Why sea buckthorn is traveling from the Himalayas to the US

The wild berry rich in vitamins C and B12 is finding its way into a variety of products, from beverages to chocolate bars, as more consumers seek functionality.

By Lillianna Byington • March 19, 2020

Tropicana sued over presence of malic acid in 'natural juices'

Plaintiffs claim the PepsiCo-owned brand is deceiving customers by not disclosing on product labels that several of its juice-based beverages contain artificial flavors.

By Cathy Siegner • March 19, 2020

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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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Coronavirus is the latest challenge to face dairy industry

A Rabobank report found the upward trajectory for prices in the space that was present in the fourth quarter of 2019 stalled following the spread of the outbreak.

By Lillianna Byington • March 18, 2020

New Age may divest smaller brands to focus on Nestea, Evian and illy

The drinks manufacturer and distributor said beverages in retail and e-commerce need scale to compete, something that can be harder for smaller offerings.

By Christopher Doering • March 18, 2020

Coronavirus concerns drive huge sales growth for pantry staples

As U.S. consumers prepare for long isolation periods to slow the spread of the virus, Nielsen says the nation is in a potentially transformative pattern.

By Megan Poinski • March 17, 2020

AB InBev-backed machine allows consumers to brew their own beers instantly at home

Drinkworks, a partnership between the alcohol giant and Keurig Dr Pepper, is teaming up with Golden Road Brewing to offer four beers that can be made using a special K-Cup machine.

By Christopher Doering • March 16, 2020

Nonalcoholic beer maker Athletic Brewing raises $17.5M

The upstart brewer said it will use the funding to expand into new states and purchase a facility in San Diego once occupied by Ballast Point.

By Christopher Doering • March 13, 2020

What's your beef? How bacteria could save dairies

For the dairy industry, gut health represents a real and valuable unique selling point, writes British copywriter ​Jonathan A. Finch.

By ​Jonathan A. Finch • March 12, 2020

Leinenkugel's launches Spritzen, a 'beer with a splash of seltzer'

The drink is the first new national release in three years from the brewing company, which is a part of Molson Coors' Tenth and Blake craft division.

By Lillianna Byington • March 12, 2020

PepsiCo buys energy drink Rockstar for $3.85B

The purchase by the soda and snacks giant expands its presence in the fast-growing beverage segment where Red Bull and Monster currently dominate.

By Christopher Doering • March 11, 2020

Spindrift secures $29.8M as the sparkling water category grows

This is the biggest single funding round for the brand, which launched in 2010 and flavors its beverages with real squeezed fruit.

By Lillianna Byington • March 10, 2020

Coca-Cola will link executive pay to company employees

The New York State Common Retirement Fund, one of the beverage giant's top 50 shareholders, pushed for the change, saying top-level pay has soared while average wages have made minimal gains.

By Christopher Doering • March 10, 2020

Will LQD craft malt beverages help Anheuser Busch reimagine alcohol?

The first products from the new line include Hard Agave Limeade, Hard Passion Fruit Green Tea and Hard Hibiscus Green Tea and contain 5.2% to 5.9% ABV.

By Cathy Siegner • March 10, 2020

French dairy firm Lactalis aims for bigger presence in US

Even after the acquisitions of Stonyfield and Siggi's, the yogurt and cheese maker aims to double its North American sales to $6 billion through M&A and internal innovation.

By Christopher Doering • March 9, 2020

Leftovers: LaCroix turns 'UP!!' innovation; Dymatize gives consumers a yabba-dabba-doo time

The always-over-the-top sparkling water brand introduces LimonCello and Pastèque flavors, and Sliq is the freezer pops consumers loved as kids all grown up.

By Food Dive staff • March 6, 2020

Constellation announces minority stake in Karma Wellness Water

This is the beverage giant's first nonalcoholic investment, and it's launching a marketing campaign focusing on its patented push cap, which delivers vitamins and probiotics when twisted.

By Cathy Siegner • March 6, 2020

Nestlé to close New York water bottling plant with 105 employees

The Swiss company said in a filing with the state's Department of Labor the facility in Elmsford will close June 1.

By Christopher Doering • Updated March 6, 2020

How two years of changes in dairy led to two major bankruptcies

Struggling with competition from milk alternatives, innovative startups and private label, this timeline shows how Borden and Dean Foods got here and what’s next for the industry.

By Nami Sumida, Lillianna Byington • March 4, 2020

Campbell Soup names head of its $4B snacking division

The maker of Pepperidge Farm cookies and Goldfish crackers said starting March 9, CPG veteran Valerie Oswalt will oversee the segment responsible for nearly half of its sales. 

By Christopher Doering • March 4, 2020

Budweiser tries to energize sales with nitro-infused golden lager

The beverage giant's offering taps into the premiumization trend while directing consumers to break beer protocols by shaking the can before pouring it down the middle of the glass.

By Christopher Doering • March 4, 2020

Corona continues 'Coming Ashore' campaign amid coronavirus-related backlash

The company said its loyal consumers understand there isn't a link between the deadly virus and its beer.

By Robert Williams • March 2, 2020

PepsiCo tests recyclable rings made from molded pulp

The soda and snacks giant said the trial of the new material in Sacramento for a month will replace plastic that is typically used on the company's 7.5-ounce six-packs of Pepsi and Sierra Mist.

By Cathy Siegner • March 2, 2020

SodaStream names 1st US CMO as PepsiCo amplifies sustainability mission

Matt Kahn previously served as VP of marketing at Heineken, where he helped develop Dos Equis' famous "Most Interesting Man" campaign.

By Peter Adams • Feb. 28, 2020

Rebbl switches to 100% recycled and recyclable plastic bottles

The maker of organic plant-based beverages said its new Green Packaging Initiative conserves resources and reduces materials going to landfills.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 28, 2020

Leftovers: Taco Bell's new cheese snack is all crunch, no chip; 'The Bachelor' host offers a rosé

The restaurant brand hits shelves with a keto-friendly offering inspired by its hot sauce flavors, and RXBAR bites into small-batch varieties.

By Food Dive staff • Feb. 28, 2020