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US consumer trust in food safety falls to record low
A Cyclospora outbreak and a series of food recalls has shaken consumer confidence and led to a shift in buying habits, according to Gallup.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 13, 2026 -
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Deep DiveCan WK Kellogg save cereal?
After years of sales declines amid a shift in eating habits, executives at the Froot Loops and Frosted Flakes manufacturer have a plan to give the category a wake-up call.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 13, 2026 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Food Dive
Check out a selection of articles about some of the biggest trends and news — from McCormick’s reformulation strategy to the impact of GLP-1s — shaping the food industry in 2026.
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Sponsored by MarsCrunchy, spicy, protein-packed: How Mars is driving the next era of snacking
While the history of snacking stretches back millennia, the future of snacking? Mars is writing it now.
By Gabrielle Wesley, Chief Marketing Officer, Confectionery, Mars Snacking North America • Oct. 12, 2026 -
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Oterra teams with HowGood to track sustainability of natural colors
As demand for natural dyes grows, companies are investing in environmental reporting metrics common within mainstream ingredients.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 8, 2026 -
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PepsiCo plans cost cuts as North American struggles persist
CEO Ramon Laguarta said the company plans to raise prices on select offerings and evaluate “every cost with aggressive lenses.”
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 8, 2026 -
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Cal-Maine says egg supply is rebalancing
Fewer hatched chicks from breeder eggs and a reduction in U.S. flock are helping ease the current glut, President and CEO Sherman Miller said.
By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 8, 2026 -
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Ghirardelli brings 174-year-old chocolate brand to packaged cookies
The baked good will be pitted against other premium offerings in the nearly $19 billion cookie space, such as Mondelēz’s Tate’s.
By Christopher Doering • Updated Oct. 7, 2026 -
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Mars hikes use of sustainably sourced cocoa, but falls short of 2025 goal
The candy maker’s suppliers sourced 98% of cocoa through a responsible sourcing program last year.
By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 6, 2026 -
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Top food and beverage industry events in 2027
A list of must-attend conferences and trade shows for professionals to keep up with the biggest innovations and consumer trends set to define next year.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 6, 2026 -
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Nutella maker Ferrero building a sweets ‘powerhouse’ in the US
The company is increasing marketing and innovation as it aims to nearly double sales to $20 billion through a portfolio of candies, cereals and more.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 6, 2026 -
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Once Upon a Farm joins crowded kids electrolyte space
The baby brand’s pouch offering, which caters to active children, comes a month after Nestlé’s Gerber entered the pediatric rehydration sector.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 5, 2026 -
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6 food manufacturers talk supply chain tactics
General Mills, Nestlé and more discussed how they are cutting operational costs, navigating uneven freight rates and sharpening demand forecasting at a Barclays conference.
By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 5, 2026 -
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EXCLUSIVEFerrero launches Nutella-filled frozen waffles
The product, set to launch in the U.S. next spring, is meant to be a premium option in a space that has lacked meaningful innovation, an executive said.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 5, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Skittles gives gummies some crunch | Cup Noodles bites back for Halloween
The Mars-owned brand leans into multi-textural experiences with Skittles Gummy Crystals, while the founders of THC cocktail brand Nowadays launch a relaxation-focused functional beverage.
By Food Dive staff • Oct. 2, 2026 -
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Saputo creates ingredients division to capitalize on protein demand
The new business unit comes as the cheesemaker invests to increase production of whey protein amid industry-wide shortages.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 1, 2026 -
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Sunkist Fruit Gems to return after consumer outcry
The gummies, a fixture at Jewish celebrations, will be produced by a new manufacturing partner after Ferrara confirmed it exited a licensing agreement with the citrus co-op.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 1, 2026 -
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Conagra slims down portfolio while investing more in popcorn, meat sticks
The Healthy Choice maker is exiting Celeste frozen pizza as it reviews its business for other brands and SKUs to cut.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 1, 2026 -
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Q&AHow PepsiCo uses chefs to think differently about innovation
The snack giant is tapping into culinary expertise to remain competitive and uncover flavors that will resonate with fickle consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 30, 2026 -
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Sour power: C-stores begin to capitalize on the in-demand flavor profile
Sour food and beverage sales across all retail types jumped 10.8% in dollar terms over the past year, according to Circana.
By Christine Blank • Sept. 30, 2026 -
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California enacts non-ultraprocessed label despite food industry concerns
While the new seal is meant to provide a simple way for consumers to identify healthier options, some worry it could lead to more confusion.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 29, 2026 -
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RFK Jr’s food policy priorities need more resources to implement, FDA nominee says
Heidi Overton said the agency requires more support to enact mandatory GRAS notifications while also remaining open to a federal standard on ingredient regulation.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 29, 2026 -
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Cheez-It flexes with protein-loaded cheese cracker
The Mars-owned brand is the latest to add the nutrient to mainstream snack brands, joining Goldfish, Eggo and Doritos.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 28, 2026 -
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How Mondelēz keeps Mallomars a ‘cultural icon’ after 113 years
The chocolate-coated marshmallow cookie is only available seasonally and in select markets, but it has carved out a valuable niche for the Oreo maker as a steady, dependable performer.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 28, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Hidden Valley Ranch goes dark for Halloween | V8 energizes with electrolytes
The dressing turns black for its first-ever seasonal product, while Ocean Spray positions cranberry as the next pumpkin spice with new innovations.
By Food Dive staff • Sept. 25, 2026 -
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OpinionWhy food rating apps can miss the mark on nutrition
Technology meant to provide more clarity behind the ingredients in food actually deliver confusion, writes the CEO of Perfect Snacks.
By Cara Liebrock • Sept. 24, 2026
