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  • Molson Coors CEO retires as US sales continue to slide

    Mark Hunter's departure comes as the alcohol giant struggles to premiumize and modernize its portfolio and move beyond beer with nonalcoholic cannabis-infused beverages.

    By • Aug. 1, 2019
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    Hard seltzer helped beer sales grow 3.5% in July, IRI says

    The sparkling alcoholic beverages, as well as flavored malt drinks and domestic super-premium brews, are pushing the segment ahead. 

    By Jessi Devenyns • July 31, 2019
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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
  • Rising aluminum costs hit Heineken

    It has been an issue for beer makers for several quarters, but other companies' troubles come from a different source.

    By Emma Cosgrove • July 31, 2019
  • Pabst Blue Ribbon tests hard coffee in 5 states

    The new product, which has a 5% ABV and is made from coffee and fermented malted barley, is being sold in Florida, Georgia, Maine, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 29, 2019
  • Dean Foods replaces CEO with Eric Beringause amid continued struggles

    Ralph Scozzafava is stepping down from the top spot after two years in the role and his successor is tasked with turning around the company.

    By Lillianna Byington • July 29, 2019
  • Coca-Cola and PepsiCo exit plastic lobbying group amid environmental concerns

    The two soft drink giants have great influence within the industry and the move may encourage other companies to follow suit.

    By Jessi Devenyns • July 26, 2019
  • A guilt-free celebratory drink: Beers tap into workout recovery market

    In February, Sierra Nevada Brewing made its only acquisition: Sufferfest Beer Company, which seeks to produce the "Gatorade of beers."

    By Cathy Siegner • July 26, 2019
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    Nestlé launches Starbucks creamers inspired by its signature drinks

    This is the fourth new product since the Swiss CPG giant purchased the right to sell some of the coffee chain's branded products in grocery stores last August.

    By Jessi Devenyns • July 23, 2019
  • How rum may sweeten spirits companies' profits

    A Jeffries International analyst told Bloomberg the alcohol could be the next beverage to benefit from the cocktail culture — if big players invest more.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 23, 2019
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    With the dairy industry in a sour state, Borden CEO plots comeback for one-time milk giant

    In its heyday, the Texas company posted $7 billion in sales and was the nation's largest dairy producer. Today, revenue sits at $1.2 billion and its reach spans just 13 states.

    By • July 23, 2019
  • Coca-Cola invests $20M in Health-Ade Kombucha

    The move builds on previous investments the soda giant made to expand its portfolio to become a "total beverage company."

    By Cathy Siegner • July 22, 2019
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    CBD sparkling water maker Sweet Reason raises $2.5M

    The startup joins a growing number of food and beverage manufacturers looking to sell products with the controversial ingredient despite a lack of regulatory clarity from the FDA.  

    By • July 22, 2019
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    Coalition of health groups keeps California soda tax issue fizzing

    The group — which counts the American Heart Association, California Medical Association and California Dental Association as members — wants to get it on the 2020 ballot.

    By Jessi Devenyns • July 19, 2019
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    With 50M meals sold worldwide, Huel shakes up the meal replacement market

    The British company says it has seen year-over-year customer growth of more than 150% and expects its valuation to top $1.25 billion by 2022. 

    By Jessi Devenyns • July 16, 2019
  • ​Budweiser launches limited-edition lager to connect with farmers

    The beer giant collaborated with its barley suppliers to develop the Harvest Reserve Deep Golden Lager that will be sold only in Nebraska and Iowa. 

    By Cathy Siegner • July 15, 2019
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    Honest Tea vending machines let people donate to charity

    Customers can increase their transaction amount with an "Up Your Impact" purchase and vote on philanthropic projects they wish to support.

    By Robert Williams • July 12, 2019
  • Sugar in fruit juice may increase risk of cancer, research finds

    While consumption of drinks with the sweetener was "significantly associated" with an overall risk of the disease, researchers said their findings need to be replicated in other large-scale studies.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 12, 2019
  • Growers consider a minimum price for coffee farmers with prices at multi-year low

    Those who grow coffee beans are hoping to replicate similar efforts by cocoa producers who were successful in getting higher payments for their crop.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 11, 2019
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    Arla to test 3D imagery systems to improve cow welfare

    The artificial intelligence technology is designed to identify changes in the physical well-being, mobility and weight of the animal before they are detected by the human eye.

    By Jessi Devenyns • July 11, 2019
  • Making gin from peas could limit alcohol's impact on climate

    Researchers from the U.K. and Ireland found the legume has a smaller environmental footprint. It also provides more protein than wheat.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 11, 2019
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    PepsiCo partners with Lavazza on ready-to-drink iced cappuccino

    The product launch comes after Coca-Cola, which purchased Costa Coffee in January, launched its own RTD line under the newly acquired brand.

    By Jessi Devenyns • July 8, 2019
  • Canopy Growth co-CEO Bruce Linton fired from cannabis company

    The sudden departure, which follows disappointing quarterly results, comes eight months after Constellation Brands spent $4 billion to purchase a 38% stake in the business.

    By Lillianna Byington • July 3, 2019
  • Oatly stops advertising 'no added sugars' after challenge from Campbell

    The legacy company argued Oatly's claims were misleading because its production process breaks down oat starch into simple sugars.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 2, 2019
  • Mars to buy majority stake in functional food business Foodspring

    The maker of M&Ms, Snickers and Twix has been quietly boosting its profile in targeted nutrition through its Mars Edge division that it started in 2017.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 1, 2019
  • Coca-Cola wins energy drink arbitration case against Monster

    After eight months of legal battles, courts are permitting the soda giant to sell its new name-brand beverages in global markets. 

    By Jessi Devenyns • July 1, 2019