_europe:
— After the grandson of the founder of Reese’s criticised Hershey for reformulating some iconic Reese’s products into chocolate candy, the company said that from next year, all Hershey’s and Reese’s products will return to their original recipes. The shift is driven by a near 70 per cent slide in cocoa futures from late-2024 records.
ESM Magazine / esm_magazine:
— Revenue of $177.8 billion, up 7.3%, or 5.9% in constant currency. Global eCommerce sales grew 26%, and the global advertising business increased 37%.
Deniz Ataman / food_navigator_usa:
— Israeli food-tech company Amai Proteins secured regulatory approval from the Singapore Food Agency for use of its flagship sweet protein, sweelin, across a wide range of applications, including food and beverages, confectionery, chewing gum, condiments and dietary supplements. Sweelin is the first precision fermentation-derived sweet protein approved in Singapore, according to the company.
Max Garland / retail_dive:
— The retailer’s Q1 performance beat expectations and boosted confidence in its turnaround efforts. The retailer is working to turn its grocery department into a reason shoppers choose to come to Target.
Ferron Salniker / bevnet:
— Republic National Distributing Company issued WARN Act notices on Monday for nearly 150 layoffs in Oregon. Columbia Distributing is preparing to potentially take over certain wine and spirits distribution rights from RNDC across Oregon and Washington.
Ferron Salniker / bevnet:
— The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley is expanding into the elevated bar ingredients category with its acquisition of Strongwater, the Colorado-based maker of craft bitters, mixers and functional beverages.
Sarah Zimmerman / food_dive:
— The candy giant is collaborating with the streaming platform on 10 seasonal and limited-edition products this fall, spanning categories including chocolate, cereal and ice cream.
Timothy Inklebarger / food_navigator_usa:
— Among the biggest challenges to scaling food as medicine are the long-term investment needed to show results, the wide variation in patient needs and infrastructure that often fails to match real-world access and user needs, experts said. Perhaps the biggest challenge is getting buy-in from patients.
Christopher Doering / food_dive:
— CEO and co-founder John Foraker said consumer demand for better-for-you offerings remains robust. He said rising prices are prompting shoppers to cut back in other areas, but not in healthier kids’ foods.
Timothy Inklebarger / food_navigator_usa:
— Italian food brand Brami raised $33 million in Series B funding led by VMG Partners, enabling the company’s further expansion into the US. Brami’s protein-packed pastas are already available at more than 4,000 US locations, including Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Safeway, Albertsons and Costco.
BevNET.com Staff / bevnet:
— Ian Tecklin, founder and CEO of chef-driven frozen pasta brand Ripi, said the company secured nationwide launches at Whole Foods and Target within its first 15 months. He said brand identity and packaging were core investments from day one.
Sarah Zimmerman / food_dive:
— The dairy giant is selling off its shares in the kefir maker. The move ends a long and tumultuous relationship between the two companies.
Timothy Inklebarger / food_navigator_usa:
— PepsiCo introduced Good Warrior Beef Sticks in mid-March as the inaugural product line under its new master brand. The 100-calorie sticks contain 10 grams of protein and are made with grass-fed beef.
Peter Adams / food_dive:
— Kraft Heinz is capitalizing on the 250th anniversary of the U.S. with its largest portfolio campaign to date, according to a press release. “The United Tastes of America” is rolling out for Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer cookout season.
the_grocer:
— Responding to the Climate Change Committee’s ‘A Well Adapted UK’ report, industry leaders said “food and nutrition security must be treated as national security”. The committee concluded the UK is “simply not prepared for the climate risks it is already facing”.
Sybille de La Hamaide / inside_fmcg:
— County Offaly-based Glenisk has recalled 4x60g packs of its Organic Baby Fromage Frais with a use-by date of 28 May. These products have been recalled because they may contain mould, which makes them unfit for human consumption.
ESM Magazine / esm_magazine:
— The collaboration aims to enhance the lives of ACECAN members by offering a 20% discount on over 350 gluten-free products at Eroski stores. ACECAN will also provide member feedback and assist in new-product development and evaluation sessions.
ESM Magazine / esm_magazine:
— Developed in collaboration with a panel of senior citizens and 20 local outlets, the initiative focuses on four strategic priorities tailored to France's aging population. The programme includes specialised product selections, staff training, dedicated services and in-store community activities.
