Grocery

Proposed rules aim to prevent organic fraud and strengthen regulations

In the 20 years since the initial standards were written, the segment has grown substantially, with more complex supply chains and sales worth over $50 billion last year. 

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 06, 2020

With more retail expansions, plant-based meat gets closer to ubiquity

Shoppers at Publix, Walmart and Trader Joe's can now buy Impossible Burgers, while Beyond Meat breaks into Sam's Club and BJ's Warehouse.

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 04, 2020

Deep Dive

Less is more: Why retailers and CPGs are moving toward selling fewer products in stores

As the coronavirus pushes some items off supermarket shelves, the food industry is finding a smaller selection reduces consumer confusion, boosts sales and trims expenses for grocers.

By Christopher Doering • July 20, 2020

Coca-Cola's Fairlife dairy brand expands into ice cream

The move into the frozen treat comes six months after the beverage giant purchased the remaining stake it didn't own in the ultra-filtered milk brand.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 20, 2020

FDA releases food safety blueprint that uses tech to build on FSMA

Tech-enabled traceability, data tools, modernization and strengthening safety culture are ways the agency believes foodborne illnesses can be reduced.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 14, 2020

Plant-based products sell 23% better in the meat section, study finds

The research, done by Kroger and the Plant Based Foods Association, found consumers spent more and got a greater variety of items when the products were not in a separate section.

By Megan Poinski • July 10, 2020

USDA predicts grocery prices will see their largest annual increase since 2011

The average increase of 3% is due in part to the surge in demand for meat, poultry and fish caused by the pandemic.

By Krishna Thakker • June 30, 2020

Most shoppers plan to keep loading their pantries, survey finds

A PwC report found customers are still worried about their safety and until COVID-19 is fully resolved, they plan to continue stocking up and avoiding restaurants.

By Krishna Thakker • June 22, 2020

Deep Dive

Private label prospects brighten as recession hits cash-strapped consumers

Even before the pandemic, sales growth in the sector was forecast to outpace that of national brands for the fourth straight year, according to IRI.

By Christopher Doering • June 17, 2020

Column

Leftovers: Pringles cans Wendy's Baconator; Hormel strives for the perfect chili dog

One of the restaurant's most popular items is turned into limited edition crisps, and a New York butcher has a true no-contact sales strategy.

By Food Dive staff • June 12, 2020

Coronavirus changed 85% of consumers' food habits

The International Food Information Council's annual Food & Health Survey found people still trust the safety of the food system, are turning more to plant protein for health and are influenced by "natural" label claims. 

By Megan Poinski • June 10, 2020

Impossible Foods launches direct-to-consumer site as plant-based sales soar

As the brand expands its retail footprint, consumers can now buy its burgers in bulk package sizes and get them delivered in two days with free shipping. 

By Jessi Devenyns • June 05, 2020

Whole Foods, King Soopers top rankings of plant-based food sellers

According to a report from The Good Food Institute, the two companies had the best overall ranking across all categories including product assortment, merchandising and marketing.

By Krishna Thakker • May 29, 2020

Plant-based food sales outpace growth in other categories during pandemic

Consumer spending in this segment was up 90% over last year in mid-March as shoppers stocked their pantries and freezers, according to SPINS.

By Megan Poinski • May 27, 2020

Apeel Sciences raises $250M in latest funding round

The company said the financing, which gives it a valuation of $1 billion, will allow it to further invest in curtailing food waste and extending the shelf life of products.

By Christopher Doering • May 26, 2020

Peatos challenges snack giant Frito-Lay with its direct-to-consumer site

The launch of BetterSnacks.com comes a week after PepsiCo launched a similar website Snacks.com showcasing Fritos, Cheetos and other brands.

By Jessi Devenyns • May 20, 2020

Tyson Foods to cut some beef prices by as much as 30% this week

As coronavirus disruptions at plants have led to rising costs, the meat giant is lowering prices for ground beef, roasts and other products to help retailers keep it affordable. 

By Lillianna Byington • May 14, 2020

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Why PepsiCo launched 2 new direct-to-consumer sites

Snacks.com and PantryShop.com are part of the company's efforts to meet consumers where they shop, as e-commerce becomes a bigger part of their buying habits. 

By Christopher Doering • May 12, 2020

Impossible Foods moves onto Kroger shelves today

The plant-based meat company's flagship burger product is available at 1,700 locations owned by the nation's largest grocer, increasing Impossible's retail reach to about 2,700 stores nationwide.

By Megan Poinski • May 05, 2020

7 in 10 consumers are buying more frozen food amid pandemic, survey finds

The American Frozen Food Institute expects the category to be in high demand even after the coronavirus crisis subsides, although analysts aren't as sure.

By Jessi Devenyns • April 30, 2020

Half of food companies say coronavirus pandemic will make them stronger

A survey from Mattson showed innovation is continuing and consumers will be ready for new products once the outbreak is over.

By Megan Poinski • April 29, 2020

Cal-Maine accused of price gouging in Texas lawsuit

The country's largest egg producer denies the accusation, saying spikes of about 300% came from "unprecedented retail demand."

By Megan Poinski • April 27, 2020

Opinion

COVID-19 and our food system: What we need to do now

In a world where fear dominates headlines and infects dialogue, Clareo's Scott Bowman writes about three ways to shift from anxiety to action to protect the safety and supply of food.

By Scott Bowman • April 21, 2020

Organic sales are up during the pandemic, but long-term challenges loom

A report from Mercaris found there are risks to the multi-billion dollar market because of threats to consumer income, livestock processing and import challenges.

By Lillianna Byington • April 20, 2020