Pladis is betting on functional NPD and here’s why Discover how Pladis is shifting its innovation strategy to focus on wellness and functionality, and what this means for brands like McVitie’s, BN and Ülker.
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Mars Snacking’s methane playbook: Lessons from Bovaer and a focus on next-gen tech Mars Snacking urges the entire dairy supply chain to share responsibility for sustainable farming. Through its Unreasonable Food accelerator, the company backs start-ups tackling methane emissions, alternative proteins, and natural ingredients, driving collaborative solutions for a greener future.
https://www.dairyreporter.com/....Article/2025/12/01/m

Candy Kittens owner buys Unilever snack brand Graze Unilever sells Graze to Katjes International, moving the snack brand under Candy Kittens. Deal aims to revive Graze and boost healthy snacking growth.
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From casein to colors: Mars’ vision for precision fermentation Discover how precision fermentation is reshaping food and beverage with sustainable proteins, sweeteners, and colors. Explore regulatory hurdles, market adoption, and recent investments from Mars, Nestlé, and leading biotech start-ups.
https://www.dairyreporter.com/....Article/2025/12/02/m

The big 5: Confectionery flavours to watch in 2026 Discover the top five confectionery flavour trends for 2026. From dessert-inspired indulgence to functional wellness, explore big opportunities for manufacturers in a global flavours market set to reach $28bn.
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