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What might next course be to satiate Danone’s protein M&A appetite?

Made Group in Australia, Huel in UK and US-based Kate Farms – where might be next?

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Mars’ new candy options underlines challenge on dyes

In the US, Mars is rolling out sweets without artificial colours but the products highlight the obstacles facing food companies amid government pressure to reformulate.

Dairy Farmers of America to shutter Vermont plant

DFA said around 80 jobs will be affected by the closure of its St. Albans facility.

Schouten Europe buys plant-based peer Bobeldijk Food Group 

Family-owned Schouten Europe said it acquired Bobeldijk Food Group to boost its production capacity and "strengthen" its position in the region.

St. Ewe Free Range Eggs names former Müller executive as chairman

New chairman Justin Cook was formerly CEO of Müller’s yogurt and desserts operations in the UK and Ireland until 2023.

UK lines up new sourcing rules to “tackle deforestation”

UK businesses that trade in commodities sourced from rainforests such as soy and palm oil will need to check their supply chains are not contributing to illegal deforestation.

Judge throws out US bid to ban use of SNAP benefits on ‘junk food’

Five plaintiffs had brought the case against the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins in March.

Europastry confirms deal for US peer Highland Baking

The Spanish group said the deal will lift the group’s annual revenue above €2bn ($2.28bn).

Omni Pet raises funds as UK firm readies “Ozempic-style” dog product

Omni Pet said the money will also help the fledgling business expand into bricks-and-mortar retail.