Sustainability
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Applegate Farms launches sausage line sourced from regenerative agriculture
The Hormel subsidiary's New Food Collective features pork from small farms certified by the American Grassfed Association.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 19, 2019
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Bye-bye beans: Atomo Coffee recreates the classic drink from the molecular level
The startup has its eyes on sustainability, threats to crops from global warming and using science to create a better-tasting cup of joe.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 14, 2019
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Study: Eating organic makes pesticide residues in the body drop
After six days of an organic diet, researchers in California found the levels of synthetic substances in four families fell 60.5%.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 11, 2019
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SponsoredHow start-ups are accelerating the future of food
Food industry giants are utilizing incubators and accelerators to harness disruptive entrepreneurial ambitions—and it’s paying off.
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ColumnLeftovers: Tom Brady hopes to score with pea protein; Unicorns bring magic to pudding cups
Will the six-time Super Bowl winner's plant-based powder be the MVP? And how to express your love through GMOs this Valentine's Day.
By Food Dive staff
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Pea proteins showing up in more bakery products
Manufacturers are turning to the ingredient to meet consumer demand for healthier food options and replace allergens such as wheat, dairy and egg.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 07, 2019
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Carlsberg toasts rising beer sales and sustainability progress
The Danish brewer saw 2018 net revenue rise 3%, the company's first sales jump in three years, as the rest of the industry posts losses.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 07, 2019
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Smokin' hot volcano-to-table protein startup attracts $33M from Danone, ADM
Sustainable Bioproducts said its fermentation technology can grow protein with high nutritional value and minimal impact on the environment.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 05, 2019
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New plant-based products group pushes sustainable food packaging
The council, whose founding members include ADM, Cargill, Tate & Lyle and Ingredion, launched a database featuring more than 480 plant-based and bio-based products already on the market.
By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 04, 2019
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Could durian seeds become a cost-effective probiotics stabilizer?
Researchers from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore say the thick gum from the seeds may be a sustainable replacement for global-warming-threatened gum arabic.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 31, 2019
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AB InBev partners with gene-editing company for more sustainable barley
The beer giant plans to use technology from Benson Hill Biosystems, as well as traditional breeding methods, to develop higher-yielding varieties that consume less water and other natural resources.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 31, 2019
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Häagen-Dazs will be delivered in reusable containers in a pilot project with Loop
The ice cream will be delivered in reusable double-walled steel containers — designed by Nestlé's global research and development group — to keep it cold during delivery.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 25, 2019
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Kerry expands cocoa offerings as chocolate demand grows
The increase comes as the crop faces challenges from climate change, as well as forest destruction, child labor and low farmer incomes.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 24, 2019
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Report recommending less meat and dairy draws loud industry reaction
The three-year project from the EAT-Lancet Commission concluded global food systems could nurture human health and environmental sustainability, but are currently threatening both.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 22, 2019
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What's the buzz about global warming affecting world coffee supply?
Even as companies like Nestlé and Smucker invest in their supply chains, a new report shows climate change could make many species of the bean extinct.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 18, 2019
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How food labels help consumers eat healthier
A study from Tufts University found package information can reduce calorie consumption by 6.6%, fat by 10.6% and other less beneficial options by 13%.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 17, 2019
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Nestlé and Danimer to develop biodegradable bottles
This is part of the sustainability pledge by the world's largest food company to make all of its packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 17, 2019
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Tyson partners with the Environmental Defense Fund on sustainable food production
A pilot program will analyze data from 500,000 acres of corn to reduce greenhouse gases, improve water quality and enhance farmer profits.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 16, 2019
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Deep DiveOnward and upward: Clean label trend shows no signs of slowing
Despite the proliferation of products with simpler ingredient lists, experts say there is plenty of room to grow — especially down the supply chain.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 14, 2019
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Plant-based steak: Will it be what's for dinner?
Impossible Foods CEO Patrick Brown said R&D at the California-based company has been "going at a blazing speed since Day One," with whole cuts of beef being its next big launch.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 14, 2019
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Will environmental sustainability be included in the 2020 Dietary Guidelines?
A non-profit group of nutrition educators advocating for the addition may find a responsive consumer, but supporters could be foiled by political gridlock in Washington.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 10, 2019
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Egg replacement from plants cracks into new markets with distribution deal
Renmatix said Simple Cellulose, which will be sold by The Ingredient House, can save bakeries 25% to 50% annually on their costs for the popular ingredient.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 10, 2019
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Deep Dive6 trends to impact the food industry in 2019
Concepts that started rocking the business in 2018 will continue, making this year sure to be full of big deals, new functional ingredients and items that are sustainable on many levels.
By Megan Poinski , Christopher Doering , Lillianna Byington • Jan. 07, 2019
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Carl's Jr. gives plant-based Beyond Burger the star treatment
The chain is now selling the meat-free Beyond Famous Star burger for $6.29 a piece at more than 1,000 locations, following White Castle's Impossible slider expansion.
By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 03, 2019
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Packaging challenges could leave bottled water companies all wet
As consumers try to avoid disposable, single-use plastic and governments and businesses are banning it, manufacturers search for recycled and alternative packaging.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 02, 2019