Month: August 2025

ABF to acquire Hovis Group

As stated at the interim results, Associated British Foods plc (“ABF”) has been evaluating a range of strategic options for Allied Bakeries, its UK bakery business. Profitability at Allied Bakeries has been increasingly challenged in recent years by a decline in demand for pre-sliced, packaged bread and a loss of scale in Allied Bakeries’ nationwide …

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Kellogg’s six new arrivals

Cereal and snacks giant Kellogg’s is expanding its range with the introduction of six irresistible new treats, landing into supermarkets this July. Pop Tarts and Rice Krispies Squares have range expansions, while the brand is also introducing two new products in Kellogg’s High Protein Bars and Oaties Bars. With 1.3m buyers in the UK and …

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Daily Dose launches two new cold pressed apple juices in Waitrose

British cold pressed juice company Daily Dose is excited to announce the launch of two new apple juice flavours into Waitrose stores across the UK, from this week. The new 900ml bottles, available in Apple & Alphonso Mango and Apple & Root Ginger, will be found in the chilled juice aisle, from £3.75 (RRP). Both juices are …

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World’s first Dubai Chocolate Espresso Martini in a can

The Drinks Bureau, a female mixologist founded, ready-to-drink cocktail brand, launched the world’s first Dubai Chocolate Style Espresso Martini in a can, exclusively in Morrisons supermarkets nationwide. This limited-edition cocktail captures the viral Dubai chocolate phenomenon that’s trending across confectionery, ice cream, and coffee chains globally and causing a global pistachio shortage. All for only …

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BENEO sustainable rice farming project in Vietnam

BENEO, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredients for food, feed and pharma is partnering with international non-governmental organisation, Rikolto, and climate technology company, CarbonFarm, to launch a three-year project, funded by the Government of Flanders, promoting sustainable rice production in Vietnam. As one of the world’s largest rice exporters, Vietnam relies heavily on this staple …

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Continental Snacking Brand Extends Range in Sainsbury’s

Bodega, the continental snack brand, has launched six new products as part of a bold expansion aimed at snackers everywhere. On a mission to bring new tastes and textures to consumers looking for naturally protein-packed snack options, Bodega has extended its range of authentic, continental-inspired snacks three-fold. The new continental snacking collection includes; Smoky Salami …

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Suntory Beverage and Food GB&I invests £920,000 into Ribena berry resilience

Suntory Beverage & Food Great Britain and Ireland (SBF GB&I) has announced an investment of £920,000 over the next five years to continue its blackcurrant breeding programme with the James Hutton Institute. This investment will accelerate work to develop new varieties of berries that produce consistent yields in the face of climate challenges. They will …

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