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Why hydration drinks are quenching the beverage industry’s thirst for product growth
Offerings like Waterdrop, Electrolit and BodyArmor’s Flash I.V. are building a powerful and trendy product category that sits between water, soda, sports and energy drinks.
By Chris Casey • March 18, 2024 -
Problem to plate: Could eating invasive species be a sustainability game changer?
Advocates are working to get consumers on board in an effort to contain and live with plants and animals wreaking havoc on environmental and commercial ecosystems.
By Leah Borts-Kuperman • March 18, 2024 -
Trendline
Top 5 stories from Food Dive
The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future.
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Leftovers: Claussen pickles jelly beans | King Arthur slices into baking mixes
Frankford Candy is bringing together pickles and jelly beans for Easter, and trendy New York City restaurant Carbone furthers its culinary presence with a line of Alfredo sauces.
By Food Dive staff • March 15, 2024 -
Nestlé investors urge food giant to lessen dependence on unhealthy foods
The Lean Cuisine manufacturer disputed many of the claims outlined by the shareholder group and said it was “targeting the wrong company.”
By Christopher Doering • March 14, 2024 -
Ingredion prioritizing texture, an ‘underappreciated and not well understood’ trait
CEO Jim Zallie said the ingredients giant is focusing more attention on the attribute that plays a pivotal role in determining a product’s mouthfeel, appearance, taste and enjoyability.
By Christopher Doering • March 14, 2024 -
Michelle Obama’s Plezi Nutrition launches fizzy fruit drink aimed at tweens and teens
It’s the second product from the company co-founded by the former first lady that was created to find healthier alternatives for sugary beverages popular with children.
By Christopher Doering • March 12, 2024 -
Jones Soda makes entry into alcohol
The craft soda brand is partnering with cider maker Rainmaker to take advantage of its existing distribution network of restaurants, bars and liquor stores.
By Chris Casey • March 12, 2024 -
Danone discontinues 2 plant-based milk options under its Silk and So Delicious brands
The decision to end production of Silk Nextmilk and So Delicious Wondermilk comes as sales in the alternative category fell in 2023 after four straight years of growth.
By Christopher Doering • March 11, 2024 -
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Functional mushrooms and their rise in popularity
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Leftovers: Starburst explodes into sparkling water | Ritz scores spicy, sweet flavors for March Madness
The Mars candy is the inspiration for Sparkling Ice’s zero-sugar drink, and McCormick & Co.’s cult favorite brand Frank’s RedHot squeezes two sauce lineups into its portfolio.
By Food Dive staff • March 8, 2024 -
Haskap berries: The cold-hardy superfood
The berries have an “untapped market potential,” specifically in cold climates, according to experts.
By Leah Borts-Kuperman • March 7, 2024 -
Hidden Valley Ranch and Cheez-It join forces for condiment collab
The dressing brand with a cult following is tapping the Kellanova-owned cracker for its new sauce designed for pairing with salty snacks.
By Chris Casey • March 6, 2024 -
Campbell’s launches first limited-time soup flavor with grilled cheese and tomato
A spokesperson said the packaged food company tapped into an “ownable” flavor for its debut and expects to roll out additional temporary offerings in the future.
By Christopher Doering • March 6, 2024 -
Kraft Heinz enters plant-based meats with Oscar Mayer hotdogs and sausages
The CPG giant and its partner, NotCo, hope the offerings can shake up the alternative meat sector, which remains “underdeveloped and under-consumed" due to disappointing taste and texture with existing offerings.
By Christopher Doering • March 6, 2024 -
Kodiak poaches another Campbell Soup veteran for chief operating officer
In addition to naming Steve Katzenberger to the role, the high-protein, whole-grain food maker hired Sonali Dalvi as its vice president of product development.
By Christopher Doering • March 5, 2024 -
Opinion
Fact, fad and hyperbole: What’s the deal with ultra-processed foods?
A popular change in nomenclature is obscuring strides the industry has made with the nutritional value of its products in recent years, argues Sean McBride of DSM Communications.
By Sean McBride • March 5, 2024 -
To farm or fabricate? 3D printing’s role in the food industry
As food production startups begin commercializing 3D-printed seafood, some experts question the viability of the technology in the broader market.
By Megan Ruggles • March 4, 2024 -
FDA to allow yogurt makers to claim food lowers risk of type 2 diabetes
The agency, citing “limited evidence,” agreed that eating at least two cups of the dairy offering per week could lower the chance of developing a disease impacting about 36 million Americans.
By Christopher Doering • March 1, 2024 -
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Leftovers: Angie’s pops into new Cinnabon popcorn | Goodles goes gluten-free
The Conagra brand's BoomChickaPop gets a cinnamon makeover, while Elmhurst 1925 brews into the coffee category.
By Food Dive staff • March 1, 2024 -
Vertical strawberry grower Oishii clinches $134M amid indoor farming woes
An intentional choice to grow artisanal fruit rather than leafy greens has allowed the firm to avoid the financial difficulties facing others in controlled-environment agriculture, according to the company’s CEO.
By S.L. Fuller • Feb. 29, 2024 -
Ingredion and CPG firms deepen collaboration to accelerate product development
Jim Zallie, the ingredient supplier’s CEO, said food and beverage companies are placing a greater value on working with his company to drive innovation as product volumes drop.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 29, 2024 -
Consumer group urges Treasury secretary to require nutrition labeling on alcohol
The National Consumers League is asking Janet Yellen to force the bureau that governs the industry to enact rules for nutrition and serving size labeling on alcoholic products by June.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 29, 2024 -
Oatly pours into coffee creamer category with new product launch
The oat milk creamers are the latest push from the Swedish brand to connect to a wider net of consumers.
By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 27, 2024 -
Why Waterdrop’s CEO sees hydration beverages overtaking soft drinks
Martin Donald Murray said the viral water bottle craze will continue to benefit the company’s “microdrink” given its better-for-you and sustainability benefits.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 27, 2024 -
Borealis Foods’ unique quest to tackle malnutrition starts with ramen
The food technology company sees itself as truly one-of-a-kind in its mission to mass produce healthy, affordable products.
By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 27, 2024