Cultivated meat from cows: How Omeat uses plasma to grow beef

The company, which has already raised $40 million from key investors, says it can make products at the same cost as traditional meat.

By Megan Poinski • June 22, 2023

Fourth of July cookouts still more expensive this year despite inflation cooling: Wells Fargo

The banking giant recommends grilling hamburgers and chicken breasts, both of which have seen prices fall slightly in the last 12 months.

By Chris Casey • June 22, 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.

By Food Dive staff

Unilever bulks up premium ice cream with Yasso purchase

The purchase, for an undisclosed amount, brings the fast-growing better-for-you brand under the consumer goods giant’s umbrella.

By Megan Poinski • June 15, 2023

Maker’s Mark owner Beam Suntory inks distribution deal for Mezcal Amarás

The alcohol giant said the partnership, which begins next month, is key to further premiumizing its portfolio and expanding its reach in the fast-growing agave-based spirits category.

By Christopher Doering • June 14, 2023

8 questions with Momofuku CEO Marguerite Zabar Mariscal

The executive talks to Food Dive about her rise from intern to CEO of the popular restaurant group and, more recently, the company’s expanding CPG business.

By Judy McGuire • June 13, 2023

Impossible Foods taps Terry Crews’ agency Super Serious for national campaigns

The promotions see the plant-based brand using humor to adopt a more inclusive and approachable tone.

By Sara Karlovitch • June 12, 2023

From private label to branded offerings: How Flagstone is branching out with Emerald nuts acquisition

In this Q&A, CEO Harry Overly talks about the company’s first foray out of store-brand offerings, its plans for the snacking line and the outlook for future deals.

By Christopher Doering • June 12, 2023

Derek Jeter invests in Meati Foods

The Baseball Hall of Famer will also serve as an adviser to the mycelium meat alternative maker, which is working to expand its steak and chicken analogs to stores nationwide. 

By Megan Poinski • June 12, 2023

Lifeway Foods shareholder blasts CEO and board, calls for sale of the kefir maker

Kanen Wealth Management, which owns 4.1% of the company, claims the board and chief executive are “mis-managing the business” and not looking out for shareholders.

By Christopher Doering • June 8, 2023

TreeHouse Foods buys coffee operations from Farmer Brothers for $100M

The private label company will own a plant with processing capabilities that complement its existing single-serve pod and ready-to-drink coffee businesses.

By Christopher Doering • June 7, 2023

MyForest Foods gets $15M investment and new CEO to continue growth

The funds, which came from parent company Ecovative Design, will be used to drive the further expansion of mycelium bacon and other products.

By Megan Poinski • June 6, 2023

Quorn partners with Prime Roots to help its expansion

The U.K. company that pioneered mycelium for food also invested an undisclosed amount in the deli meat alternative maker.

By Megan Poinski • June 5, 2023

An industry case for the flexitarian diet and shelf-stable plant-based foods

By infiltrating an entirely new sector, companies can experience an increase in sales, recognition and retailer distribution, according to Gregory Banzon, chief operating officer of Century Pacific Food.

By Gregory Banzon • June 5, 2023

Hormel Foods plans further price increases as costs remain elevated

The owner of Jennie-O, Spam and Planters said while additional pricing decisions will help it manage expenses, it’s keeping a close watch on how they impact consumer buying habits.

By Chris Casey • June 2, 2023

Functional non-alcoholic spirits brand Aplós raises $5.5M

The three-year-old startup said it will use the money to build up its retail distribution as many shoppers increasingly look to curtail or cease consuming alcohol.

By Christopher Doering • June 1, 2023

How Givaudan aims to get ahead of future food trends with AI platform

With its new “futurescaping” technology for food and beverage applications, the ingredient company aims to blend artificial and human intelligence to predict upcoming shifts in consumer desire.

By Chris Casey • June 1, 2023

Kellogg’s CIO lays out IT roadmap for company split

The food manufacturing giant will become two separate companies by the end of 2023. That shift brings along technical challenges — and some potential upsides.

By Roberto Torres • June 1, 2023

VC funding for food and beverage plunging amid challenging environment, data shows

During the last four quarters, the amount of money raised and the number of deals have fallen significantly compared to the same period the year before, according to PitchBook.

By Christopher Doering • May 31, 2023

Campbell Soup sells Emerald nuts business to Flagstone Foods for undisclosed amount

The nut-focused brand was an outlier in the CPG giant’s broader snacking business, which includes chips, popcorn, cookies, pretzels and crackers.

By Christopher Doering • May 30, 2023

DouxMatok rebrands to Incredo LTD as it raises $30M

The Israeli company also announced a joint development agreement with Ferrero, which could provide many big opportunities for the sugar reducing ingredient to show its capabilities.

By Megan Poinski • May 24, 2023

Wicked Kitchen buys plant-based raw fish maker Current Foods

The all-stock deal is the CPG company’s second alternative seafood acquisition in eight months, and broadens its holdings in an area primed for growth.

By Megan Poinski • May 23, 2023

Alternative proteins sector is ready for growth as prices drop and expansions are planned

CRB’s new report finds companies now share many of the same concerns as traditional manufacturers, and have been able to solve some cost challenges.

By Megan Poinski • May 16, 2023

Corona owner Constellation Brands takes minority stake in sparkling brand Töst

The investment in the nonalcoholic offering will allow the Mexican beer giant to reach a wider variety of drinking occasions and increase its presence in premium products.

By Christopher Doering • May 15, 2023

Beyond Meat sued by investors who claim they were misled

According to the litigation, the plant-based meat company and its leaders provided an overly optimistic outlook about its growth prospects, causing investors to lose money while a former executive sold his own stock.

By Megan Poinski • May 15, 2023

Organic food sales hit a record in 2022, topping $60B for the first time

The category saw a 4.3% increase last year to $61.7 billion in sales, which the Organic Trade Association said indicates a continued interest from consumers despite economic volatility.

By Chris Casey • May 15, 2023