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The 'silent salesman': How kosher certification went mainstream
While the seal signifies that items meet Jewish dietary laws, it increasingly represents purity, good practices and trustworthiness to non-observant consumers.
Megan Poinski • April 13, 2022 -
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With a portfolio of iconic snacks, Hostess Brands sweetens its business for another century
Just a decade after bankruptcy, the Twinkies maker is thriving under CEO Andy Callahan, who has prioritized innovation and moving its iconic offerings into faster-growing occasions.
Christopher Doering • March 30, 2022 -
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Food suppliers wade into logistics as trucking rates soar
Businesses can't evade the trucking market, but there are strategies they can adopt to lessen the impact of market forces.
Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 25, 2022 -
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Once an afterthought, brand licensing reaps billions for CPGs hungry for growth
Hershey, Conagra and Post are a few companies using the strategy to expand their business, build equity and keep products relevant.
Christopher Doering • Feb. 22, 2022 -
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Why famous people are joining food tech advisory boards
Hollywood A-listers including Leonardo DiCaprio and Ashton Kutcher, former government officials and other household names are working with companies, lending their expertise and cachet.
Megan Poinski • Feb. 8, 2022 -
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Beef has a sustainability problem. Is this the year the industry finds a fix?
As producers explore the potential of regenerative farming and emission-busting feed additives, critics argue that more compelling solutions deserve investment.
Chris Casey • Jan. 27, 2022 -
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Why fermented meat analogs will steal the spotlight in 2022
As interest in plant-based food has surged, several companies using an age-old method to grow high-quality proteins are bringing a meat-like texture and sustainability story to plates across the U.S.
Megan Poinski • Jan. 18, 2022 -
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CPGs grapple with a murky 2022 outlook as inflation, supply chain weigh on operations
Uncertainty over the severity and permanence of these and other challenges is making it hard for CEOs to determine whether they should make moves such as price increases.
Christopher Doering • Jan. 11, 2022 -
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For food CPGs and grocers, finding harmony online is a difficult dance
Product manufacturers face a sometimes-daunting array of requirements when seeking to sell products through e-commerce channels run by retailers.
Christopher Doering and Sam Silverstein • Jan. 10, 2022 -
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6 trends shaping food and beverage growth in 2022
The lingering effects of the pandemic will continue to influence everything from consumers' meal choices to the ability of manufacturers to meet demand.
Chris Casey, Christopher Doering and Megan Poinski • Jan. 4, 2022 -
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Who wins in food industry class action cases?
Litigation can be long and expensive and relief can be hard to come by, as consumers find themselves with small rewards and brands struggle with keeping their reputations intact.
Megan Poinski • Dec. 16, 2021 -
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Why are so many class action lawsuits filed against the food industry?
In 2020, the number of court cases from consumers claiming that food and drink companies deceived them hit an all-time high, according to statistics compiled by law firm Perkins Coie.
Megan Poinski • Dec. 15, 2021 -
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Where the dollars go: Lobbying a big business for large food and beverage CPGs
Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, AB InBev and 27 other companies spend close to $40 million a year on issues including trade and taxes in an effort to make their voices heard by lawmakers and regulators.
Christopher Doering • Dec. 6, 2021 -
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Despite drought, almonds will keep on growing
California produces about 80% of the world's supply of the nut, which farmers have spent many years learning to produce more of with less water.
Megan Poinski • Nov. 4, 2021 -
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Why the food and beverage industry is building toward the future in 2021
Pandemic-related increases in consumption and a revitalization of CPGs are leading to more big facility construction projects, but challenges in staffing and supply chain may cloud the industry's growth.
Megan Poinski • Oct. 25, 2021 -
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Inside Farther Farms' mission: Using french fries to make the food system more sustainable
The New York startup is pioneering a unique method of making fresh food shelf stable, hoping to reduce the industry's reliance on the cold chain.
Megan Poinski • Oct. 21, 2021 -
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5 ways to boost plant-based products in grocery stores
From appointing category managers to dedicating shelf space, maximizing sales of animal alternatives at retail requires a holistic approach.
Megan Poinski and Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 18, 2021 -
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Technology is revolutionizing food, but how can it be explained to consumers?
Companies are making real dairy, meat and eggs without animals and using fermentation to produce new analogs, but the challenge is describing it in a way that sounds appetizing — and not like science fiction.
Megan Poinski • Sept. 20, 2021 -
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From snack bars to beer, CPGs rethink the art of sampling in a post-COVID world
The pandemic has changed how companies provide a taste of their products to shoppers — a valuable practice that can boost long-term sales for a brand.
Christopher Doering • Aug. 23, 2021 -
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Progress report: Brands face increasing pressure on recyclability claims in 2021
Major corporations have pledged to make big recycling-related changes by 2025, and environmental groups are holding them accountable through reporting requirements, shareholder agreements and lawsuits.
Megan Quinn • Aug. 17, 2021 -
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Has the hard seltzer bubble popped? Analysts and beer makers say not so fast
Despite the abrupt warning by Truly maker Boston Beer in July that it overestimated demand, many predict further growth in the category and a few major players to eventually dominate.
Christopher Doering • Aug. 16, 2021 -
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The thrill-seeking, concert-loving CEO behind Hain's rapid turnaround
Mark Schiller, whose rare blend of humor and business savvy played a part in reviving brands at PepsiCo and Pinnacle Foods, is immersed in his biggest challenge yet: Hain Celestial.
Christopher Doering • July 27, 2021 -
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Inside Hain Celestial's fight to regain its swagger
Once a disjointed collection of brands and close to having its stock delisted, the organic and natural products leader has cut money-losing products, prioritized innovation and improved its credibility with retailers.
Christopher Doering • July 26, 2021 -
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Why chicken is taking over plant-based meat
With Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods entering the space and new options filling freezer cases, the potential for the poultry analog suddenly seems limitless.
Megan Poinski • July 20, 2021 -
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As canned cocktails boom, brands eyeing longevity face new marketing challenges
The explosive category is nearing an inflection point that will force companies to focus on deepening brand identity and targeting millennial drinkers.
Asa Hiken • July 12, 2021
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