Modelo maker buys boozy sports drink SpikedAde for $75M

The beer maker is broadening its portfolio with the vodka and sports drink brand as it looks to tap into growing demand for RTDs.

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 7, 2026

Ferrero launches Nutella-filled frozen waffles

The product, set to launch in the U.S. next spring, is meant to be a premium option in a space that has lacked meaningful innovation, an executive said.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 5, 2026

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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.  

By Food Dive staff

Sunkist Fruit Gems to return after consumer outcry

The gummies, a fixture at Jewish celebrations, will be produced by a new manufacturing partner after Ferrara confirmed it exited a licensing agreement with the citrus co-op.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 1, 2026

Hormel expands deeper into protein with $1B purchase of chicken processor

The acquisition of Brakebush Brothers gives the Spam producer a larger presence in value-added chicken and further strengthens its growing foodservice operations.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 30, 2026

Sazerac to buy German spirits producer Berentzen

The deal with Berentzen Group is expected to broaden both companies’ portfolios, capabilities and reach.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 22, 2026

Mondelēz brings Biscoff partnership to US with Toblerone truffles

The launch comes as the snacking giant’s collaboration with the cookie brand in other countries “surpassed even our expectations,” an executive said.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 22, 2026

Unloved brands offloaded by Big Food are a tasty snack for startups, PE firms

Castoffs from Conagra, Campbell’s and other companies are thriving under private owners who can devote more energy to innovation and growth.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 21, 2026

How Ingredion aims to capitalize on ‘reformulation boom’ with Tate & Lyle deal

The acquisition positions Ingredion as the "go-to provider for texture and healthful solutions" within the food and beverage industries, according to its CEO.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 17, 2026

Nestlé ‘not happy’ with food giant’s performance in North America

CFO Anna Manz said “more needs to be done” to improve execution in the region, particularly for creamers and its Gerber brand.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 15, 2026

Sleepytime Tea owner Hain Celestial to sell international business for $323M

The transaction marks the second major divestiture for the natural and organic food maker this year following the sale of its North American snacks business.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 14, 2026

General Mills’ CEO says M&A not a priority in challenging environment

Jeff Harmening said there is a “high bar” for acquisitions, but the food maker could consider additional divestitures.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 10, 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

Campbell’s slashes 13% of salaried workforce as part of $500M cost-cutting plan

The soup maker will also close two snack plants and cut its dividend as CEO Mick Beekhuizen said the company needs to take “decisive action.”

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 3, 2026

PepsiCo puts fresh foods in focus as consumers move away from processed snacks

The CPG giant is taking aim at the fast-growing $271 billion store perimeter with healthier fare such as guacamole, hummus and gazpacho.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 3, 2026

Nestlé reaches $1B deal to sell 7 vitamin, mineral and supplement brands

The company said the divestiture of mainstream offerings, including Nature’s Bounty and Ester-C, will allow it to prioritize businesses with the “strongest competitive advantage.”

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 1, 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

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

Mondelēz brings UK protein bar Grenade to the US

The Clif and Perfect Bar owner is doubling down on its domestic bar portfolio to leverage growing consumer demand for protein and portability.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 25, 2026

B&G Foods’ Green Giant sale runs into antitrust concerns in Canada

The sale of two vegetable brands to Nortera Foods could lead to higher prices and fewer choices for consumers, the country’s Competition Bureau claimed.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 20, 2026

JBS makes bid for remainder of Pilgrim’s Pride

The Brazil-based beef giant submitted a fresh bid for full control the chicken producer in a deal that could run into antitrust concerns. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 19, 2026

Sazerac buys UK-based canned cocktail brand Au Vodka

The acquisition broadens the BuzzBallz owner's RTD portfolio while opening the door for U.S. expansion.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 18, 2026

Ardagh considers sale of metal beverage can business

The company’s beverage can sales and global volumes were down 1% year over year in its most recent quarter. 

By Maria Rachal • Aug. 18, 2026

Ferrero to buy better-for-you breakfast brand Purely Elizabeth

The deal builds on the Luxembourg-based food giant's $3.1 billion acquisition of cereal maker WK Kellogg in 2025.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 14, 2026

B&G Foods replaces CEO after 5 years

The Ortega and Crisco owner has named Tractor Supply executive Robert Mills to replace Casey Keller.

By Christopher Doering • Updated Aug. 10, 2026

The biggest food M&A deals of 2026 so far

Companies focused on clean-label ingredients and high-protein made up the bulk of acquisition activity as big brands strategically capitalize on new trends.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 5, 2026