PepsiCo looks to generate buzz with new Hive incubator

The manufacturer joins other CPG companies such as Kellogg, Campbell Soup and Conagra who have made similar investments to uncover hot new products.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 11, 2018

Organic Valley repurposes influencers' videos to promote ghee

The campaign includes YouTube content in which mentions of butter or oil are "censored" and replaced with the word "ghee."

By Erica Sweeney • July 10, 2018

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Mergers and acquisitions

Declining sales and slowing consumption have more companies divesting brands, opening the door for smaller players and private equity firms to expand their portfolios.  

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PepsiCo earnings beat expectations, boosted by strong snack performance

The Frito-Lay division saw revenue climb 4% for the period while its North American beverage unit slumped, marking four consecutive periods of decline. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 10, 2018

Beer label uses facial recognition to talk with consumers

When customers scan the smart label on the bottle's neck with their smartphone, a skull printed on the packaging will begin an interactive dialogue.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 10, 2018

Tariffs hit cheesemakers struggling with low prices, record surplus

There are few options available from the government to help the industry, so producers will have to wait it out or may be forced to exit the space.

By Cathy Siegner • July 9, 2018

Brew Dr. says 'Yes we can' to new kombucha packaging

The Oregon maker of the fermented drink is the first to use aluminum for the beverage, increasing its portability to places such as beaches and parks.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 6, 2018

Retaliatory tariffs taking toll on Hershey, Campbell Soup and other CPGs

The company's confectionary products and TreeHouse Foods' salad dressings are among those items being hit after Canada imposed levies on U.S. goods.

By Christopher Doering • July 5, 2018

Can turning spent brewing grains into flour help breweries get ahead?

Startup Rise Products creates a mix for baking that has one-third the carbohydrates, twice the protein and 12 times the fiber of all-purpose flour.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 5, 2018

Study: Drinking coffee doesn't raise the risk of death

U.S. cancer researchers found that drinking up to eight cups per day can be part of a healthy diet.

By Cathy Siegner • July 5, 2018

Califia Farms raises $50M to expand, promote launch of non-dairy products

The plant-based beverage maker plans to boost production and market innovations in non-dairy creamers, cold-brew coffees and probiotic dairy-free yogurt beverages.

By Cathy Siegner • July 3, 2018

H-E-B uncorks booze delivery across Texas

The beloved grocery chain will initially offer the service in four cities, before expanding it to 26 more with free delivery on beer and wine orders through Labor Day. 

By Krishna Thakker • July 3, 2018

Activist investor Daniel Loeb presses Nestlé to split, divest units

The hedge fund operator, which took a more than $3 billion stake in the Swiss company a year ago, is pushing for faster change at the food maker amid shifting consumer tastes.

By Christopher Doering • July 2, 2018

Guinness taps into U.S. trends with new Maryland brewery

The facility, which is opening next month, will be the first in the U.S. for the brand since the 1950s. Diageo hopes it will attract 300,000 visitors its first year. 

By Patti Zarling • July 2, 2018

Constellation's Q1 profit disappoints even as beer sales post slight gain

The owner of Modelo and Corona said it experienced higher marketing and transportation costs, and challenges in its wine and spirits brands.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 29, 2018

Burger King and Budweiser resurrect 'Whassup,' but with a royal twist

The companies teased the collaboration in a Twitter exchange recreating dialogue from the iconic spot earlier this week. 

By Erica Sweeney • June 29, 2018

Is there green in THC-infused sparkling water?

Lagunitas, the Heineken-owned brewer, is launching Hi-Fi Hops, its buzzy "IPA-inspired" beverage, in California distilleries starting July 31. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 28, 2018

Packaged Teavana products are coming to grocery shelves

The goal is for Starbucks to make the premium teas more accessible to buyers who may not want to go to a specialty store.

By Patti Zarling • June 26, 2018

Think pink: Could a rosy tonic water signal opportunity for craft mixer makers?

British-based Fever-Tree's naturally colored product reflects growing consumer desire for blush wine, spirits and cider. 

By Jessi Devenyns • June 26, 2018

Bottoms up: Drizly's growth underscores opportunity in online alcohol sales

The online seller has quickly expanded to 100 markets by partnering with local shops and offering helpful tips for customers.

By Patti Zarling • June 26, 2018

Carbon dioxide crisis strains food and beer supply in Europe

Soccer fans in England may be unable to watch the World Cup with a Heineken in hand if the issues persist.

By Edwin Lopez • June 25, 2018

Hain Celestial's CEO to step down as takeover rumors swirl

Irwin D. Simon, who founded the natural and organic giant 25 years ago, will become non-executive chairman of the board after a replacement is selected.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 25, 2018

Mile high? Molson Coors generating buzz with possible cannabis investment

A move by the Denver-based brewing giant would make it the second major beer producer to enter the marijuana segment, joining Constellation Brands.

By Cathy Siegner • June 25, 2018

Vita Coco's parent company acquires natural energy drink Runa

Can the line of organic beverages that give consumers a boost from Amazon guayasa leaves match the success of the coconut water brand? 

By Jessi Devenyns • June 22, 2018

AB InBev debuts first blockchain-based mobile ad campaign

Bud Light, Budweiser and other brands are leveraging Kiip's Single Ledger solution to get a clearer reconciliation of campaign performance data.

By Robert Williams • June 21, 2018

Can an imaginary superdrink make consumers fall back in love with dairy milk?

A Dairy Farmers of America campaign rebrands the beverage as Mulu, a millennial-friendly, protein-rich drink that provides energy for coding sessions and movie marathons.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 21, 2018