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DSM, Avril partner on non-GMO canola protein

The new product, which may be commercially available by the end of 2021, could be used in meat and dairy alternatives as well as bars.

Mycoprotein more effective than milk protein for muscle growth, study says

Research from the University of Exeter in the U.K. could be significant for Quorn Foods because mycoprotein is a key ingredient in its products.

Growers consider a minimum price for coffee farmers with prices at multi-year low

Those who grow coffee beans are hoping to replicate similar efforts by cocoa producers who were successful in getting higher payments for their crop.

No butcher required: Plant-based items now available in a California grocer's meat case

Packaged products often are sold next to their animal-based counterparts, but this Bristol Farms store is the first to move them behind the glass counter.

Not chickening out: McCain leads $7M investment and will manufacture plant-based Nuggs

The startup pledges to constantly update its product formulation based on consumer feedback.

Can Agile development help Campbell Soup improve sales?

The company used the popular programming methodology to quickly develop and market Epic Crunch Goldfish crackers — and wants to do the same with soup.

Opinion

3 tips for scaling your growing food business with a co-packer

This partnership can be an effective way to add production capacity, but doing it right can be tricky. Dori Brewer and Emily Klick of Perkins Coie offer tips for a mutually beneficial agreement.

Ghee startup 4th & Heart raises $7.6M to expand distribution

The brand is also using the money to launch a protein bar called Woke, which features grass-fed collagen ghee protein and whole eggs.

Nestlé develops recyclable paper packaging for Yes snack bars

The Swiss company may eventually use it for Kit Kat bars and other products, according to Reuters, once they can get a sufficient amount of the specially coated material.

TreeHouse Foods sells its snacks division to Atlas Holdings for $90M

The sale involves one of the largest manufacturers of private label healthy snacks, and the company plans to use proceeds to pay down debt. 

PepsiCo partners with Lavazza on ready-to-drink iced cappuccino

The product launch comes after Coca-Cola, which purchased Costa Coffee in January, launched its own RTD line under the newly acquired brand.

Canopy Growth co-CEO Bruce Linton fired from cannabis company

The sudden departure, which follows disappointing quarterly results, comes eight months after Constellation Brands spent $4 billion to purchase a 38% stake in the business.

Deep Dive

Maintaining mouthfeel: The challenge of preserving food texture on the shelf and during delivery

Manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, restaurants and packaging designers are all working together to make sure the consumer gets items that feel freshly made — wherever they are.

Plant-based meat company sues Mississippi over state labeling law

The plaintiffs claim the new ban prohibiting the products from using meat terminology violates their First Amendment rights.

Post and Kellogg fight back against sugar content claims

Two lawsuits filed in California argue the cereal giants are misleading consumers with the nutritional advertising on their packaging.

Mondelez' SnackFutures uses startup strategies to test new products

The company's innovation arm is using Kickstarter, Instagram ads and other launch tactics popular with smaller companies to promote Dirt Kitchen and CaPao snacks. 

Report: Supply chains cause 40% of food waste in North America

Balancing the desire to cut down on what's thrown away with having high quality products in stock can be difficult, said an associate from the World Resources Institute.

Nestlé's Toll House quietly introduces edible cookie dough

Despite no formal announcement, the company acknowledged the product's debut by tweeting in response to reports on news sites and Instagram.

Coca-Cola wins energy drink arbitration case against Monster

After eight months of legal battles, courts are permitting the soda giant to sell its new name-brand beverages in global markets. 

Oatly stops advertising 'no added sugars' after challenge from Campbell

The legacy company argued Oatly's claims were misleading because its production process breaks down oat starch into simple sugars.

Dean Foods expands borrowing base to $265M

CEO Ralph Scozzafava said the move would enhance financial flexibility and liquidity for the Dallas-based milk and dairy products processor and distributor.

AB InBev purchases The Fat Jewish's Babe Wine

The beer maker's ZX Ventures arm is acquiring the remaining stake in the canned wine maker for an undisclosed sum as it looks for new avenues of growth beyond its signature brews.

Opinion

Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods: First mover advantage in a rapidly growing market

Since its IPO in May, the price for shares in the company known for its plant-based burgers have taken off. Jeff Robards of Alantra looks at the two giants in the space and their potential future performance.

Mars to buy majority stake in functional food business Foodspring

The maker of M&Ms, Snickers and Twix has been quietly boosting its profile in targeted nutrition through its Mars Edge division that it started in 2017.

Deep Dive

Kokumi: The sensation that makes tasting better

The flavor on the cusp of food trends adds richness, roundness and craveability to everything from meat and salad dressing to chocolate mousse.