ESM Magazine / esm_magazine:
— SPAR Slovenia has launched the ‘Naravnost od pridelovalca’ initiative to connect customers directly with Slovenian farmers and guarantee 100% Slovenian origin and traceability. Grupo Bimbo said it has expanded its positive-nutrition portfolio to 98% of its everyday-consumption products, while Deoleo reported progress including 79% recyclable plastic bottles and 98% renewable energy use.
the_grocer:
— Called Out of Office, the brand will roll out in Bargain Booze stores on 25 May. Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé and Merlot will be available at launch with an rsp of £9 per 75cl bottle.
ESM Magazine / esm_magazine:
— The deal will be executed through Arla Foods’ joint venture with Australian family-owned Mayers Fine Food, Arla Foods Mayer Australia. Arla said the acquisition will expand local production capacity and strengthen its branded presence in the market.
the_grocer:
— The company has added a Chilli Chicken & Slaw Salad Bowl and a Pesto Chicken & Greens Salad Bowl to its food-to-go offering. The launch has drawn criticism from some customers, with many threatening to stop buying its products.
the_grocer:
— Bero’s Kingston Golden Pils will be stocked in more than 450 Nando’s restaurants. The move expands the chain’s low and no alcohol offering.
ESM Magazine / esm_magazine:
— People’s China Daily reported the harvest of 3,000 Atlantic salmon from state-owned Qingdao Guoxin Group vessel Guoxin No 1 2-2. The outlet said it marked the world’s first commercial-scale production of salmonids on board a mobile fish farm.
Supermarket News Staff / supermarket_news:
— Kroger announced Monday it will offer Memorial Day savings and the opportunity for shoppers to earn fuel points for every dollar they spend with a digital coupon May 20-23. Customers can also join Boost by Kroger Plus to earn fuel points on purchases and extra fuel points on select gift card purchases.
Dani James / retail_dive:
— At Home’s Chief Executive Officer Brad Weston will retire from the position at the end of June, according to a company press release Friday. The retailer’s board of directors has initiated a search for Weston’s replacement.
the_grocer:
— The pig and poultry supplier said UK food revenue grew by 9.4% in the year to 28 March 2026, with volume growth of 8.3% and record Christmas trading. Poultry revenue rose 13.9% and now represents 20.3% of group revenue.
ESM Magazine / esm_magazine:
— The partnership will introduce Olio’s Food Waste Heroes network into Lidl GB’s existing surplus food programme with Neighbourly. It aims to help redistribute more surplus food to local communities across the UK.
Stack3d / stack3d:
— The Swedish brand ProPud from NJIE has teamed up with Pepsi for a collaborative drink. The product combines low sugar with high protein in a functional beverage format.
Harry Booth / inside_fmcg:
— Revenue rose 5 per cent to $170.2 million, while after-tax profit increased 5.3 per cent to $6.7 million. The company said it is reviewing its ownership after stating its improving performance has yet to be reflected in its NZX share price.
Stephen Daniells / nutraingredients:
— The Dietary Supplements Access Act would amend the Internal Revenue Code to designate over-the-counter dietary supplements as qualified medical expenses. Individuals could use up to $250 annually from their health accounts for supplements, while joint filers could use up to $500 per year.
Bethan Grylls / food_manufacture:
— The funds will go towards the installation of specialist cottage cheese manufacturing equipment at Rodda’s plant in Scorrier, Cornwall. At full capacity, the site will produce 4,000 tonnes of cottage cheese a year and create 20 new jobs.
Sean Cao / inside_fmcg:
— A preliminary investigation of licensed retailers in Melbourne found illicit bottles of vodka being sold at lower prices than competitor products. Chemical testing showed the bottles contained methanol well above allowable levels, as well as plastic contaminants.
Courtney Rehfeldt / athletech_news:
— The group has acquired 22 clubs from Harman Fitness, a Los Angeles-based franchisee, in a deal that vaults Fitness Ventures to the top of the Crunch system in terms of unit count. Fitness Ventures' platform now spans 115 locations across 30 states, with the group on track to top 130 by year’s end.
Augustus Bambridge-Sutton / food_navigator_europe:
— Forty of the world’s leading food companies have committed to accelerating regenerative agriculture across their supply chains. By signing it, these major companies have aligned themselves on measurement, implementation, and farmer adoption.
businesswire_food:
— I Squared Capital announced the launch of Cube Grid, a new power transmission platform targeting India’s electricity grid. The firm expects to deploy up to $1 billion of equity capital into the platform.
businesswire_food:
— Sound Point Meridian Capital, Inc. (NYSE: SPMC, SPMA, SPME) announced the declaration of distributions on shares of the company’s common and preferred stock for the second fiscal quarter 2027. The company is declaring a monthly distribution of $0.20 per share.