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Ingredion has acquired Benicaros, a patented prebiotic fibre made from upcycled carrot pomace, strengthening its functional ingredients portfolio with manufacturing know-how, clinical data, and intellectual property.
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Sidel has presented complete-line and end-of-line technologies at Interpack 2026, including robotic collating and palletising systems designed to support higher flexibility, faster changeovers, and complex packaging formats.
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Plastipak has launched O2Blox, a nylon-free PET oxygen barrier technology for oxygen-sensitive food and drink formats, combining shelf-life protection with compatibility in clear bottle-to-bottle PET recycling streams.
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Remedy has appointed Santino Luciano to lead UK and Europe growth. The move gives the kombucha and functional drinks business dedicated regional leadership as fermentation-led soft drinks move further into mainstream retail.
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Vybey has entered functional soft drinks with Collagen + Energy. The UK-made range combines collagen protein, caffeine, Lion’s Mane, L-theanine, magnesium, and electrolytes in a lightly carbonated format.
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FBC UK has recalled Arran Fine Foods caramelised red onion chutney over possible metal contamination. The affected 195g and 1.35kg packs highlight the operational importance of foreign-body control, batch traceability, and recall execution.
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Sun Bear Biofuture has completed a low-cost fermentation pilot run. The Oxford start-up used a £25,000 automated facility to produce sustainable oils, testing a lower-capex route for fermentation-derived lipid ingredients.
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The EU agri-food trade surplus reached €4.4bn in February. Lower import values improved the monthly balance, while movement in cocoa, cereals, oilseeds, pigmeat, fruit, nuts, and oils continues to shape cost exposure for processors.
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Nestlé is taking full control of Yfood. The Munich-based ready-to-drink meal, powder, and bar brand gives the group a stronger platform in compact nutrition as functional convenience moves further into mainstream retail.
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EPR assessments can turn packaging compliance into measurable cost control. Ellis Clark, Head of Marketing at Tunley Environmental, explains how better data, recyclability ratings, and internal processes can reduce exposure to rising packaging fees.