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More than 12,000 cases of Pillsbury flour recalled due to salmonella risk

Parent company Hometown Food Co. found traces of the pathogen in a 5-lb. bag in a random inspection last week.

Cage-free egg commitments are in the spotlight — and may cost companies billions

Experts say U.S. producers pledging to make the change have transitioned between 17% and 25% of their birds so far.

Q&A

Why Kellogg's MorningStar Farms is going 100% plant based

The Michigan company's head of global marketing, strategy and innovation for plant-based protein and natural brands talked about how consumers want more options in that sector — and how the brand is responding. 

GMO salmon gets FDA green light to be sold in the US

Will there be consumer or retailer backlash when AquaBounty Technologies starts growing and harvesting its AquAdvantage Salmon at a facility in Indiana?

Nielsen: Shoppers are looking for 'healthy swaps'

Jackfruit burgers and cauliflower crust pizza are some of the better-for-you substitutions that consumers make, according to the market research company.

SAP, Bumble Bee Foods team up to track tuna using blockchain

Consumers will be able to scan a QR code on the final product to find out where their fish was caught and how it made it to the store. 

Tetra Pak launches cube packaging to reduce costs and save space

The new design allows manufacturers to reduce secondary packaging, leading to approximately 40% less space required to transport the same amount of product.

Applegate edges into plant-based sector with organic 'blend burger'

The Hormel-owned brand said its new patty, made either with turkey or 100% grass-fed beef and mushrooms, is "catering to the growing population of flexitarians."

Is LaCroix losing its fizz?

The CEO of National Beverage Corporation, which makes the sparkling water brand, blamed "injustice" for its disappointing third-quarter sales.

From CBD to plant based: 4 trends that dominated Expo West in 2019

The topics were among those prominent at the five-day conference in California that included thousands of exhibitors launching new products and panel discussions on what's next for food and beverages.

CPG companies make 'significant' progress in reformulating products - report

The Consumer Goods Forum's annual health and wellness progress report found 320,000 items have been changed to limit sugar and salt since the global survey started in 2015.

Mondelez's SnackFutures innovation hub invests in prebiotic Uplift Food

Brigette Wolf said the snack company was drawn to the startup by its work to disrupt the industry through gut health. 

Report: Federal food safety oversight needs a national strategy

The U.S. Government Accountability Office report says regulation is too fragmented, resulting in "inconsistent oversight, ineffective coordination, and inefficient use of resources."  

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Leftovers: On (Mayo)cue, Kraft Heinz launches new sauces; Marathon-inspired beer goes the distance

The CPG giant does what it thinks it (Mayo)must with internal innovation, and Frito-Lay shoots Cheetos Flamin' Hot Asteroids back into the atmosphere.

Organic trade group uses volunteer program to tackle fraud

Ten companies have pre-registered for the initiative, including J.M. Smucker and Stonyfield, with annual fees that can be as high as $6,000.

New report slashes guidelines for sodium consumption

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine said the mineral is linked to chronic disease risk, but will this be enough to change levels in processed foods?

How Conagra uses M&A to stay ahead in the snacking sector

Following the successful purchase of smaller brands such as Angie's Boomchickapop and Duke’s meat snacks, a company executive said the CPG giant is looking for similar bolt-on deals.

Nestlé USA chief touts value in 'driving relevance' to its big-name brands

Last year, the world's largest food manufacturer posted 2.6% sales growth in the U.S., its biggest market, despite challenges in the Lean Cuisine and Stouffer's brands.

Study looks at how cannabis will disrupt food and beverages

As CBD becomes more popular in a variety of categories, Euromonitor predicts it will soon become just another functional ingredient. 

RXBAR's prescription for the future: New name, new products, changes in leadership

Newly created umbrella company Insurgent Brands is debuting savory snacks this week at Expo West with the launch of RX Oats. The company's CEO is stepping down to focus on innovation.

Bowled over on National Cereal Day: It's still on 96% of shopping lists

A survey from Shopkick found the breakfast staple still appears on tables, although the time of day it's enjoyed is shifting as varieties transform into sweet nighttime snacks. 

Gluten-safe wheat created by Dutch researchers using CRISPR

Scientists in the Netherlands are using the gene-editing tool to remove toxic antigens while maintaining the elasticity, rising, shape and chewiness associated with baked goods.

Startup launches 'first food-based brain nutrition brand' for kids

Ingenuity Brands is debuting Brainiac Kids whole-milk yogurt containing a blend of omega-3s and choline.

New organic, sustainably sourced color palette taps into changing food trends

Diana Food North America is offering a blue made from spirulina and a pink/reddish variety sourced from red beet. Yellow, orange, red and purple from carrots, turmeric and annatto also are available.

Gottlieb's resignation from FDA thrusts uncertainty into food, CBD regulations

The commissioner, who moved forward with initiatives already in progress and on the horizon, is leaving in a month to spend more time with his family.