Leftovers: Ferrara chills out with freeze-dried Lemonheads | Truly spills the raspberry tea with ‘Love Island’ star

The candy giant is tapping into the latest TikTok craze, while Hamburger Helper expands its lineup as the brand experiences a “blockbuster resurgence.”

By Food Dive staff • Sept. 19, 2025

Food is health: an emerging superpower in agbioscience innovation

Indiana is well-positioned to lead the Food is Health space with a sizable production in ag-economy and a number of food companies looking to deepen their farmer connection.

By AgriNovus Indiana • Sept. 15, 2025

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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

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Meet FARA® at SupplySide West 2025: Functional solutions for food & nutraceutical innovation

Faravelli at SupplySide West: explore FARA® innovations at Booth 6381—book your meeting now.

Sept. 15, 2025

Coca-Cola aims to help solve the orange juice crisis with AI

The Minute Maid producer is a founding member of an MIT consortium that looks to solve “real-world problems” through artificial intelligence.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 10, 2025

Fueling sales with precision sampling: Experiential marketing as a measurable performance channel

Struggling with sampling ROI? Discover how precision targeting and measurable activations are transforming CPG growth strategies.

Sept. 8, 2025

Lab-grown meat makers sue Texas over ban on cultivated protein

As more states restrict sales, startups Wildtype and Upside Foods argue the laws could threaten the survival of the nascent industry.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 4, 2025

An opportunity to modernize infant formula for the first time in a generation

I strongly believe we’re in a pivotal moment for the future of infant nutrition, and one that will redefine infant formula for generations to come.

By Devon Kuehn, M.D., Chief Medical Officer and Chief Scientific Officer at ByHeart • Sept. 2, 2025

Sunrise Family Farms finds the sweet spot between legacy and growth

“I will not retire until you get me a robot.” It was more than a joke. It was a sign that Sunrise was ready to invest in smarter, more scalable ways of working.

By Brooklyn Kiosow • Sept. 2, 2025

T Hasegawa launches natural citrus flavor technology to improve beverage shelf life

The innovation, called Hasecitrus, allows sports drinks and other products to preserve flavors longer while maintaining clean-label formulations. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 28, 2025

Mars to release Skittles and M&M’s without artificial dyes

The candy giant stopped short of pledging to transition its entire portfolio to natural colors, though said it will offer options under some of its biggest brands.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 14, 2025

Leftovers: Vital Proteins launches ready-to-drink collagen shake | Danone wants to bring Activia to Gen Z

The brand known for its drink mix-ins is launching its first protein shake, while a cocktail mix maker is bringing Bloody Marys to the ketchup aisle.

By Food Dive staff • Aug. 8, 2025

Snickers maker Mars to use gene-editing in pursuit of stable chocolate supply

The candy giant is using Pairwise’s plant-breeding technology to improve cocoa production as climate challenges and disease send prices soaring.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 7, 2025

From Cracker Jack to cutting-edge: Wyandot automates to power the next 90 years

From popcorn to powerhouse: how Wyandot Snacks is using automation to fuel its next chapter.

By Brooklyn Kiosow • Aug. 4, 2025

High coffee prices brew interest in bean-free alternatives

Costs tied to climate change and tariffs could position substitutes made from broken rice or other ingredients as cheaper, more sustainable options.

By Leah Borts-Kuperman • July 31, 2025

Leftovers: Fla-Vor-Ice brightens freeze pops with Crayola | Mission launches chickpea tortillas

The Jel Sert-owned brand’s latest innovation was created by kids, while Tyson Foods launches clean-label chicken nuggets.

By Food Dive staff • July 25, 2025

FDA looks to answer the question: What makes food ultra processed?

A formal definition could shape future regulation, including what can be eligible for school lunches or food assistance benefits.

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 24, 2025

From blind spots to breakthroughs: Why CPG brands are rethinking shelf intelligence

Are blind spots in shelf data costing you sales? Here’s what CPG leaders are doing differently.

By Jacob Blondin • July 21, 2025

Reinventing a classic: How walnut innovation is powering new product development

As demand grows for ingredients that offer both functionality and nutrition, walnuts are stepping into a new spotlight.

By Jennifer Olmstead, Marketing Director, Domestic PR California Walnut Board & Commission • July 21, 2025

Leftovers: Mochi maker scoops up ice cream sandwiches | General Mills mixes up cereal aisle with NFL wide receivers

My/Mochi is capitalizing on Gen-Z's demand for multi-textural experiences, while Ben's Original looks to capture on-the-go consumers with portable rice cups.

By Food Dive staff • July 18, 2025

Trump admin to revoke dozens of food product standards

The move targets regulations aimed at ensuring ingredients and production processes remain consistent with consumer expectations. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 17, 2025

Kraft Heinz, NotCo heat up plant-based mayo with spicy offering

The collaborators are also rolling out a portable cup version of their Kraft NotMac & Cheese. 

By Christopher Doering • July 16, 2025

Transforming complexity into consistency — The FARA® way

FARA© by Faravelli: functional solutions since 1926, now shaping the future of food innovation. 

July 14, 2025

The nonalcoholic spirits segment is blowing up and getting better

As the zero alcohol market continues its upward trajectory, products are improving in standalone quality and variety.

By Amanda Schuster • July 9, 2025

Regenerative agriculture: consumer health and producer wealth

Regenerative agriculture practices promote soil health, which leads to more nutrient-dense food.

July 7, 2025

How Boxed Water is taking the strain out of the line with automation

Not your typical automation story: No CapEx, no layoffs — just smarter palletizing.

By Brooklyn Kiosow • July 7, 2025