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Unilever set to complete ice cream demerger on 6 December 2025

Unilever has this week provided a further update on the timetable for the separation of its ice cream business, expecting to complete the demerger on 6 December 2025.

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Ben & Jerry’s co-founder reveals plans to independently launch ice cream for Palestine amid latest Unilever dispute

Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Ben Cohen has said the brand’s parent company, Unilever, blocked it from launching an ice cream flavour in support of Palestine.

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Online US candy retailer CandyWarehouse files for bankruptcy amid rising sugar and cocoa costs

CandyWarehouse files for bankruptcy amid soaring ingredient costs and shifting consumer tastes in the sweets market.

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Kraft Heinz unveils $300m in US promotions as consumer spending decreases

In its latest earnings call, Kraft Heinz says it will boost US promotional spend by $300m to tackle economic challenges and prepare for its planned 2026 company split.

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Bühler introduces new CompactMix solution for chocolate and confectionery production

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Tetra Pak announces launch of new Automation and Digitalisation portfolio

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Sidel unveils square bottle design for nitrogen-dosed still water

Sunflower Family introduces range of sunflower seed-based protein products in UK

Angel Yeast inaugurates new 11,000-ton yeast protein production line at site in China

Grind enters canned cocktails market with RTD espresso martini

Tate & Lyle reveals targeted actions to improve performance amid 'disappointing' half-year results

Hilltop expands with new Peri-Peri and Smoky Chipotle hot honey range

Lactalis USA debuts :Ratio Pro-Fibre, a high-protein, high-fibre yogurt for GLP-1 consumers

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Magnum Ice Cream Company says Ben & Jerry’s chair ‘unfit to serve'

The Magnum Ice Cream Company has concluded that the chair of Ben & Jerry’s independent board ‘no longer meets the criteria’ to serve, following an internal investigation conducted by external advisors.

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Greencore and Bakkavor deal closer to completion as CMA's concerns addressed

To resolve the CMA’s concerns, the businesses offered remedies – specifically, Greencore offered to sell its only chilled sauce and soups manufacturing plant in Bristol, UK.

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“There has never been a better time to invest in nutritional drinks”: Tetra Pak explains why investors should be looking at the functional drinks category

Ivanka Skrypnichenko, Tetra Pak’s global category manager, explains why there has never been a better time to invest in nutritional and functional beverages.

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Sober curious: How no and low alcohol drinks are redrawing legal lines

Claire Breheny, partner and head of trade marks at Mathys & Squire, examines how this transformation is creating new challenges – and opportunities – for beverage makers and IP professionals alike.

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Farm to factory: These are the technologies transforming modern dairy manufacturing

FoodBev finds out how dairy manufacturers can harness the latest tech to stay ahead of the curve and meet the rising demand for quality and environmental responsibility.

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How fortified dairy can help close the nutrient gap in children’s diets

Antoine Hours, general manager at Yoplait UK, shares how fortified dairy products support healthy growth and development in children and explains Yoplait’s ethos of starting nutrition early.

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“Why do so many innovations fail?" The real reason why and how to get it right

Guy White of Catalyx says the key to success lies in uncovering hidden consumer tensions, understanding unmet needs traditional research misses, and designing products that resonate.

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From bakery-inspired beverages to functional convenience: This week’s top products

FoodBev's Leah Smith takes a closer look at some of the latest launches driving consumer interest this season.

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How AI Is reshaping the F&B industry – And what companies must do next

Yannick Verry, brand director at FI Europe explains how implementing AI into all areas of the business can help the food industry move into the future.

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Start-up of the month: Radix

We speak to Mike Rudling, founder, CEO and CTO of Radix, about how he’s blending elite sports experience with advanced nutrition science and proprietary software to create functional foods designed for both performance and everyday health.

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Weight-loss drugs: What happens to the food industry when appetite disappears?

Tom Ellis, CEO and co-owner at Brand Genetics, explains how the latest surge of weight-loss drugs is disrupting consumption and what’s next for producers.

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The mouthfeel movement took over summer – But what’s next for texture innovation?

Marina Di Migueli at Tate & Lyle, reflects on the 'summer of mouthfeel' and how the texture movement continues to reshaping the way we eat, drink and indulge.

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Good 4 U: Functional ingredient solutions for healthier food options

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Sunflower Family introduces range of sunflower seed-based protein products in UK

Plant-based food company Sunflower Family has announced the debut of its product range in the UK: a new line of protein products made from 100% sunflower seed protein. The clean label offerings aim to provide nutritious, tasty and sustainable food options that are also free from major allergens, such as soya and gluten. Each product in the range is made using organic, de-oiled sunflower seed protein – a sustainable byproduct of sunflower oil production. This process minimises food waste,...

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Unilever set to complete ice cream demerger on 6 December 2025

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Unilever has this week provided a further update on the timetable for the separation of its ice cream business, expecting to complete the demerger on 6 December 2025.

The Every Company raises $55m to scale precision-fermented egg proteins

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The Every Company has secured $55 million in Series D funding to expand manufacturing capacity and advance commercialisation of its precision-fermented egg proteins.

FoodBev Media reveals Global Water Drinks Awards 2025 shortlist

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FoodBev Media is thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated shortlist for the Global Water Drinks Awards 2025!

Alpla expands with acquisition of Serbia’s Energoplast closure operations

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Global packaging company Alpla Group has strengthened its presence in south-east Europe through the acquisition of the closure production operations of Serbian manufacturer Energoplast.

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Unilever set to complete ice cream demerger on 6 December 2025

Ben & Jerry’s co-founder reveals plans to independently launch ice cream for Palestine amid latest Unilever dispute

Online US candy retailer CandyWarehouse files for bankruptcy amid rising sugar and cocoa costs

Kraft Heinz unveils $300m in US promotions as consumer spending decreases

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Latest podcast

Sunflower Family introduces range of sunflower seed-based protein products in UK

Angel Yeast inaugurates new 11,000-ton yeast protein production line at site in China

Grind enters canned cocktails market with RTD espresso martini

Tate & Lyle reveals targeted actions to improve performance amid 'disappointing' half-year results

Hilltop expands with new Peri-Peri and Smoky Chipotle hot honey range

Lactalis USA debuts :Ratio Pro-Fibre, a high-protein, high-fibre yogurt for GLP-1 consumers

Magnum Ice Cream Company says Ben & Jerry’s chair ‘unfit to serve'

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Greencore and Bakkavor deal closer to completion as CMA's concerns addressed

“There has never been a better time to invest in nutritional drinks”: Tetra Pak explains why investors should be looking at the functional drinks category

Sober curious: How no and low alcohol drinks are redrawing legal lines

Farm to factory: These are the technologies transforming modern dairy manufacturing

How fortified dairy can help close the nutrient gap in children’s diets

“Why do so many innovations fail?" The real reason why and how to get it right

From bakery-inspired beverages to functional convenience: This week’s top products

How AI Is reshaping the F&B industry – And what companies must do next

Start-up of the month: Radix

Weight-loss drugs: What happens to the food industry when appetite disappears?

The mouthfeel movement took over summer – But what’s next for texture innovation?

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FoodBev Media reveals Global Water Drinks Awards 2025 shortlist

World Coffee Innovation Awards: 2025 winners announced

Sunflower Family introduces range of sunflower seed-based protein products in UK

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