The German snack manufacturer is hoping to halve CO2 emissions and expand production capacities with the new €85m investment.

Veganz has raised €7.1m ($8.2m) from new shares as part of an ongoing programme by the publicly listed vegan food producer and retailer.

Müller UK & Ireland plans to invest in a liquid milk and milk powders plant acquired last year with the acquisition of Yew Tree Dairy.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated a probe into Mars, focusing on alleged “deceptive trade practices”.

German food manufacturer Oetker Group has struck a deal to acquire local baking mixes and flours producer Kathi.