Deep Dive: Page 12
Industry insights from our journalists
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As CPGs struggle, McCormick CEO calls flavor demand a 'tailwind' for company
McCormick's sales are projected to increase 12% to 14% during its current fiscal year — an enviable growth rate in the food and beverage space.
Christopher Doering • Feb. 27, 2018 -
The race to replace sugar is on. Which natural sweetener will come out on top?
As consumers grow more distrustful of sugar and the Nutrition Facts panel deadline looms, manufacturers are pouring R&D into natural substitutes — and the payoff could be pretty sweet.
Emma Liem Beckett • Feb. 26, 2018 -
Despite its name, Campbell Soup CEO says it's more than 'a one-trick pony'
In an interview at CAGNY, Denise Morrison said the CPG manufacturer once considered renaming the company to better reflect its breadth of products, which include snacks, organic and fresh foods in demand with consumers.
Christopher Doering • Feb. 26, 2018 -
Sugar's future tastes sweet despite health push, competing sweeteners
The U.S. is the largest consumer of the ingredient in the world, but that hasn't stopped CPG companies from reducing their use of the carbohydrate or altering it as people try to eat healthier.
Erika Kincaid • Feb. 26, 2018 -
Tyson Foods CEO hasn't ruled out acquiring Beyond Meat, other venture investments
While an outright purchase could eventually take place, Tyson is interested in helping nascent companies grow while gaining insight into new and emerging markets.
Christopher Doering • Feb. 23, 2018 -
Hungry for growth: Food companies keep M&A on the menu in 2018
General Mills, Conagra, Hershey and other leading companies said new acquisitions are a priority, with many looking to deal-making as part of a long-term growth strategy.
Emma Liem Beckett and Christopher Doering • Feb. 22, 2018 -
How the Museum of Ice Cream gives customers a taste for experiential retail
The popular locations are filled with colorful, sensory-driven installations that encourage customers to interact with both the physical space and the staff.
Cara Salpini • Feb. 21, 2018 -
At CAGNY, Big Food execs prioritizing e-commerce for future growth
General Mills, Mondelez, Coca-Cola and other major brands discussed increased online investments as consumer demand for hyper-efficiency grows.
Emma Liem Beckett and Christopher Doering • Feb. 21, 2018 -
Lay's looks to put a smile on the faces of millennial snackers
Marketing Dive got a sneak peek at an activation in New York City that's part of Frito-Lay's new "Smile with Lay's" national campaign.
Peter Adams • Feb. 8, 2018 -
Food companies are starved for female leadership
This could significantly impact bottom lines, according to panelists at the Food Marketing Institute's Midwinter Conference.
Jeff Wells • Jan. 31, 2018 -
Q&A: How a local biscuit maker rose to success at big-name grocers
Mason Dixie, which launched in 2014 with Kickstarter funding, already sells its made-from-scratch products in more than 2,000 retail locations, including Whole Foods and Kroger.
Christopher Doering • Jan. 31, 2018 -
E-commerce food packaging comes of age as more shoppers go online
The ability of the consumer to order cereal, soda, soup and other items from their computers has created challenges for manufacturers that package and ship those products to a person's doorstep.
Pamela DeLoatch • Jan. 30, 2018 -
What you need to know about grocery store technology
Even as tech innovations become increasingly futuristic, they still focus on the same goals grocers had in mind more than a century ago: to offer better food more efficiently, and to stand out in the marketplace.
Emma Liem Beckett and Christopher Doering • Jan. 30, 2018 -
6 takeaways from the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference
Facing a rapidly changing industry, attendees came away from the annual meeting with a lot to digest.
Jeff Wells • Jan. 30, 2018 -
What's trending in beverages
As shopper demand for new, authentic drink experiences grows, beverage manufacturers are racing to develop products that will quench consumer thirst for innovation.
Emma Liem Beckett and Christopher Doering • Jan. 29, 2018 -
Why online grocery could be a $100B opportunity in the next four years
Despite this growth potential, experts at the FMI Midwinter Conference said retailers and manufacturers so far aren't ready.
Jeff Wells • Jan. 29, 2018 -
Sun Basket CEO: 'Nobody has yet gotten the meal kit right'
In an interview with Food Dive, Adam Zbar said companies in the space have labored to improve both the economic and culinary sides of the business.
Jeff Wells • Jan. 25, 2018 -
Will Kohl's stores sprout new life with grocery?
Industry experts agree that larger stores need to slim down and boost foot traffic, but many are skeptical that adding food is a logical choice.
Corinne Ruff • Jan. 25, 2018 -
Is Amazon changing Whole Foods' identity?
Local brands may be pushed out as national ones dominate shelf space.
Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Jan. 24, 2018 -
As NAFTA negotiations continue, the outcome could have a big impact on the tiny avocado
The 1994 trade deal helped the avocado become a household name in America. But there is concern if the U.S. withdraws from the measure, consumers of the popular fruit will be hit hard by higher prices.
Emma Liem Beckett • Jan. 24, 2018 -
Is Lidl still a major threat for American grocers?
The German retailer appears to be struggling out of the gate, leading some observers to say it’s not as big of a risk to established U.S. supermarkets as it first seemed.
Daphne Howland • Jan. 23, 2018 -
Retrieved from Coca-Cola on January 15, 2018
Coca-Cola looks for Arctic Coke to help invigorate soda sales
The machine, developed with the help of ex-NASA scientists, allows people to take a super-cold beverage and instantly add ice crystals — enhancing the drinking experience.
Christopher Doering • Jan. 23, 2018 -
6 major food trends to watch in 2018
Botanicals, transparency, sustainability and ethnic cuisine are among the movements worth watching this year, according to major manufacturers and research firms.
Cathy Siegner • Jan. 23, 2018 -
Consumers are demanding more from their beverage experiences
From tart kombuchas to savory bone broths, shopper interest in authentic, nutritious drinks has transformed the segment.
Emma Liem Beckett • Jan. 22, 2018 -
Retrieved from Walmart on January 01, 2018
5 tech trends that will shape grocery in 2018
After many supermarkets expanded their e-commerce footprint in 2017, analysts predict retailers will deepen their relationships with online shoppers this year.
Jeff Wells • Jan. 16, 2018
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