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ColumnLeftovers: Doritos towel bag makes snacking tidier, oat ice cream goes against the dairy-free grain
Frito-Lay's Israel-based partnership debuts ingeniously functional packaging, while kid (and parent) friendly frozen breakfasts aim to make mornings easier.
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SponsoredGetSwift's farm-to-table, scheduling tech deals solidify its last-mile offering
As more companies look to improve their delivery operations, they have found that they also need staffing solutions such as scheduling to go along with it.
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Good Catch hopes consumers will bite as it launches plant-based tuna at national retailers
The New York-based startup said its products will be available this week at Whole Foods Market and Thrive Market.
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Glanbia acquires ingredients company Watson for $89M
With its latest acquisition, the Irish company hopes to break further into the health and wellness sector with specifically tailored product offerings.
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Ingredion's gum-based textures target better-for-you trends
The company's new ingredients were developed to help reduce the amount of undesirable items in CPG goods and promote clean labels.
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Are egg replacements all they're cracked up to be?
The fluctuating supply and price of chicken-produced varieties, along with the consumer trend toward more plant-based foods, are driving growth.
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Why floral and international flavors will dominate 2019
Ingredient companies have created profiles to keep up with these tastes, while consumer preferences show they have staying power.
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Hormel to sell its CytoSport business to Pepsi
The company is selling the Muscle Milk maker to the soft drink and snacks giant for $465 million.
UPDATED: Feb. 21, 2019 at 10 a.m.
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Tilray buys hemp food maker Manitoba Harvest for $317M
The Canadian cannabis producer plans to collaborate with the world leader for edible products made from the nutrient-rich seeds and oils.
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Canopy Growth CEO: Cannabis hasn't caught the attention of Big Food — yet
While beer and tobacco have looked into marijuana, Bruce Linton said the substance hasn't had a significantly disruptive impact on most CPG companies.
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Carvel and Captain Lawrence Brewing launch Cookie Puss beers
With the popularity of milkshake IPAs holding strong, the ice cream company brings a classic character to alcoholic beverages.
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Danone taps portfolio of 'tools and weapons' to serve changing consumer tastes
Mariano Lozano, CEO of the French giant's North American operations, said the company benefits from its diverse set of options, including probiotics, grass-fed, organic, non-GMO, low sugar, plant-based and traditional dairy.
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Flowers Foods CEO to retire after 40 years with the company
Allen Shiver will step down after about six years in the top spot and current COO Ryals McMullian will take over.
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Can whole milk in schools help the dairy industry?
A new bill in the House of Representatives seeks to add the beverage to cafeteria menus nationwide, but it's unclear if it could turn the tide for the ailing segment.
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Applegate Farms launches sausage line sourced from regenerative agriculture
The Hormel subsidiary's New Food Collective features pork from small farms certified by the American Grassfed Association.
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Will GMA's new strategy bring back former members?
The CPG industry group said its long-term strategy is to fundamentally transform the organization, which recently went through some difficult times as companies including Nestlé, Campbell Soup and Kraft Heinz left.
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Bye-bye beans: Atomo Coffee recreates the classic drink from the molecular level
The startup has its eyes on sustainability, threats to crops from global warming and using science to create a better-tasting cup of joe.
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ColumnLeftovers: Chicken and Waffles come to cereal, chocolate milk for adults
Post once again shakes up the cereal aisle — this time with flavors from two savory brunch staples; Reese's offers words of encouragement with a peanut butter bar.
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What is 'milk'? Danone and Chobani take opposing viewpoints
While both companies are known for their yogurt, the one with a large plant-based arm feels there is no consumer confusion, while the other sharply disagrees.
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Colleges tap growing need for beer industry education
Demand for a more skilled workforce is spurring states and their higher ed institutions to develop opportunities for brewers to level up.
Ingredients -
Nestlé considers selling its cold cuts business as sales surge
The Swiss food giant emphasized the success of its deals in 2018 as net acquisitions pushed up sales by 0.7% and offset divestments.
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Deep DiveCupid strikes food makers as they take aim at lucrative Valentine's Day sales
Consumers are expected to spend $21 billion on the romantic holiday this year, and Kellogg and Hershey are among the companies tailoring products to it.
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Sodium is not a treatment for lightheadedness, study finds
Researchers at Boston's Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found higher intake can actually make the condition worse, which runs counter to traditional recommendations.
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Fungus among us: New mushroom snack line signals category growth
Shrooms Snacks are made from produce grown and handpicked on South Mills Champs' farms in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.
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Coca-Cola soda sales slide in Q4 as 2019 outlook disappoints
Despite a drop in its core sparkling business, the beverage giant benefited from growth in coffee, water, sports drinks and teas.
Corporate