Consumers want the ‘plant’ back in plant-based: report

Whole Foods Market forecasted that more companies will focus on using clean ingredients in their products.

By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 1, 2023

‘Startup nation’ at war: How Israel’s food tech sector is handling upheaval

The country has been a hotbed for the tech sector, especially for food, but the Israel-Hamas war has put employee engagement and product development initiatives on hold.

By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 1, 2023

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Inside the functional beverage frenzy

Major companies like PepsiCo and Monster are adding ingredients to boost emotional or physical wellness as consumers demand more out of their drinks.

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Hershey planning ‘higher levels’ of innovation for 2024, CEO says

Michele Buck said new offerings, including the launch of Reese’s Caramel, will play a large role in driving its overall business as well as increasing merchandising at retail.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 1, 2023

Sanderson Farms cleared in blockbuster price-fixing case

A unanimous jury decision exonerated the chicken company in one of the largest antitrust cases involving the poultry industry.

By Nathan Owens • Oct. 30, 2023

Keurig Dr Pepper enters sports hydration with Electrolit partnership

The deal brings the soda, water and coffee giant into the fast-growing $11 billion category that it called “a key white space” for the company.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 26, 2023

ADM rethinks scope of $300M plant-based investment

The market for alternative meat products has struggled with destocking and sluggish consumer demand in the past year.

By Nathan Owens • Oct. 25, 2023

Keurig Dr Pepper to invest $100M in South Carolina coffee facility

The project, which is expected to be completed by 2027, will help the beverage giant expand its coffee roasting and manufacturing capabilities.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 25, 2023

Robotics can help food and beverage companies reach full potential, former Bai COO says

Barak Bar-Cohen, who launched a CPG manufacturing company this year specializing in “variety packs” for snacks and drinks, said his experience at the better-for-you beverage brand fueled his desire to revamp supply chains.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 24, 2023

Campbell Soup’s $2.7B purchase of Sovos delayed after FTC seeks more information

The soup and snacks manufacturer said the acquisition of the Rao’s pasta sauce owner would likely close in mid-2024 instead of this year.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 24, 2023

Inside Post Holdings’ transformation from cereal slinger to a diversified CPG giant

The company's unconventional approach has created a nearly $6 billion operation that has a competitive presence in peanut butter, eggs and pet food.

By Christopher Doering , Jasmine Ye Han • Oct. 23, 2023

The quiet dealmaker: How Post Holdings’ CEO went from selling men’s clothing to closing billion-dollar deals

Rob Vitale’s penchant for M&A and reputation as a strategic thinker has proven to be a shrewd fit for a 128-year-old business once looking to define its future. Nearly a decade in, he’s not done yet.

By Christopher Doering , Shaun Lucas • Oct. 23, 2023

How General Mills refreshed its fruit snack brands to fend off disruptors

Splashier assets and branding experiments seek to help products like Gushers stand out in the social media age, execs said at Advertising Week.

By Peter Adams • Oct. 20, 2023

Ferrara to purchase candy maker Jelly Belly for undisclosed amount

The deal would combine the jelly bean manufacturer with Ferrara’s portfolio of sweets such as Laffy Taffy, Red Hots and Brach’s.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 19, 2023

Tyson Foods partners with insect protein startup to develop ingredient facility

The meat giant will work with Protix to construct a facility dedicated to insect protein items in the U.S., for use in pet food, aquaculture and livestock production.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 18, 2023

JM Smucker selling 4 condiment brands to TreeHouse Foods for $20M

Both CPGs have had a busy year buying and selling assets to focus their portfolios and gain scale in faster-growing categories.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 18, 2023

Turkey prices could fall as Thanksgiving nears, but bird flu reemergence threatens flocks

Consumers will likely see lower prices for the holiday staple compared to last fall, according to a report, but the unpredictable avian flu remains a threat.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 11, 2023

Utz to close Pennsylvania factory

The closure is part of broader cost cutting moves across the snack maker’s network, which includes the sale of four sites.

By Joelle Anselmo • Oct. 11, 2023

Guardians of the franchise: Safeguarding success in the competitive landscape

Since launching a new product offers only one chance at success, optimizing it to its fullest potential becomes crucial.

By Katie Fellows • Oct. 11, 2023

Smithfield to close North Carolina pork processing plant

The company said the move would help increase efficiency as the meat industry grapples with tightening margins. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 10, 2023

Cereal giant Post Holdings moves deeper into pet food with $235M acquisition

The purchase of Perfection Pet Foods gives the CPG giant, which entered the animal category for the first time in April, exposure to private-label and co-manufactured products.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 10, 2023

Coca-Cola to sharply cut distribution of Aha sparkling water as sales decline

The company told Food Dive it sees growth potential in the category with its premium brand Topo Chico.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 9, 2023

Nestlé nutritional insight could soon benefit its iconic food brands

A top executive overseeing its vitamins, minerals and supplements segment said there are opportunities to “complement” other parts of the CPG giant’s $103 billion global business.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 5, 2023

Molson Coors looks to premium alcohol in pursuit of aggressive sales growth

The beverage giant, which has expanded its portfolio to include whiskey and ready-to-drink tea, is aiming to get one third of its revenue from upscale offerings.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 4, 2023

Tyson lays off poultry workers in North Carolina

The meat giant is cutting jobs as the industry navigates through a backdrop of volatile prices, inflation and waning demand from high interest rates.

By Nathan Owens • Oct. 4, 2023

WK Kellogg Co CEO says new company sees ‘future beyond cereal’

The newly spun off business, which includes Froot Loops and Rice Krispies, plans to expand into other categories, but will first focus on beefing up its cereal operations.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 4, 2023