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Tito’s Vodka buys majority stake in tequila brand in first acquisition
The deal will allow Texas-based Lalo Tequila to further its distribution network and global reach.
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Sponsored by EcolabWhat food and beverage manufacturers can show other industries about the future of data management
Food manufacturers lead AI data revolution – major efficiency gains show other industries the way.
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Kraft Heinz pilots AI agent to streamline ketchup production
Called The Cookbook, the tool gives workers access to 150 years of expertise on the brand’s signature condiment. The company plans to expand use cases.
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Utz Brands joins food giants in pledge to remove artificial colors
The chip and pretzel manufacturer plans to fully transition away from synthetic dyes by the end of 2027.
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Ben Stiller gets into the better-for-you soda space
Stiller’s Soda is a lower-calorie soft drink that doesn't contain probiotics, filling what the brand says is a “gap” in the beverage sector.
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Coca-Cola reports jump in packaging deemed recyclable
The beverage giant’s metrics for recycled plastic ratios and overall virgin plastic volumes both rose in 2024.
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The Magnum Ice Cream Company taps NotCo AI for product innovation
The Ben & Jerry's owner plans to use the startup’s artificial intelligence platform to address some of the industry's “most complex growth and innovation challenges.”
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Kroger debuts protein-focused private brand products
The grocer’s launch of Simple Truth Protein builds on a growing food trend and marks the latest line extension under the popular store brand.
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Molson Coors promotes company insider to CEO
Chief Strategy Officer Rahul Goyal, who has been with the beer giant for 24 years, will succeed Gavin Hattersley starting Oct. 1.
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Lifeway to double production capacity at Wisconsin kefir factory
The dairy producer says the expansion is needed to keep pace with surging consumer demand for probiotic-rich products.
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General Mills outlines marketing spend increase to help return to growth
Cinnamon Toast Crunch’s “Must Cinnadust” campaign generated a 500% increase in social engagement and drove growth, the company reported.
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ColumnLeftovers: Ferrara chills out with freeze-dried Lemonheads | Truly spills the raspberry tea with ‘Love Island’ star
The candy giant is tapping into the latest TikTok craze, while Hamburger Helper expands its lineup as the brand experiences a “blockbuster resurgence.”
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Unilever makes interim CFO permanent
The Hellman’s mayonnaise and Ben & Jerry’s ice cream owner is the latest to choose a company insider to take the financial reins.
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FDA proposes ban on rarely used Orange B food dye
With the Trump administration's authority to revoke the artificial colors in question, it's targeting less common additives that are unlikely to garner industry pushback.
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Danone abandons acquisition of Lifeway Foods
The yogurt giant reportedly didn’t believe the two companies could work together effectively and wanted to pursue opportunities within its own portfolio.
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Splenda owner buys SlimFast for undisclosed amount
The purchase by Heartland Food Products comes as sales for the weight loss brand have plummeted, with more consumers turning to GLP-1 medications.
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Nestlé chairman steps down 2 weeks after CEO’s abrupt firing
Paul Bulcke is leaving the post earlier than expected after drawing criticism from investors over the company’s performance.
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JM Smucker to raise coffee prices again in the face of tariffs
The Folgers and Café Bustelo owner is planning another hike for “early winter,” its third increase this year.
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Ben & Jerry’s cofounder quits amid escalating tension with Unilever
Jerry Greenfield said the CPG giant has “silenced” the Cherry Garcia’s maker’s independence and ability to speak out on social issues.
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Sleepytime Tea owner Hain Celestial ‘aggressively’ accelerates restructuring
As sales tumble, the company is taking steps to stabilize its business, including eliminating its North American president role and planning the sale or divestiture of brands.
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Tyson to end use of high fructose corn syrup
The meat processor is also removing other ingredients associated with ultraprocessed foods by the end of the year, including sucralose and titanium dioxide.
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Mars leans on clean energy contracts to accelerate transition across supply chain
A partnership with Enel builds on the confectionery giant’s “Renewable Acceleration” program, launched in April.
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Grocery inflation hits a 2-year high
Food-at-home prices rose in August at a 2.7% annual clip, stoked by steep increases in the cost of beef, eggs, coffee and produce.
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Deep DiveHow meat sticks became America’s favorite new snack
With sales reaching $3.3 billion last year, food brands such as Chomps, Jack Link's and Slim Jim are benefitting from consumers’ obsession with protein and convenience.
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Red Bull moves ahead with $1.7B factory after delay
The plant is expected to can 3 billion energy drinks annually and distribute throughout the U.S.
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Grocers aim to significantly increase private brand dollar share by 2027
An FMI survey found a majority of retailer and manufacturer executives plan to increase private brand investments in the next two years.
