All New product development articles – Page 50
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NewsYakult launches major rebrand and renames Yakult Light
From 28 August, Yakult Light will become Yakult Balance across Europe and the UK
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Analysis & FeaturesSeven meat alternative brands that couldn’t stand the heat
It’s been a tough couple of years for meat-free brands, and it’s all come to a head in the last few months
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NewsBatchelors adds instant Cook with Noodles duo for time-poor Brits
The NPD is intended to be mixed with protein and vegetables to create a ‘wholesome, quick meal’, said Batchelors
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NewsFormer Co-op category lead launches ‘meals focused’ innovation network
Oliver Pinder said The Meals Collective would “fill a gap” by being specifically focused on the ‘meals occasion’
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NewsUnilever eyes UK launch for frozen yoghurt brand Yasso
It has applied to register the name ‘Yasso’ as a trademark with the IPO
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Category ReportIs there still an appetite for plant-based meat?
Despite some high-profile exits from alt meat, a wealth of big brands remain ambitious – and smaller players are also aiming to make a mark
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NewsRed Bull adds Winter Edition Spiced Pear variant
The brand is hoping to replicate the success of its Summer Editions line with the move
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NewsWaitrose to launch its first ever lunchtime meal deal
The offer, priced at £5, will hit shelves at the end of August
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NewsItsu kicks off noodle innovation push with launch of new ranges
It has added three new ranges in the hope of encouraging UK consumers to ‘eat noodles as much as they eat pasta’
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NewsMonster Energy adds zero sugar version of Original variant
The extension will roll out nationwide from 4 September
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NewsMcGuigan targets ‘moderating consumers’ with mid-strength wine trio
The trio contain less than 75 calories per 125ml serve, McGuigan said
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NewsPlant-based seafood alternative brand Happiee makes UK debut
The range includes Breaded Calamariee Rings, Breaded Shrimpiee, Shrimpiee and Squidiee Rings
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NewsAsda adds 132-strong ingredients range aimed at home cooks
Shoppers can scan the QR codes on larger packs in the range, which will redirect them to Asda’s online recipes
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Comment & OpinionPlant-based will return to growth. The only question is how
Rumours of the death of plant-based meat alternatives are greatly exaggerated
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NewsMash Gang eyes moves into non-alcoholic spirits and coffee
Founder Jordan Childs said the company planned to launch a small batch non-alcoholic spirit in January 2024
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NewsBiotiful Gut Health launches lower in sugar kefir range for kids
The kefir drinks range for children will feature two flavours: Strawberry & Banana and Peach & Pineapple
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NewsCruzcampo lager makes UK off-trade debut
The brand was introduced to the on-trade in April and is now rolling into Tesco
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NewsProper Snacks launches KFC co-branded popcorn
The NPD is flavoured with KFC’s staple herb and spice mix
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NewsDead Man’s Fingers enlists KFC to create ‘herbed and spiced’ rum
The “finger(s) lickin’ good” variant was created to mark National Rum Day, KFC said
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Comment & OpinionKit Kat cereal and Corona Tropical are brand extensions too far
It is safer for brands to operate within their core proposition and expand only where relevant into adjacent spaces, says Jeremy Garlick, partner at Insight Traction