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Trek joins forces with Biscoff to launch protein bar

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Cereal bar brand Trek is looking to shake up the protein category with the launch of Trek Power Biscoff protein bars Rolling out into convenience and wholesale from mid-March, Trek says the new addition is its biggest launch to date. And with Biscoff claiming 81%…

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