French ingredients supplier Solina expands further into US with seasoning acquisitions

The company wants to become a “one-stop shop” for dry and liquid flavors following the purchase of Sokol Custom Food Ingredients and Advanced Food Systems.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 13, 2025

Olipop valued at nearly $2B following latest funding round

The prebiotic soda offering is the top non-alcoholic brand in the U.S. by dollar sales and unit growth, according to the company.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 12, 2025

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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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Wonder bread owner Flowers Foods positioned to weather GLP-1 uncertainty, CEO says

Ryals McMullian noted consumers are moving away from traditional white and wheat bread into organic, keto, gluten-free and premium areas.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 12, 2025

JBS spends $200M to expand US beef production

The investment by the Brazil-based meat giant comes as it prepares for a rebound in the cattle supply after a period of contraction. 

By Chris Casey • Feb. 10, 2025

Ball buys Florida can maker, plans Oregon plant

The packaging company is gaining a Southeast facility through a $160 million deal and will build a plant in the Pacific Northwest to better align with customer needs.

By Maria Rachal • Feb. 7, 2025

Guinness owner Diageo says it could lose $200M in profits from tariffs

The company is warning investors of the potential impact — if tariffs take effect next month — on the spirits business’ bottom line.

By Chris Casey • Feb. 5, 2025

PepsiCo to focus on value, healthier offerings amid slump in snacks

CEO Ramon Laguarta said the Doritos maker hasn’t seen a “direct impact” from GLP-1 medications despite higher consumer interest in health and wellness.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 5, 2025

Heinz teams with hip-hop hitmaker Mustard for new product, campaign

The marketer launched the culturally minded — and perhaps overdue — campaign with a spot that aired during the Grammy Awards.

By Chris Kelly • Feb. 4, 2025

Mexican beer, Kentucky bourbon: Alcohol caught in the crosshairs of Trump tariff threats

A brewing North American trade war could raise prices of iconic brands like Modelo and Don Julio.

By Chris Casey • Feb. 4, 2025

JM Smucker to divest some sweets brands for $40M as it focuses on Hostess

The sale of the Cloverhill and Big Texas brands, as well as certain private-label products, also will help cut costs and reduce complexity across its manufacturing network.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 3, 2025

Slice Soda returns to shelves as healthier offering

The beverage, once owned by PepsiCo, is tapping into consumer interest in nostalgia and better-for-you products made with real ingredients, probiotics and low amounts of sugar. 

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 28, 2025

Ferrero buys protein snack company Power Crunch

The purchase expands the Nutella maker's presence in the better-for-you category while increasing its U.S. footprint. 

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 24, 2025

Inside the evolution of Danone’s Stōk

The fast-growing beverage has expanded into a cappuccino-inspired cold brew, seasonal flavors and energy, bringing new usage occasions and consumers to the brand.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 22, 2025

Private label sales hit record $271B in 2024

All 10 food and nonedible departments tracked by Circana showed store brand dollar growth over 2023, a new report found.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 21, 2025

Molson Coors refuses bid by Leinenkugel’s family to buy back plant

The Coors Light producer said it plans to use the Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, facility as a pilot brewery.

By Chris Casey • Jan. 21, 2025

The changing habits of value-driven shoppers

Discover how inflation is reshaping shopper habits and what brands can do to stay relevant in 2025.

By April Masters, Senior Content Marketing Manager, RRD • Jan. 21, 2025

Spindrift names former Boston Beer head as CEO, sells majority stake to PE firm

The 15-year-old brand has become popular with consumers who are lowering their sugar intake while prioritizing recognizable ingredients — all without sacrificing a fizzy mouthfeel.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 16, 2025

Anheuser-Busch to launch energy drink through Dana White-backed partnership

Phorm Energy, a collaboration with sports nutrition and supplements company 1st Phorm, is expected to debut this summer. 

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 16, 2025

Jack Daniel’s owner to close barrel-making plant, cut more than 600 jobs

The restructuring by Brown-Forman, which is expected to generate up to $80 million in annual savings, comes as inflation and changing consumer tastes cut into spirits sales.

By Chris Casey • Jan. 16, 2025

Constellation Brands pins hopes on Mexican beers as spirits sales decline

As uncertainty looms around potential tariffs, the brewer’s CEO expressed optimism about the outlook for Modelo, Corona and Pacifico.

By Chris Casey • Jan. 14, 2025

Keurig Dr Pepper creates energy drink exec role in leadership refresh

The company also named Eric Gorli as president of its $9 billion U.S. refreshment beverage operation, which includes soft drinks, tea and water.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 14, 2025

Hormel Foods CEO to retire after 36 years with the Spam maker

The departure of James Snee, who took over the top post in 2016, is the third leader from a major food company to announce they are leaving since December.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 14, 2025

Hershey names new executives to oversee confection, salty snacks

Andrew Archambault, joining from Keurig Dr Pepper, will oversee its sweets business, while company veteran Veronica Villasenor will run brands like Dot’s and SkinnyPop.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 13, 2025

Louis Dreyfus buys BASF’s food and health ingredients business

The food processor seeks to dominate the plant-based space while chemical producer BASF shifts its focus to other areas.

By Chris Casey • Jan. 9, 2025

Wonder bread owner buys Simple Mills for $795M

Flower Foods' purchase of the better-for-you snack maker is meant to improve its growth prospects while diversifying its portfolio with the addition of crackers, cookies, snack bars and baking mixes.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 9, 2025