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Campbell Soup CEO abruptly leaves, company plans strategic review of portfolio
Along with the surprise departure of Denise Morrison, who has led the soup maker since 2011, the company also announced it is lowering its earnings outlook for its 2018 fiscal year.
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Czech brewery develops alcohol-free beer for breast cancer patients
The limited-edition Mamma Beer is fortified with added nutrients and a sweeter flavor for people going through chemotherapy.
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BJ's Wholesale plans a return to public markets with IPO filing
The club's private equity owners abandoned the idea last year, but haven't been able to sell the retailer.
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Data firm dunnhumby acquires Aptaris Software
The merger caps a strategic partnership that creates what the companies call the only end-to-end promotions management platform in the market.
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B&G Foods poised to raise retail prices later this month
As shipping and other costs rise, the company is feeling the squeeze — and it's gambling that a small increase across its product lines will cover them.
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Will caffeinated sparkling water get consumers buzzing?
Some companies are attempting to disrupt the category by adding an energy jolt to their products, but it's uncertain whether customers will prefer them to soft drinks or coffee.
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Finding the sweet spot: Hershey balances e-commerce with traditional shopping
The chocolate maker's second annual retail report explores how to create a search and digital engagement strategy to be used both in-store and online.
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Blackwells reinforces threat to oust most of Supervalu's board
The activist investor, which owns a 5.2% stake in the grocer and wholesaler, hasn't been satisfied with recent divestments and is pushing for a shareholder's meeting.
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Tyson subsidiary launches butcher certification program for pork retailers
The free training program, available to retailers selling the company's top-level brand, provides education about product attributes, merchandising advice and in-store signage.
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Kroger partners with Ocado in a bet on the future of online grocery
The Cincinnati-based retailer's agreement with the world’s largest e-grocer will rapidly accelerate its automated fulfillment capabilities and position it to compete with Amazon and Walmart.
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Lidl names new president and CEO of US operations
Johannes Fieber, a 10-year veteran with the retailer and former leader of its Swedish arm, will replace the American expansion's initial leader, Brendan Proctor.
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Blue Apron picks 29-year PepsiCo veteran as new CFO
Tim Bensley will start next week, bringing expertise in the consumer packaged goods and food retail industries to the meal kit company.
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Bunge files for IPO of Brazilian sugar and ethanol mills
If the agribusiness and ingredients giant is successful, the money raised could sweeten the pot for a future acquisition by another company.
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Walmart's e-commerce growth rebounds
U.S. online sales at the big-box retailer jumped 33%, compared to just 23% last quarter.
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Deep DiveNo allergens, no problem: Consumers react positively to safer-eating foods
Larger trends such as healthy eating, clean labels and non-GMO items give the segment a boost.
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Tostitos whips up 42-layer royal wedding cake with dip
A video of the cake's construction will be posted on Facebook and Instagram, and the brand shared a simplified version of the recipe online.
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Seeds and grains gain mainstream appeal
Ancient ingredients like quinoa are making modern-day trends as consumers embrace plant-based eating.
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Kellogg hopes consumers fill their bowl with first new Froot Loops flavor in 10 years
The company is looking for the new Wild Berry variety to expand the product's reach throughout the day, including the morning where sales remain "soft."
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Food manufacturers embracing healthier oils and fats
With ingredients such as sunflower, avocado and coconut oil available, CPG companies have more options as they improve the nutritional halo of their products.
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Flowers Foods' Q1 sales rise, but production costs increase even more
The baker reported a sales bump and a net income loss during the period, while its Dave's Killer Bread products continue to drive sales growth.
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American dieters could spark growth for food brands
The percentage of U.S. adults on diets such as paleo and Whole30 rose to 36% in the past year, a trend on which manufacturers are capitalizing.
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Prime time: Whole Foods rolls out 10% member discounts
The Amazon-owned grocer will offer Prime members special deals and an additional 10% off hundreds of sale items in stores.
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Nestlé plans steeper cuts in salt, sugar and saturated fats used in its products
The Swiss company's push to further improve its formulas reflects a growing effort by manufacturers to better align their brands with health-conscious consumers.
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Walmart drops mobile Scan & Go checkout
The failed test highlights the challenge of convincing shoppers to adopt next-generation store experiences.
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AmazonFresh will drop third-party sellers at the end of the month
The change comes as the online giant expands its Prime Now grocery service, which is part of the company’s integration with Whole Foods.
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