JBS to pay $1.1M to settle New York lawsuit over climate claims

The beef producer's American subsidiary will invest in sustainable agriculture programs for farmers in the state under the settlement.

By Lamar Johnson • Nov. 5, 2025

Out of the box: How food and beverage giants are making their packaging shine

Conagra Brands and B&G Foods are among the companies spending more time on packaging, which attracts consumer attention and influences purchasing decisions.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 30, 2025

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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

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CPGs and suppliers discuss the ‘magic’ of melding food packaging design with policy

Sustainable packaging innovation is a balancing act between regulation and eye-catching design, said speakers during a virtual event hosted by Food Dive and Packaging Dive.

By Megan Quinn • Oct. 21, 2025

Nestlé leaves climate alliance focused on reducing dairy methane emissions

The Lean Cuisine maker, which cut greenhouse gas emissions by 21% between 2018 and 2024, said it remains committed to improving its environmental footprint.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 21, 2025

Food recalls are on the rise. What happens to the waste?

The Food and Drug Administration recalled nearly 85 million units through the first half of the year and managing this organic waste can be complicated.

By Leslie Nemo • Oct. 14, 2025

Philadelphia sues CPGs over plastic bag recyclability claims

City leaders said many of the confusion and contamination issues with SC Johnson and Bimbo Bakeries’ Ziploc and plastic bread bags are what motivated the city to previously ban single-use retail bags.

By Maria Rachal • Sept. 26, 2025

The Magnum Ice Cream Company taps NotCo AI for product innovation

The Ben & Jerry's owner plans to use the startup’s artificial intelligence platform to address some of the industry's “most complex growth and innovation challenges.”

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 23, 2025

Mars leans on clean energy contracts to accelerate transition across supply chain

A partnership with Enel builds on the confectionery giant’s “Renewable Acceleration” program, launched in April.

By Zoya Mirza • Sept. 17, 2025

Nestlé develops ‘groundbreaking’ process to boost cocoa production

The discovery could increase the supply of the popular commodity, which has seen yields cut due to climate change.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 21, 2025

Future-proofing dairy: A practical guide for food companies

Dairy supply chains are already feeling the effects of a changing climate. A new resource hub from Environmental Defense Fund offers food and dairy companies a practical roadmap to advance climate goals and build supply chain resilience.

Aug. 18, 2025

How to stay nimble through constant change? Traceability and good data

Better data and traceability have clear financial and strategic benefits. Once a company has the right data foundation, it can automate many different processes to help mitigate the impact of labor shortages.

Aug. 18, 2025

Snickers maker Mars to use gene-editing in pursuit of stable chocolate supply

The candy giant is using Pairwise’s plant-breeding technology to improve cocoa production as climate challenges and disease send prices soaring.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 7, 2025

Voluntary sustainable packaging goals are on the way out, Gartner says

Companies are aligning their sustainability strategies with emerging legislation, such as EPR laws, according to the consulting firm. 

By Katie Pyzyk • July 28, 2025

Mars unveils emissions reduction progress, launches $250M green investment fund

The confectionery giant has reduced its emissions by over 16% from a 2015 baseline, while scaling growth by 69% in the same time frame.

By Zoya Mirza • July 11, 2025

Can chocolate substitutes step in as cocoa prices soar?

As Hershey and other confectionery giants continue to navigate higher costs, startups and ingredient suppliers are looking to scale alternative options to help manage the volatility.

By Leah Borts-Kuperman • July 3, 2025

Inside Mondelēz’s snacking investment playbook

A top executive talks about what the Oreo maker is looking for in potential startup targets and how the current economic environment is impacting its approach.

By Christopher Doering • July 1, 2025

Boxed Water to change packaging sustainability claims after watchdog report

The brand will tweak claims, including that it is “better than plastic,” following a review from a nonprofit that evaluates truth in advertising. 

By Katie Pyzyk • June 20, 2025

Nestlé’s coffee brand surpasses regenerative agriculture goal for 2025

Nescafé said it sourced close to a third of its beans from farmers using sustainable production methods.

By Zoya Mirza • June 18, 2025

‘The world has changed’: PepsiCo CSO explains sustainability goal reset

The company isn’t backing away from sustainability, just changing its strategy, according to Chief Sustainability Officer Jim Andrew.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 9, 2025

Nestlé, Mondelēz leave the US Plastics Pact

Several CPG companies appear to have recently exited the group, which is gearing up to pursue refreshed 2030 targets. 

By Maria Rachal • June 2, 2025

PepsiCo ditches some climate targets as it resets sustainability goals

The food and beverage giant said it is being more “pragmatic” about where it can deliver the most impact.

By Katie Pyzyk , Sarah Zimmerman • May 27, 2025

Coca-Cola to update recycling labels following EU greenwashing complaint

The beverage company did not admit to wrongdoing, but said it will clarify claims about what portions of its bottles are made from recycled products.

By Zoya Mirza • May 14, 2025

CPGs unlikely to hit 2025 recycled plastic goals, Ameripen analysis shows

Food companies in particular face substantial headwinds to improve packaging sustainability due to regulation and lack of supply. 

By Maria Rachal • May 6, 2025

Oatly looks to revive plant-based milk demand in US

The company is targeting Gen Z by playing up trends in health and sustainability while developing a deeper presence in coffee.

By Chris Casey • May 5, 2025

Why HowGood thinks food industry climate goals will withstand Trump rollback

The emissions tracking platform said companies are still looking for new ESG tools, even as regulatory pressures shift.

By Chris Casey • May 1, 2025