Leftovers: Carbone expands beyond sauce | Little Debbie flips for flapjacks

The restaurant-inspired pasta sauce brand is debuting an Italian-inspired chili crisp, while protein powder maker Optimum Nutrition brews a functional non-alcoholic beer.

By Food Dive staff • Sept. 11, 2026

The fastest-growing food and beverage brands of 2026

Only 14% of brands saw growth in purchasing intent among consumers, with legacy players securing the biggest boost, according to Morning Consult. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 10, 2026

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Top 5 stories from Food Dive

Check out a selection of articles about some of the biggest trends and news — from McCormick’s reformulation strategy to the impact of GLP-1s  — shaping the food industry in 2026.

By Food Dive staff

Boston Beer hires tech-savvy CMO to hone data-driven marketing

Allison Stransky will join the Samuel Adams owner from Samsung Electronics America, where she’s focused on applications of big data and AI.

By Peter Adams • Sept. 10, 2026

Coca-Cola’s bet to relaunch Mr Pibb is paying off

The recently revived brand was the fastest growing soda in 2026, according to Morning Consult.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 9, 2026

Nestlé USA launches kids hydration drink Gerberlyte

The CPG giant is looking beyond meals as part of a turnaround for its 100-year-old Gerber brand.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 8, 2026

Arizona Beverages inks deal to bring Italian sparkling water to US

The deal includes an exclusive line of flavored sparkling waters catered to the U.S. market.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 8, 2026

Barilla buys better-for-you mac and cheese brand Goodles

The deal will expand the startup's reach internationally while giving the pasta giant a greater presence in functional foods.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 4, 2026

Athletic Brewing appoints new CMO amid marketing push

The appointment comes as the brand continues to invest heavily in sports sponsorships and is doubling down on its national media spend.

By Sara Karlovitch • Sept. 3, 2026

Chobani to spend $1.2B to buy and invest in Pennsylvania plant

The Greek yogurt maker is buying the facility from Keurig Dr Pepper, which it will convert into a “major new hub” for growth.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 1, 2026

SNAP bans led to 12% decline in soda purchases

Recipients didn’t buy more sugary drinks with their own dollars, bucking a common theory held across the food industry, a new academic study found. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 1, 2026

Jim Beam maker chooses next chief supply chain officer

Manuel Cabañas has been with Suntory Global Spirits since 2000 and will now oversee global manufacturing, distribution, quality, sourcing and operations.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 1, 2026

Keurig Dr Pepper sells equity stake back to Chobani for $800M

The soda and coffeemaker said the transactions will help reduce debt as it prepares to split the company in early 2027.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 1, 2026

Zero-sugar labels take center stage in more food class action lawsuits

Liquid Death and the maker of David protein bars are the latest to face consumer complaints after the FDA said natural sweetener allulose is a sugar.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 31, 2026

Craft beer enters a new era

Gone are the glory days of hazy IPAs, with brewers seeing a resurgence in classic beers and experience-driven options.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 31, 2026

Leftovers: Pringles introduces thicker chips | Pop-Tarts gets buzzed with BuzzBallz

The Mars Snacking brand is launching a sturdier crisp designed for dipping, while Snoop Dogg's Dr. Bombay releases a nostalgic popsicle.

By Food Dive staff • Aug. 28, 2026

Corona, Modelo maker names supply chain lead for beer division

Alex Alvarez will join Constellation Brands after serving in supply chain roles at Suntory Global Spirits and Brown-Forman.

By Phil Neuffer • Aug. 28, 2026

Sapporo USA to close craft brewing facilities following sale

The beer maker, which will also lay off 220 workers, sold Stone Brewing earlier this year and is transitioning its brewing operations away from California.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 27, 2026

US alcohol consumption remains at all time low

A new report from Gallup showed drinking rates are stabilizing after a multiyear decline, but still remain at the lowest level since 1939.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 26, 2026

Saint James enters yerba mate with first new product extension

The Gen Z-focused brand is broadening its reach to tap into a demand for natural caffeine.

By Laurel Deppen • Updated Aug. 25, 2026

Nearly 60 members of Congress call for aluminum pricing investigation

At issue is the Midwest Premium, a pricing structure that has led to increased costs for cans used by the U.S. beverage industry.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 24, 2026

Beer giant Constellation Brands invests $100M in US farm profitability

The Modelo maker said the investment will help improve economic resiliency in key producing states, including Idaho, Montana and North Dakota.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 24, 2026

Sazerac buys shuttered Kentucky distillery to boost spirits production

The Buffalo Trace owner has invested heavily in existing facilities within the state, but acknowledged it wasn’t enough to keep up with demand.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 24, 2026

Leftovers: Reese’s Puffs spoons up PB&J cereal | Little Bites debuts mystery muffins

The launch from General Mills follows the success of Reese’s PB+J cups last year, while drive-thru coffee chain 7 Brew enters retail with a lineup of caffeinated drinks.

By Food Dive staff • Aug. 21, 2026

Sazerac enters fast-growing soju market

Dalho capitalizes on increased demand for the Korean spirit, which is seeing growth from younger drinkers.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 20, 2026

Zevia activist investor calls for sale of better-for-you soda brand

Kanen Wealth Management says the company has missed out on “the category it helped create.”

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 19, 2026