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Sponsored by The Ibotta Performance Network
2024 Outlook: Bold predictions for brands and retailers
Get the inside scoop: Experts answer pressing questions and offer bold predictions.
Dec. 4, 2023 -
Exposure doesn’t sway consumers to plant-based meat
A new study from Appetite suggests companies must adopt creative strategies to broaden their consumer base.
By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 30, 2023 -
Trendline
Top 5 stories from Food Dive
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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Tyson debuts $300M highly automated chicken plant
The Virginia facility is one of the food giant's most technologically advanced, and is expected to churn out 4 million pounds of protein a week.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 30, 2023 -
Danone partners on $200M+ accelerator to reduce methane
The yogurt producer is the first corporate sponsor of the Global Methane Hub’s program, which will fund research for solutions that address livestock's effect on emissions.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 28, 2023 -
NASA is helping Hawai’i farmers grow more food with AI
Through the use of machine learning and satellite technology, researchers are working with Maui farmers to address food security and rebuild local agriculture with a focus on local tradition.
By Lauren Liebhaber • Nov. 28, 2023 -
Cultivated meat labeling puzzle could bring legal headaches
Though regulators came to a consensus on what to call the namesake product in 2022, continuing debates over package labeling rules could still create headwinds for players in the space.
By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 27, 2023 -
Sponsored by ProQuo AI
How national brands can retain their edge in times of inflation
As rising inflation is eating away at consumers’ wallets, how can national brands stay attractive?
Nov. 27, 2023 -
Camel milk grows in popularity as functional ingredients surge in demand
While plant-based options have taken over the dairy aisle in recent years, camel milk may be getting attention from more consumers.
By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 16, 2023 -
Beyond Meat in ‘survival mode’ with going-concern risk a possibility, analyst says
A TD Cowen report pointed to several troubling signs for the plant-based pioneer, including loss of market share, struggles to attract and retain consumers, rising debt level and declining sales.
By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 13, 2023 -
How tech, venture capital can help food industry meet 2030 emissions goals
Efforts like feed additives for cattle and implementing solar panels on farms can help producers decrease their carbon footprint, Ceres said in its latest report.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 8, 2023 -
Crowded cultivated meat industry primed for ‘shakeout’
A new financial advisory report predicts a challenging environment for big players in the space leading to consolidation.
By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 7, 2023 -
Ingredion unveils gelling starch for dairy and alternatives
The new ingredient allows formulators of yogurt and plant-based cheese to improve the texture and mouthfeel of their products.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 2, 2023 -
PepsiCo’s Doritos brand creates technology to ‘silence’ its crunch
The software, aimed at gamers annoyed by the sound from other players, used artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze more than 5,000 crunches.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 2, 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 -
Nestlé launches 3 new plant-based fish items as category grows
The European launch of the vegan filets, fingers and nuggets is part of an effort by the company to increase sales of healthier foods.
By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 31, 2023 -
More than half of consumers consider sustainability in food purchases - TetraPak
Although many respondents said they are struggling financially, only 17% indicated a desire to give up purchasing higher-priced food and beverages that are environmentally friendly, organic or healthy.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Dippin’ Dots owner sees bright outlook for the ‘ice cream of the future’
Despite its strong presence in amusement and entertainment venues, the 35-year-old brand has plenty of room to grow by expanding in places such as c-stores and movie theaters.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Sponsored by Masked Owl Technologies
The power of automation in the modern food industry
Today, manufacturers must navigate complex and ever-evolving compliance requirements while still maintaining efficient and cost-effective production lines.
By Alex Pool, President of Masked Owl Technologies • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Bold colors, bespoke flavors drive ADM’s 2024 ingredient trends
With consumers prioritizing affordability, taste and wellness, formulators have the opportunity to use eye-catching aesthetics and unique tastes to capture attention, the report found.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 26, 2023 -
Opinion
How to safely harness generative AI for productivity gains in food and beverage businesses
There’s a lot of promise for the technology, but it could cause more harm than good if it’s not implemented properly.
By Thor Olof Philogène • Oct. 25, 2023 -
Q&A
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 -
Meati makes its move into growing plant-based snack category
The launch of jerky products comes after Beyond Meat unveiled shelf-stable products, heating up competition in the plant-based market.
By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 19, 2023 -
Israeli startup debuts line of whole-cell cultivated berries
Novella co-founder said the company is taking the same concept of lab-grown meat, and applying it to whole plant cells.
By Elizabeth Flood • 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 -
The slow road to retail: How consumers are dictating cultivated meat’s strategy
Consumer acceptance is a major challenge facing the space, and a big reason why Upside Foods and Eat Just are only available at exclusive restaurants.
By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 16, 2023