UK dairy-free brand The Coconut Collab has expanded its portfolio with the launch of Natural Kefir, designed for consumers prioritising their gut health.

Beyond Meat – otherwise known as Beyond The Plant Protein Company – has announced the nationwide roll-out of its new Beyond Breakfast Sausage line-up at major US retailers.

Elyas Coutts, CEO at Connect Vending, examines the gap between trial and repeat purchase – and why the conditions that drive a strong launch are often different from the ones that build lasting consumer habits.

Oatly has introduced a brand-new Strawberry Matcha Latte product in the UK, marking the latest extension of its growing matcha portfolio.

Danone’s Alpro brand has entered the ready-to-drink matcha category with the launch of a new soya-coconut-based matcha drink.

Plant-based snack brand Well&Truly has launched two new oat milk-based chocolate products in Sainsbury’s stores across the UK, ahead of Easter.

Sirio Europe has announced the launch of LifeChews – a patented, plant-based, chewable ‘jelly tablet’ format suitable for delivering a wide range of active ingredients.

Merchant Gourmet has launched a new line of ‘elevated’ baked beans, aiming to bring a more premium flavour experience to consumers at an accessible price point.

UK plant-based recipe kit brand Grubby has partnered with F&B brands Bold Bean, Sproud, Merchant Gourmet and Tracklements on a series of limited-edition dishes throughout March.