Food and beverage

Red Star Brands launches BeatBox, a $250 million US RTD. This move aims to invigorate the UK’s convenience and wholesale sectors. BeatBox introduces four bold flavours, each with 6.1% ABV, in vibrant 330ml cartons. The brand seeks to disrupt the market with its non-carbonated, gluten-free offerings.

Food and drink brands face mounting pressures in today’s market. New research from IGD reveals a significant shift towards private labels, with 53% of global shoppers opting for own-label products. Brands must enhance visibility, innovate, and build emotional connections to compete and secure consumer loyalty.

CCL Label unveils sustainable packaging for the dairy industry. The new portfolio aligns with the EU’s forthcoming Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, offering solutions that meet recyclability standards and reduce environmental impact. This development supports the dairy sector’s transition to eco-friendly packaging options.

World Bread Day celebrates the enduring significance of bread. Annually observed on 16 October, this event highlights bread’s cultural and nutritional importance. The Italian milling industry, a leader in flour production, sees bread as a cultural asset, promoting its heritage despite declining consumption.

Plant-based meats offer manufacturers vast potential for growth. Planteneers’ fiildMeat S-series enables the creation of diverse sausage and cold cut alternatives. With formulations based on fava bean, pea, or soy proteins, these systems deliver meat-like texture and flavour, allowing seamless integration into existing production lines.

Charlie Bigham’s launches its most ambitious range to date. The Brasserie collection, exclusive to Waitrose, aims to redefine home dining with high-end, restaurant-inspired meals. This launch taps into consumer trends, with 86% of couples prioritising food for romantic evenings, and 48% choosing to dine at home.

As Halloween 2025 approaches, food and drink manufacturers are pulling out all the stops to enchant shoppers with inventive seasonal offerings — despite signs of cautious consumer spending. According to research from Vypr, while 61% of UK consumers plan to spend the same as last year, nearly a third (31%) intend to cut back, particularly…

JBT Marel has unveiled a significant development for in-store fresh juice programs with the launch of the Fresh’n Squeeze 1800 Citrus Juicer. Introduced at the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Global Produce and Floral Show, this new machine brings industrial-grade extraction technology to a compact, countertop footprint. This innovation is set to redefine profitability for…