Sustainability
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Christopher Doering
How General Mills' CFO prioritizes social justice and sustainability
Sharing a headquarters city with the site of George Floyd’s killing and working to provide food during a crisis has made the company's ESG commitment more than a feel-good effort, Kofi Bruce said.
By Jane Thier • Jan. 15, 2021 -
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Kraft Heinz tests recyclable paper Macaroni & Cheese bowls
The new cups are part of the CPG giant's commitment to make all of its packaging recyclable, reusable or compostable by 2025.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 15, 2021 -
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Getting to the root of chicory root's popularity surge
From adding fiber and mouthfeel to its use in prebiotics, the woody perennial's versatility has made it popular with consumers and businesses — especially during the pandemic.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 14, 2021 -
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Treasure8 partners with Mariani for food dehydration innovation
The California startup will use its exclusively licensed technology to help the 115-year-old dried fruit company bring healthier and tastier food to consumers around the world.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 14, 2021 -
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EverGrain upcycles AB InBev's barley waste into plant-based protein
The company, started by the brewer's former head of sustainability, creates two unique ingredients from the waste, which adds up to millions of tons a year.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 07, 2021 -
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New Wave Foods nets $18M and plans foodservice launch in Q1
The plant-based shrimp company's new funding round, led by New Enterprise Associates and Evolution VC Partners, will help bring its products to restaurants nationwide.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 07, 2021 -
Air Protein
Air Protein raises $32M to develop a meat alternative out of thin air
The company, built around 1960s-era NASA research of turning carbon dioxide into something edible, received funds from ADM Ventures, Barclays and GV.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 07, 2021 -
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Tyson Foods brings plant-based meats to its Jimmy Dean brand
The new breakfast sandwiches are the first faux meat offering from an existing brand at the Arkansas-based company, which entered the space two years ago.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 06, 2021 -
Courtesy of Sweet Earth
Veganuary opens 2021 with a focus on plant-based eating
While most consumers are not making a long-term commitment to an animal-free diet, this sector grew exponentially in 2020 and is shaping Big Food portfolios.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 05, 2021 -
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Eat Beyond aims to change the way people invest in protein alternatives
The investment fund — which is currently publicly traded on three exchanges — serves both those who want to support the future of food and smaller companies with big ideas.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 22, 2020 -
Ocean Spray adds upcycled cranberry seeds to its product portfolio
This product appeals to a growing segment of sustainability-minded consumers who are willing to pay more to help the environment.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 17, 2020 -
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Deep DiveBreaking down Mars' maverick move for a more sustainable palm oil supply chain
Reducing its palm oil mills from 1,500 to 50 in three years to meet internal goals is a decisive move that will almost certainly work, but the impact beyond Mars' supply chain is less certain.
By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 14, 2020 -
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Dive Awards
Company of the Year: Mondelez
The Oreo maker quickly pivoted early in the pandemic to boost its e-commerce channels, simplify its portfolio and offer right-sized packages for consumers during peak stockpiling.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 09, 2020 -
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Indoor produce grower Gotham Greens raises $87M to fuel expansion plans
The flourishing indoor greenhouse segment has been popular for investors in 2020, with BrightFarms, Revol Greens and AppHarvest also raising money for their development efforts.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 08, 2020 -
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Barry Callebaut to expand La Morella Nuts globally in 2021
The premium Spanish nut company was acquired in 2012 for its synergies with the chocolate ingredient leader's primary business. The line will be available in North America next year.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 03, 2020 -
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Olam Coffee upcycles cascara to create superfruit products
Although typically discarded, the company is now using the pulp and skin of the coffee cherry fruit for healthy food and beverages while doubling revenue from the raw material.
By Lillianna Byington • Dec. 03, 2020 -
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Nestlé to invest $3.6B to curb emissions and boost sustainability
The world's largest food company says it will use the money over the next five years as part of its long-term goal to cut its emissions in half by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 03, 2020 -
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Lidl launches ethically sourced, private label chocolate bar
Way To Go products guarantee farmers receive the Fairtrade Minimum Price for cocoa, along with extra money to boost their income and develop higher-yield farming techniques.
By Rosie Bradbury • Dec. 03, 2020 -
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Real-time digital labels would detect spoiled food and reduce waste
Although it is still in the prototype stage, technology firm Innoscentia is partnering with Ynvisible Interactive to adapt system sensors for large scale production and printing.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 01, 2020 -
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OpinionCPGs still struggle to measure environmental progress, but there's a solution
Guidelines are currently voluntary, unenforceable and serve as mechanisms that appear to make the problem go away without actually solving it, writes Kearney's Adheer Bahulkar and Henrique Gonda.
By Adheer Bahulkar and Henrique Gonda • Nov. 30, 2020 -
Diageo
Diageo pledges 100% recyclable packaging, 50% supply chain emissions reduction by 2030
After falling short on some 2020 goals, the maker of Guinness and Smirnoff laid out plans to reduce emissions and improve packaging recyclability.
By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 30, 2020 -
Diageo
Diageo's growth plans: More premium brands and diversity in leadership
The alcohol maker's CEO told CNBC consumers are drinking "better, not more," and the company's 10-year plan focuses on promoting moderation in drinking and achieving net-zero carbon emissions.
By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 24, 2020 -
Califia Farms
4 reasons plant-based milk will keep growing after the pandemic
Dairy alternatives have gone from trendy to on fire in 2020, and analysts weigh in on what will keep the segment booming in the upcoming years.
By Megan Poinski • Nov. 24, 2020 -
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Barry Callebaut debuts high performance and sustainable chocolate line
The products, which are hitting the market in time for the holiday season, are made for North American consumers' palates.
By Megan Poinski • Nov. 19, 2020 -
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Deep DiveTalking Tofurky: How its mission and fun approach made a quirky company a plant-based leader
While the 25-year-old family-owned company may be named after its Thanksgiving roast, a diverse array of products and leadership have helped establish the now-trendy segment.
By Megan Poinski • Nov. 19, 2020
