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Panda Launches Vegan Chocolate Coated Liquorice in UK

As plant-based confectionery continues to thrive globally, Panda Liquorice is set to launch a new vegan chocolate-coated liquorice product in health food stores from September. Founded in Finland in 1927 where it continues to be the largest liquorice brand on the market, Panda sells Original, Strawberry and Raspberry liquorice, now to be joined by the chocolate flavour, created with rice milk which creates a creamy taste and texture. Panda is a portfolio brand of Orkla, which has been expanding its vegan offerings since 2018. Last year, Orkla formed the Orkla Alternative Proteins (OAP) unit, stating its intention to become a leading alt protein player by 2030, and in the same month led a funding round for cultured pet food producer Because, Animals. Says Lisa Gawthorne, …

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Orkla Retail Group Launches New Plant-Based Products in the European Market

Scandinavian wholesaler Orkla has launched a wide range of new products across Europe, including many vegan alternatives. Orkla already offers a wide range of vegetarian foods through its various subsidiary brands, such as several frozen dishes under the Swedish Felix brand and plant-based burgers and vegetarian minced meat alternatives under the Naturli brand. Arve Heltne, Senior Vice President of Orkla Marketing & Innovation, recently stated the intention behind the latest product launches in a press release. “By introducing a number of new products, we are making it easier for consumers to make healthier and more sustainable everyday choices,” he said. Orkla’s main markets are Scandinavian and Baltic regions and selected Central European countries. The Orkla Group also has a strong presence in selected product categories …

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