The UK Competitions and Markets Authority has today (20 August 2026) cleared Danone’s £864 million acquisition of plant-based nutrition brand Huel.

Plant-based nutrition brand Kate Farms has expanded its High Protein Nutrition Shake range with a new vanilla flavour, targeting consumers looking for convenient plant-based nutrition with a higher protein content.

Danone’s alt-dairy brand Silk is expanding its range of high-protein products with the launch of Silk Protein Yogurt and Silk Protein Shakes, rolling out across the US this summer.

Danone North America has confirmed plans to close its production facility in Bridgeton, New Jersey, US, which manufactures products under its dairy-free Silk and So Delicious brands.

Following Danone’s acquisition of Huel, The Plant Base spoke to Tyler Noyes, general manager of Huel US (Retail & Amazon), about what is next for the brand.

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

Danone has entered into an agreement to acquire UK plant-based functional nutrition brand Huel in a deal reportedly worth around €1 billion.

Danone is entering the fast-growing meal-replacement category with the launch of a new range of on-the-go drinks under its Alpro brand.

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Danone North America is tapping into the protein boom with the launch of Silk Protein, the latest addition to its plant-based drink portfolio.

Danone’s dairy-free Alpro brand has launched a new Alpro Kids product range in the UK, aiming to provide tasty and healthy plant-based options for children.