J&J Snack Foods to close 3 manufacturing sites in business revamp

The Icee maker expects to generate $20 million in annualized savings as part of its plan to simplify production and improve distribution.

Sleepytime Tea owner Hain Celestial makes interim CEO permanent

The appointment comes as the organic and natural food maker struggles with declining sales and growing competition.

Nestlé’s US CEO embraces a ‘sense of urgency’ to accelerate growth

In his first interview since taking the top spot, Marty Thompson said the Stouffer’s maker is paying more attention to its core brands and identifying untapped growth opportunities.

FTC claimed Walmart got unfair pricing advantages from PepsiCo

In the newly unsealed complaint, the agency alleged the retailer got preferential pricing and promotions from the CPG giant.

Kraft Heinz names former Kellanova leader as CEO

Steve Cahillane will take over at the Oscar Mayer and Philadelphia manufacturer starting Jan. 1 as the company prepares to split later in 2026.

Shoppers plan to spend more on groceries next year: report

The grocery sector is the only category included in an international survey conducted by AlixPartners that’s expected to see an overall increase in consumer outlays in 2026.

Preparing a year in advance: How Hershey plans for the holidays

The Reese’s manufacturer estimates seasonal celebrations like Christmas and Halloween make up roughly a third of its $9 billion in North American confectionery sales each year.

Coca-Cola manufacturer to build $475M plant

The project will replace a 90-year-old facility in Denver to help meet the rising demand for sports drinks, teas and other beverages.

Why Keurig grounded its new brand platform in post-pandemic realities

The first major work from bespoke Publicis unit KDPOne looks to reset the coffee brand ahead of parent Keurig Dr Pepper’s split into two companies.

Leftovers: McCormick reveals 2026 flavor of the year | ‘Call Her Daddy’ host enters energy drink market

The spice manufacturing company said the top flavor plays into consumer demand for functional ingredients, while Kellanova creates a bite-sized RXBar.

Anheuser-Busch to shutter 2 breweries amid manufacturing consolidation

The Bud Light brewer has also sold its New Jersey brewery and will invest the money elsewhere in its portfolio.

San Francisco’s move against ultraprocessed food could lead to wave of lawsuits

The litigation landscape surrounding packaged food may hinge on the ability of plaintiffs to prove that food addiction is real, writes Sean McBride.

Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey to leave top post after 9 years

The executive, who steered the iconic brand through waning consumer interest in sugary drinks and added more than 10 billion-dollar brands, will be replaced by COO Henrique Braun. 

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Hormel Foods turns to pricing, supply chain revamp to battle meat inflation

The global branded food company expects beef costs to remain high throughout fiscal 2026 while pork costs ease.

Jack Daniel’s owner sees Canada sales plunge 62% amid boycott of US booze

Brown-Forman said fallout from the Trump Administration’s trade policies has had a “significant impact” on earnings, with the majority of retailers in the country still refusing to stock alcohol from the United States.

Food industry groups sue Texas to overturn ingredient warning labels

Groups representing major companies, including Kraft Heinz and Coca-Cola, argue the law misleads consumers and violates the First Amendment.

JM Smucker cancels new coffee price hikes after tariffs lifted

The food and beverage maker expects a less volatile coffee market in the future after the Trump administration exempted the commodity from levies.

Campbell’s to pay $286M for 49% stake in Rao’s pasta sauce supplier

The transaction will better position the CPG giant to continue growing the recently acquired brand by ensuring quality and accelerating innovation.

Mondelēz launches sugar-free Oreos to ‘disrupt’ better-for-you snacking

The cookie took about four years to develop and is meant to "redefine what indulgence can look like," according to the brand's vice president of marketing.

PepsiCo to reduce offerings, improve product affordability to accelerate growth

The Cheetos and Mountain Dew manufacturer is grappling with a slowdown in consumer spending and activist investor pressure to make big changes.

Trump orders investigation into food supply chains for possible price fixing

Under pressure to address rising grocery costs, the president directed new task forces to determine whether anticompetitive behavior exists, particularly among foreign-owned companies. 

Mars to close $36B Kellanova acquisition following EU approval

The merger, the largest since Kraft Heinz's combination in 2015, would create a snacking giant with a portfolio including M&Ms, Pringles and Pop-Tarts.

Anheuser-Busch acquires majority stake in BeatBox for $490M

The deal for the party punch maker, which is popular among young drinkers for its high alcohol content, gives the beer giant a path to complete ownership.

Quince adds wine to assortment through partnership with Drinks

The online retailer teamed up with the AI-powered SaaS platform to offer a curated selection of wines as it expands into gourmet food and wine.

The chemistry of comfort: Inside the rise of nostalgic snacks

As big brands seek to put a better-for-you twist on familiar food and beverages, food scientists are using technology like AI to ensure flavors and textures aren’t compromised.