‘Energy’ bakery & snacks trending low-carb, low-calorie
Insight by Gama Compass MANCHESTER – 15th December 2025: Consumer demand for convenient, on-the-go energy is reshaping bakery and snack innovation, but perhaps in ways not immediately obvious. In this month’s Insight by Gama Compass, we explore how the notion of ‘energy’ continues to reshaped away from sugar-packed bars and calorie-dense snacks towards a health-first notion of […]
UK: LDC takes majority stake in poultry specialist Gressingham Foods
French agri-food giant LDC has secured a majority stake in UK duck and speciality poultry producer Gressingham Foods, strengthening its manufacturing presence in the British market. The transaction was completed with the Buchanan family, Gressingham’s founders, via their operating company Green Label Holdings. The acquisition of Green Label Holdings, which employs around 700 staff, was […]
USA: Bettani Farms buys three plant-based brands
Bettani Farms, the US-based alternative protein startup, has rapidly expanded its product portfolio by acquiring three challenger brands: plant-based meat supplier Hungry Planet and vegan cheese producers Numu and Stockeld Dreamery. The Californian firm, which rebranded from Climax Foods in October following a $6.5 million Series A raise, is grouping the businesses under a new […]
UK: Lindt & Sprungli launches exclusive “Tokyo-Style” matcha strawberry chocolate
Swiss chocolatier Lindt & Sprungli has unveiled a limited-edition Tokyo Style Chocolate Matcha Strawberry bar availble at its flagship Piccadilly store in London. The new bar is described as combining ceremonial-grade Chamei Minami matcha, crispy Genmai roasted rice, Swiss white chocolate, and strawberry pieces – a homage to traditional Japanese tea ceremony ingredients, according to […]
Australia: Tempo Group rescues heritage condiments brand Spring Gully
Sydney-based Tempo Group has acquired the intellectual property and brand portfolio of Spring Gully Foods – including the Spring Gully, Gardener, Leabrook Farms and Ozemite labels – after the South Australian condiment maker entered voluntary administration in October. Spring Gully Foods, founded in 1946 and known for jams, sauces, pickles and relishes, ceased trading in […]
USA: Prosperity Organic Foods acquires Miyoko’s Creamery
Prosperity Organic Foods, the private firm behind the vegan butter brand Melt Organic, has announced the acquisition of dairy-alternative producer Miyoko’s Creamery. Founded in 2014 by Miyoko Schinner, Miyoko’s Creamery produces a range of artisan vegan cheeses, butters and cream products. Commenting on the move, Prosperity Organic Foods CEO Scott Fischer said: “We are excited […]
Australia: Pure Foods Tasmania completes acquisition of Elato Ice Cream
Pure Foods Tasmania (PFT) has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Australian ice cream and gelato brand Elato Ice Cream (Elato), strengthening its frozen desserts portfolio. As part of the acquisition, PFT will take ownership of all Elato Ice Cream intellectual property and brand assets, including recipes, formulations and distribution agreements, with plans […]
Tradeshow Look Ahead: Mark Napier, Gulfood 2026
Gama spoke to Mark Napier, VP – Portfolio Growth Food & Hospitality, ahead of the latest edition of Gulfood. What are your expectations for this edition of Gulfood? Gulfood 2026 will be the largest, most transformative edition in the event’s 31-year history. With two mega venues, over 8,500 exhibitors, and a fully expanded ecosystem across logistics, […]
Canada: Trubar to be acquired by ETI Gıda
Canadian plant-based snack company TruBar has announced that it has entered into an agreement to be acquired by ETI Gida, a leading Turkish consumer packaged goods business, for C$201 million ($142 million). Trubar is described as a snacking company offering a range of plant-based protein snacks made with natural, clean-label ingredients, distributed through national retailers, […]
UK: Emmi buys The English Cheesecake Company
Emmi, the leading Swiss dairy group, has announced its acquisition of UK dessert producer The English Cheesecake Company. Founded in 2000 as a family business, The English Cheesecake Company produces cheesecakes inspired by traditional British recipes, available in all major UK retailers. Its portfolio includes classic cheesecakes, vegan and frozen products, as well as on-the-go snack […]