USA: Kellogg launches cereal brand to support digestive health
Cereal and snacks giant Kellogg has announced the launch of a new “3 in 1” cereal brand that claims to makes digestive health support “easily accessible”. HI! Happy Inside cereal is described as containing a blend of prebiotics, probiotics and fiber to provide support for good gut health. The range is claimed to contain a […]
USA: Mondelez launches SnackFutures innovation hub
Snacks and confectionery multinational Mondelez International has announced the launch of an innovation hub called SnackFutures. According to the manufacturer, the new hub was developed to tap into rapidly changing consumer trends, creating new opportunities in the snacking sector. The innovation hub will join internal human resources with external partnerships to enable Invention of new […]
UK: Wessanen to launch plastic-free teabags
Wessanen-owned UK tea firm Clipper Teas has announced the introdcution of plastic free, non-genetically modified and unbleached teabags for use in all of its products. The new teabags will reportedly be made with natural plant-based material, made from a blend of abaca, plant cellulose fibres and biodegradable thermoplastic PLA. Emma Vass, Wessanen UK CEO, commented: […]
USA: Foster Farms to launch on-the go chicken snack
US chicken and turkey producer Foster Farms has announced the launch of a range of refrigerated chicken snacks under the Bold Bites brand name. Packaged in single pouches, the fully cooked chicken breast pieces are available in five varieties: Chile, Verde, Korean BBQ, Caribbean Jerk, Cajun and Parmesan Garlic. According to Foster Farms, Bold Bites […]
USA: Kroger debuts Home Chef meal kits
US supermarket chain Kroger has announced that Home Chef meal kits are now being rolled out to more than 200 stores across the US Midwest. The announcement comes after Kroger acquired the Home Chef private meal kit company this summer. Robert Clark, senior vice president of merchandising at Kroger said: “We are excited to introduce Home […]
USA: Unilever to launch probiotic ice cream brand Culture Republick
Unilever is launching a new ice brand called Culture Republick, claimed to be the first premium ice cream in the USA containing probiotics. The line, which is offered in 1 pint (473ml) tubs, is claimed to contain three billion live active cultures, between 400 and 500 calories, 16-18g of protein, 11-12g of fibre and no […]
USA: Target to introduce private label brand Smartly
US retailer Target announced the launch of Smartly, a new lower-priced private label brand of personal and household care productsd, with most products retailing at less than $2. According to a Target press release , the line consists of more than 70 “budget-friendly, effective and well-designed” everyday products, such as hand soap, body lotion, household […]
Czech Republic: Isoline launches new customisable functional drink
Isoline, a manufacturer of nutritional supplements has launched a functional drink called Escalate that can be tailored to customer needs. Escalate Functional Drink is described as being free from artificial colours and preservatives and made by using natural fruit and herbal extracts like schisandra, ginseng, matcha tea, ginkgo biloba and guarana, sweetened with stevia. The product […]
France: Carre Leon launches cocoa butter & vegetable seasoning bars
Carre Leon, a French start-up firm has created a new culinary aid resembling chocolate bars that is made by blending cocoa butter and vegetables. Called Carres Futes (translating as ‘Smart Bars’), the product blend is achieved by replacing cocoa beans with whole, dehydrated vegetables. The line is available in three flavours: tomato, pepper, basil and […]
Thailand: Nestle launches KitKat Duo Milk Tea
Nestle, the Swiss consumer goods giant, has expanded its product range with the launch of a new Kit Kat variety for its Southeast Asian market. The new Kit Kat Duo Milk Tea was launched in Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore. According to Nestle the new flavour is a “full-bodied, creamy and soothing flora scent of a […]