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PepsiCo to cut use of virgin plastic as part of broad sustainability goal
The Fritos and Gatorade manufacturer pledged to halve use of the material per serving by 2030 and expand its environmentally friendly SodaStream sparkling-water business.
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Cargill and National Beef added to Congressional probe on worker safety at meat processors
The two meat companies join JBS USA, Tyson Foods, and Smithfield Foods in facing inquiry from the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis about outbreaks at their facilities.
UPDATED: Sept. 17, 2021 at 10:32 a.m. -
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Surge in greenhouse gas pledges from CPGs prompts Cargill to pay farmers to collect carbon
The food and agricultural giant said demand from manufacturers to lower their environmental footprint is robust, but more financial incentives are needed to get producers to meet this growth.
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DouxMatok partners with Hi-Food on sweetener solutions
The use of a bulking syrup could allow for wider use of DouxMatok's Incredo Sugar in products like cakes and bars.
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Roquette invests $13M in plant protein R&D center
The ingredients company, which has been a leader in pea protein, aims to develop next-generation products at the new facility in France.
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OpinionReady for the 'Great Reset'? How digital transformation can future-proof food manufacturing
Modern technology can remake the sector into a resilient and responsive business, even through the turmoil of the pandemic, writes Keith Chambers of Aveva.
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Gopuff launches small business accelerator for underrepresented CPG entrepreneurs
The program provides brands with monthly workshops, networking events and one-on-one sessions with the e-tailer's marketing, merchandising and supply chain teams.
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Brand loyalty is eroding under supply chain and price pressures, survey finds
Research from Inmar shows that nearly seven in 10 consumers would switch from their favorite brand to a lower-priced equivalent.
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Alternative seafood has vast growth potential, report says
The Good Food Institute study showed sales of plant-based and fermented products in the category increased 23% in 2020.
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Coca-Cola sells Odwalla to investment firm
Full Sail purchased the juice and smoothie product for an undisclosed amount from the beverage giant.
UPDATED: Sept. 14, 2021 at 4:36 p.m. -
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Mondelēz tests new snack bar made using mechanical pressure and ultrasound energy
The CPG giant's Dirt Kitchen brand is using technology developed by Israel-based Torr FoodTech to create a product that has a unique multi-texture and maintains the nutritional value of the ingredients.
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Meatable and DSM partner to lower cell-based meat costs
The cultured meat maker will work with the ingredients and biotech company to develop a less expensive growth medium for cultivated pork and beef, and improve their taste and texture.
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Sovos IPO seeks to raise up to $429.3M
The better-for-you brand company plans to price its shares between $14 and $16, according to a new filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
UPDATED: Sept. 14, 2021 at 8:06 a.m. -
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Lily's Sweets expands into low-sugar gummies
The better-for-you confectionery brand, acquired by Hershey earlier this year, taps into the growing gummies segment with its first nonchocolate product.
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Poor harvest and price spike for durum wheat threaten pasta supply
A 90% price increase for the critical ingredient presents manufacturers with few attractive options as demand for foods to prepare at home continues to grow.
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Consumer Brands Association asks Biden for vaccine regulation clarity
To keep manufacturing lines staffed by employees inoculated against COVID-19, the trade group says it needs to know details about vaccine documentation, testing requirements and how to continue operations.
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ColumnLeftovers: Angry Orchard brings the heat with hot sauce line; Twix shakes things up with new seasoning
The hard cider maker adds its fruity flavors to a line of spicy sauces, while Goldfish brings back the '90s with a Jalapeno Popper flavor paired with "snacking pants" created by iconic superwide jeans maker JNCO.
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Stella Artois introduces its first nonalcoholic beer
Liberté is a zero-proof version of the brand's blonde pilsner and is available in select markets, including New York, Washington, D.C., Miami and Philadelphia.
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Tyson launches into kids snacking with Hillshire Farm Snacked packs
The company is positioning the refrigerated kits that feature meats, cheeses and desserts as a healthier alternative with higher-quality ingredients.
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Feds to require large employers mandate coronavirus vaccine
The requirements will impact some 80 million workers in private sector businesses, in addition to many federal employees and contractors, the White House said.
UPDATED: Sept. 10, 2021 at 9:19 a.m. -
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Sam Adams maker launches Nordic-inspired sparkling drink
Boston Beer plans to introduce in November the Bevy Long Drink, a beverage with ties to the national cocktail of Finland.
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Equinom provides improved pea protein to Meatless Farm
The custom ingredient, developed from years of breeding, has 50% more protein than competitors and will be available to select manufacturers later this year.
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Biden plans to crack down on meat price fixing
As prices for consumers climb, a White House blog post runs down the initiatives the administration is pursuing to level the playing field.
UPDATED: Sept. 8, 2021 at 4 p.m. -
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New blue: FDA approves Sensient's natural color made from butterfly pea flower
The heat- and light-stable natural ingredient produces different hues depending on a product's pH, the manufacturer says.
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DSM acquires dairy flavoring maker First Choice Ingredients for $453M
The manufacturer uses fermentation and enzymatic modification to create hundreds of clean-label ingredients for both traditional and plant-based applications.
