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    Senate bill floats workaround for hemp THC beverage ban

    The bipartisan measure would allow states to “opt out” of a federal ban and handle regulation themselves.

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    Recall rodeo: Roping in risk with precision, not panic

    How better traceability turns recall confusion into coordinated action.

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    4 tech tools food brands are using to enhance inventory, demand planning

    Companies are leveraging digital twins and planning systems to provide greater visibility into their supply chains, according to industry experts.

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    PepsiCo says price cuts are paying off

    CEO Ramon Laguarta noted layoffs and productivity improvements have allowed the company to reduce costs and invest in affordability.

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    Sensient invests $250M to expand natural food dye production

    The ingredients supplier's CEO says the transition away from artificial dyes is “the single largest opportunity in the company's history.”

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    Hershey projects $100M inventory cut from supply chain tech

    The Reese’s maker is using the technology across sourcing, manufacturing, delivery and planning.

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    Leftovers: Kraft Mac & Cheese gets restaurant-inspired upgrade | PBR pickle beer is here

    Restaurant Edition is a premium version of the classic macaroni and cheese, while Ferrero brings Baby Ruth and Butterfinger to ice cream.

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    Food waste began to decline 4 years after the pandemic, Refed finds

    A combination of supportive laws and growth in spending on solutions may be moving the nation past “peak food waste,” according to a report.

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    Hershey US president unexpectedly departs

    Andrew Archambault, who joined the Reese's maker in February 2025 from Keurig Dr Pepper, is leaving to pursue another opportunity.

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    Gatorade to remove artificial colors from top flavors in brand refresh

    The PepsiCo beverage is repositioning itself beyond sports by focusing on everyday hydration.

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    How Chobani’s protein push is reshaping its dairy empire

    The yogurt giant's head of commercial growth says the company could lean on innovation or M&A as it looks to expand further into dairy, noting it's still not in every category.

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    Boston Beer faces $175.5M fine in packaging dispute

    A jury ruled in favor of Ardagh Metal Packaging, which accused the company of failing to purchase a contractual minimum of aluminum cans.

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    3 growth areas for food packaging

    Private label items and new launches are some of the main factors driving growth, according to Circana. 

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    Mondelēz creates chocolate bars using Celleste’s cell-cultured cocoa butter

    The milestone with a major food company positions the startup’s technology to enter the market within two years, Celleste’s CEO said.

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    Hershey wants a bigger bite of the functional foods market

    CEO Kirk Tanner said the Reese’s maker sees the segment as an important growth driver and “has an aspiration for how big we can build that business.”

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    5 charts showing the changing energy drink landscape

    While all of the major energy drink companies saw sales increases year over year, the rising tide is not lifting all boats, according to a Goldman Sachs report.

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    White Claw owner buys celebrity-backed Finnish Long Drink

    The acquisition is the first for Mark Anthony Group's new CEO Phil Rosse as he looks to double the company's global presence in alcohol.

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    Grocery price growth cools as overall inflation surges

    Prices for meat, produce and coffee continued to accelerate, but overall food-at-home inflation was below 2% for the first time since November 2025.

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    Conagra Brands names JM Smucker executive as new CEO

    John Brase will take over on June 1, replacing Sean Connolly who has run the Slim Jim maker since 2015.

  • A display of Suja Life's products, including Suja, Vive Organic and Slice Soda.
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    Slice soda maker Suja Life files for IPO

    The wellness shot and cold-press juice company hopes a public debut will position the brand as the “definitive leader in better-for-you beverages.”

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    Breakfast food is breaking free of the morning routine

    Changing eating habits, plus growing demand for protein and convenience, has opened new opportunities for food companies to bring the most important meal to other parts of the day.

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    How food manufacturers are rethinking product assortments

    Brands are opting for fewer SKUs and being selective about restocking practices, experts said at the Food Manufacturing Summit.

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    Leftovers: Liquid IV turns Grillo’s pickle flavor prank into reality | Mike’s Hard Lemonade gives dirty soda a shot

    The Unilever-owned hydration brand is launching a briny new variety, while PBR teams with Smithfield on a brat-infused sausage for grilling season.

  • A sign for the Food And Drug Administration is seen outside of the headquarters on July 20, 2020 in White Oak, Maryland.
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    FDA delays approval of 2 natural food dyes following safety objections

    Critics said the agency skipped critical assessments when approving beetroot red and expanding uses for spirulina extract.

  • Lamb Weston's "Crispy on Delivery" fries are pictured next to a hot dog.
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    Lamb Weston warns of supply chain pressures amid Iran war

    The french fry maker anticipates a rise in commodity volatility, including for packaging and fuel, if the conflict persists.

  • Dippin' Dots brings its signature ice cream to grocery stores.
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    Dippin’ Dots signature beaded ice cream enters the freezer aisle

    Owner J&J Snack Foods has worked for years to bring the iconic brand to grocery stores despite the treat's complex temperature requirements.