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FDA moves toward tougher gluten labeling rules
The agency issued a request for more information that will shape new regulation on ingredient transparency.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 22, 2026 -
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Simply Good Foods brings back former CEO
Joe Scalzo is returning as the Atkins owner faces decreased demand with consumers abandoning low-carb diets in favor of GLP-1s.
By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 21, 2026 -
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TrendlineTop 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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Tapatio hot sauce acquired by private equity firm
The purchase will enable the 55-year-old brand to enter new geographies and distribution channels while boosting innovation.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 20, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Lifeway churns up probiotic butter | Modelo goes nonalcoholic
The kefir maker is capitalizing on demand for premium butters, while Horizon Organic splashes into the fast-growing creamer category.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 16, 2026 -
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Babybel owner partners to put real fruit at center of snack innovation
Bel US will leverage Foodberry’s plant-based coatings to develop products prioritizing nutrition and convenience, beginning with a protein and fruit snack.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 15, 2026 -
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Mission Produce buys avocado rival Calavo in deal worth $430M
The acquisition gives the produce giant a path to enter the ready-made guacamole market and expand its portfolio to include tomatoes and papayas.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 15, 2026 -
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Beyond Meat enters beverage category with protein drinks
Sparkling beverages broaden the company’s ambitions to bring protein to new channels as the alternative meat category struggles.
By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 15, 2026 -
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Save A Lot to remove artificial food dyes from private label products
The grocer’s move reflects an effort by the FDA to eliminate synthetic colors from the nation’s food supply.
By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 13, 2026 -
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Vita Coco flexes back into sports and fitness
The coconut water brand, with more than $500 million in annual sales, is going back to its roots to help boost revenue and attract younger consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 13, 2026 -
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Sponsored by OterraThinking about switching to natural colors? There’s no better time than now
The pace of change in US food and beverage has accelerated as brands increasingly rely on suppliers like Oterra for natural color solutions.
By Andrew Arnold, Head of Communications • Jan. 12, 2026 -
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Sponsored by Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North AmericaFrom misunderstood to mainstream: How MSG is powering the 2026 umami trend
The umami boom is here! See why chefs, food brands and even TikTok creators are embracing MSG.
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Impossible Foods bulks up protein presence with partnership
The plant-based meat company struck a licensing agreement with bread and pasta maker Equii to create products that pair with Impossible’s offerings.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 9, 2026 -
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Good Culture sells majority stake to private-equity firm L Catterton
The deal comes amid strong sales for the company as consumers flock to cottage cheese for its high-protein content.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 9, 2026 -
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ColumnNutri-Grain goes crunchy | Premier Protein launches muffins
Mars-owned Nutri-Grain is tapping into consumer demand for healthier ingredients, while Stone Brewing partners with Hopwtr on an IPA-flavored sparkling water.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 9, 2026 -
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OpinionBrewers can use kosher certifications to win vegan, vegetarian consumers
Labeling items for kosher standards, such as avoiding shellfish and dairy, could also benefit those with dietary restrictions and allergies, writes Moshe Elefant, rabbi and chief operating officer of OU Kosher.
By Moshe Elefant • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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Deep DiveThe food and beverage trends to watch in 2026
Companies are leaning on innovation, M&A and healthier options to navigate sometimes contradictory consumer preferences.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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US dietary guidelines tell Americans to avoid highly processed foods
The Trump administration is overhauling federal dietary advice to align with some MAHA priorities.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated Jan. 7, 2026 -
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Hershey gives Shaq-A-Licious some game with multi-textured gummy
New gummy balls coated in crunchy candies encourage consumers to play with their food while mixing and matching flavors.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 7, 2026 -
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Can schools handle federal calls for fewer ultraprocessed foods?
Some 95% of school nutrition directors are concerned about the financial sustainability of their meal programs, School Nutrition Association data shows.
By Anna Merod • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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West Virginia artificial dye ban temporarily blocked by court
The ruling is a setback for the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, which has pushed ingredient restrictions in states.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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SNAP consumers outspend other grocery shoppers, data shows
Participants in the federal nutrition assistance program also overwhelmingly direct their benefits to name brands, according to a report from Circana.
By Sam Silverstein • Dec. 23, 2025 -
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Laird Superfood grows health and wellness portfolio with $39M acquisition
The purchase of Navitas’ organic offerings will give the functional coffee and creamer producer a deeper presence in nutritional products while increasing the company’s reach in retail.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 22, 2025 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Ritz embraces sweet and salty | Stoli spices up vodka
The Mondelēz brand is introducing Drizzled Minis to “push the boundaries of what a cracker can be," while Laird Superfood rolls out new innovations for health-conscious consumers.
By Food Dive staff • Dec. 19, 2025 -
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How MAHA transformed the food industry in 2025
Lawmakers capitalized on anxieties around ultraprocessed ingredients to introduce new regulations, with companies choosing to reformulate or fight back.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 18, 2025 -
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OpinionTaste no longer trumps all: How functional foods are changing the rules on flavor
As wellness culture is shaping everyday choices, people are more willing to trade indulgence for ingredients that promise health benefits, writes Patricia Manos of Curion.
By Patricia Manos • Dec. 18, 2025
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