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    Poppi founders launch hydration brand

    Jetty is a line of electrolyte powders and ready-to-drink offerings that looks to stand out by targeting everyday consumers.

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    Shopper intent and the best live offer rarely point to the same retailer. CPG media plans should weigh both.

    Same SKU, five retailers, five prices. What CPG plans do when intent and offers split.

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    Utz names new CEO ahead of $2.9B go-private deal

    John Lindeman will become CEO, replacing Howard Friedman, who plans to step down after the pretzel and potato chip maker is acquired.

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    How to deliver clean labels in the age of ultraprocessed foods

    A lack of clear definitions creates challenges for food companies in meeting consumer expectations, according to Innova Market Insights and Ingredion.

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    Leftovers: General Mills dunks into Dunkin’ inspired cereal | Knorr takes pasta and rice dishes on the go

    The food giant and coffee chain put a new twist on Reese’s Puffs and other cereals, while Vita Coco targets the next generation of coconut water drinkers.

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    Hershey’s CEO highlights softness in c-store sales

    Kirk Tanner said during the company’s Q3 earnings call that the convenience channel is a particularly challenging one for the candy maker right now.

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    Celsius creates new business structure to accelerate energy drink growth

    The company will form dedicated divisions for Alani Nu, Rockstar Energy and its namesake brand as an activist investor calls for a leadership change. 

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    The problem with ‘GLP-1 friendly’ food labels

    As more companies design products for consumers on weight loss drugs, experts warn there are risks in treating these shoppers as “a monolith.”

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    Sazerac buys Oregon craft brewery to expand national spirits production

    The BuzzBallz owner acquired Full Sail Brewing, continuing its recent acquisition binge that led to new brands and manufacturing capacity.

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    Kraft Heinz to sell North American coffee business to private equity firm

    The food giant is offloading brands including Maxwell House and Sanka in a deal that values the segment at $650 million.

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    Grocery e-commerce and in-store sales head in opposite directions

    Online food and beverage sales rose more than 15% during the four weeks that ended Oct. 4, while physical store sales were down almost 3%, Circana said.

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    Mondelēz sues YouTuber’s Joyride candy brand for copying Sour Patch Kids

    The snacking giant said Sour Smacks’ designs and colors “cause confusion and unlawfully profit from the goodwill” of the popular gummy treat.

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    Celsius accused of ‘healthwashing’ in class action lawsuit

    A consumer lawsuit takes issue with the energy drink company’s assertions that the beverage “accelerates metabolism” and “burns body fat.”

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    Inside PepsiCo’s functional food strategy

    The CPG giant aims to let consumers personalize their health through a range of options from Doritos without artificial dyes to Propel with protein and fiber.

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    Anheuser-Busch CEO to depart

    Brendan Whitworth is exiting as head of AB InBev's North American business as the brewer works to halt sliding volumes and diversify beyond beer.

  • Mondelēz International takes a majority stake in quinoa crisps maker Undercover Snacks.
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    Mondelēz to acquire Undercover Snacks in expansion of better-for-you portfolio

    The addition of the quinoa crisps brand comes as CEO Dirk Van de Put says the Oreo maker's portfolio “needs to evolve towards healthier snacks.”

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    Tilray Brands targets $20M in cost savings after craft brewery closures

    The Shock Top owner has reduced its SKU count and closed four facilities as it adapts to beverage industry shifts.

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    Liquid I.V. enlists former Poppi CMO to drive cultural impact

    The Unilever-owned hydration brand wants to push the boundaries of its marketing, which has recently focused on sport, music and movie partnerships.

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    Hershey’s salty snacks can’t keep up with demand

    The Dot’s and LesserEvil maker is taking steps to boost production and packaging options by adding manufacturing lines and investing in automation.

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    Oatly bets on fiber drinks to fuel plant-based turnaround

    The company wants to be “among the leaders in reducing the fiber gap” as it positions itself as a functional beverage rather than just a milk alternative.

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    Why Nespresso brought its loyalty program back from dormancy

    The coffee brand rebuilt its 2000s-era loyalty program for the modern day with an emphasis on community and personalization.

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    Why decaf coffee, alternative energy drinks are buzzing

    Beverages touting lower or no caffeine are becoming mainstream as experts say consumers are rethinking the “daytime vice.”

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    Leftovers: Pop-Tarts launches flavor inspired by Liquid Death | Bachan’s enters Japanese mayo

    The breakfast pastry and canned water brands are joining together for a second collaboration, while That's it. fruit bars extend into granola.

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    Consumer appetite for ultraprocessed food reform extends beyond MAHA

    Close to two-thirds of Americans support policies regulating chemicals and additives in food, according to a University of Pennsylvania study.

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    Are grocers ready to help shoppers getting off GLP-1s?

    Retailers need to think about the long game to support people whose shopping habits change after they come off the weight loss medications, experts said.

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    Danone changes US leadership in ‘offensive phase’ of its turnaround

    The Oikos maker named Francois Lacombe as president of Danone U.S. to improve performance in the region, which has faced surging demand for its products and lagging customer service.