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Why Koios says nootropics are the 'next frontier' of functional beverages
The drinks, which have ingredients intended to improve cognitive abilities, are in more than 4,300 stores. CEO Chris Miller wants to triple that in 2020.
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Will Kerry's acrylamide-reducing yeast get widespread use in the US?
Acryleast is outperforming tests, but with no blanket federal government mandate to reduce the naturally occurring carcinogen, adoption will likely depend on price.
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Barry Callebaut sourcing more than half of its ingredients sustainably
Antoine de Saint-Affrique, CEO of the chocolate leader, said the company is "well on track" to have 100% produced this way by 2025.
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BJ's adds premium spirits to private label line
The retailer's Wellsley Farms brand now includes vodka, Canadian whisky and Irish whiskey.
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Potato shortage won't hurt french fry supply, says Idaho Potato Commission
Severe weather plagued this year's crop, but the industry is reassuring consumers fries are still on the menu.
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Constellation tosses Ballast Point to a Chicago-based craft brewer
In announcing the sale to Kings & Convicts Brewing Co., the alcohol giant's CEO Bill Newlands said trends have changed dramatically since the company bought the brand for $1 billion in 2015.
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Nestlé brings plant-based meat to iconic brands
After launching its first beef-like offering under its Sweet Earth banner in October, the food giant is introducing DiGiorno Rising Crust Meatless Supreme and Stouffer's Meatless Lasagna.
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Former Bumble Bee CEO convicted of tuna price-fixing scheme
Chris Lischewski faces up to 10 years in prison and a $1 million fine for the guilty verdict after a four-week trial in San Francisco.
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Food and beverages consume more than half of Nielsen's most innovative products for 2019
Drinks, plant-based products and creative packaging are the trends that landed brands like Coca-Cola, Caulipower and Yoplait on the research firm's annual list.
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Deep DiveHow to have nearly 50 years of success in plant-based food: Follow Your Heart
With unflinching ethics and a commitment to sustainability, the company that practically started the animal-free segment grew from a vegetarian lunch counter to a grocery store CPG staple, selling Vegenaise, cheeses and yogurts.
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PepsiCo buys PopCorners maker BFY Brands
After the deal is completed, the snacks, which include the popcorn crisps, Flourish Veggie Crisps and Flex Protein Crisps, will operate under the Frito-Lay North America umbrella.
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Molson Coors moves beyond beer with hard coffee launch
As the popularity of core brews such as Coors Light and Miller Lite wanes, the beverage giant has been expanding into other alcoholic options to grow.
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Noosa boosts protein content with launch of HiLo yogurt
The new brand, which features 12 grams of the essential nutrient and 12 grams of sugar per cup, is aimed at more health-conscious consumers.
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Hostess buys cookie maker Voortman for $320M
The purchase of the wafer and sugar-free cookie company expands the Twinkie manufacturer's reach in sweet baked goods.
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OpinionAs consumer tastes evolve, so should FDA standards of identity
As the federal agency considers updating definitions of food items and ingredients, Janet E. Collins of Motif FoodWorks says it needs to consider new technology and changing mindsets about plant-based alternatives.
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Snacking is rising to all occasions, report finds
Innova Market Insights found more people are replacing meals with salty snacks, with 23% consuming them at lunch, 17% at dinner and 8% at breakfast.
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Halo Top plans Chicago plant closure and layoffs starting next month
The ice cream maker will permanently close the production facility and cut 28 workers between Dec. 28 and March 13, according to an Illinois WARN notice.
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Report: Goya Foods rejects sale to retain family leadership
The New York Post quoted sources saying The Carlyle Group, in talks to buy the company, had plans to take charge of the Latin American food giant and eventually take it public.
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Impossible Foods aims for up to $5B valuation with latest funding round
The maker of plant-based meats is looking to raise between $300 million and $400 million, according to Reuters. This could more than double the $2 billion valuation the company had in May.
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Will next Thanksgiving have more plant-based alternatives to gobble?
Butterball plans to have its first prototype next year, while Perdue, Tyson and Impossible Foods are all working toward that goal.
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Walmart pork contained bacteria resistant to multiple antibiotics, report says
The executive director of World Animal Protection said the findings involving the retail giant were "particularly alarming and should raise concerns."
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Nestlé partners with college on microbiome research
The Swiss food giant said the goal of the partnership with the University of California San Diego is to develop nutritional offerings that promote health and well-being.
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Turkey prices drop this Thanksgiving, while ham prices increase
Despite the poultry staple hitting a nine-year low and ham at a five-year high, the average cost of the holiday dinner is only a penny more than last year.
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Deep DiveCannabis is hot, so why are investors wary?
The regulatory gray area for the substance in food and beverage has led to hesitation, causing some brands to struggle with fundraising.
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84% of food and beverage industry leaders expect sales growth in 2020
Mazars' annual survey of executives also found companies are looking to grow internally — through better-for-you products, cleaner labels and improved operations.
