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The use of AI in food NPD is changing

Seeking an edge, food manufacturers are looking at different ways of using AI in their NPD processes.

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EU suspends imports duties on fertiliser

The European Commission estimates the waiver will save importers approximately €60m ($69.8m) in duties.

EU, Mexico sign expanded trade deal

Annual food and drink exports from the EU to the South American country amounted to €2.5bn ($2.9bn) last year.

Heartland to acquire Whole Earth Brands’ Americas business

With the deal, Heartland adds what it described as the “most recognised brands in the sweetener category”.

Loss-making Atlantic Sapphire secures funds as takeover offer proceeds

The restructuring includes a previously announced $10m bridge loan and a fully underwritten $10m equity raise.

Australia’s SPC Global opens share issue to cut debt

The food-and-drinks group, which listed less than 18 months ago, is looking to bolster its balance sheet.

Bikaji invests in India, US amid growing profits

The company said it will acquire a 74% stake in Chhattisgarh-based Jai Barbareek Dev Snacks and invest $5m in its wholly owned US subsidiary.

French Senate inquiry hits out at large retailers

A Senate commission highlighted "unbalanced distribution of value in the food chain", which it said disadvantages manufacturers and farmers.

“No-one’s done that in the US before” – John Foraker talks strategy at Once Upon a Farm

Just Food sat down with CEO and co-founder John Foraker to discuss his outlook for Once Upon a Farm, trading conditions in the US and the company’s recent push into the UK.