Ingredion has expanded its range of ingredient solutions with Vitessence Pea 100 HD, a pea protein optimised for cold-pressed snack bars.

US plant-based nutrition brand Aloha has added a limited-edition Cookies and Creme protein bar to its portfolio.

Nākd. is expanding its fast-growing protein portfolio with the launch of Nākd. Protein Cherry.

Trubar has been acquired by Turkish snack giant ETi Gıda in an all-cash transaction valued at $173 million

Candian plant-based snack company Trubar has entered into an agreement to be acquired by Turkish CPG company ETİ Gıda Sanayi ve Ticaret, for approximately CAD 201 million (approx. $142 million).

Fermenta, a health and performance nutrition start-up, is set to introduce protein bars made with Solein in the US market, with consumer availability planned for Q1 2026.

Gut-friendly food brand Bio&Me has launched Daily Boost Fibre + Protein bars, specially developed to appeal to female consumers.

Protein continues to dominate the active nutrition space, but will the craze continue to resonate with future plant-based consumers?

L-Nutra has launched the Prolon L bar – a plant-based protein bar formulated to support muscle health and healthy ageing as well as fuelling workouts.

UK-based nut butter brand, Pip & Nut, is expanding its product portfolio with the launch of its first-ever Protein Bars, set to hit the market in mid-September.

Trubar has launched Trubar Kids, a line of nut-free, plant-based protein snacks designed for children.

DSM-Firmenich's Melanie Luangrath highlights the opportunity for sports nutrition brands to enhance every aspect of the full consumer experience when developing plant-based products.