Ingredients
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Q&AAhold Delhaize USA’s head of private label talks strategy
Abby Cook, the grocer’s newly appointed SVP of Own Brands, shares why its store brands continue to outpace the rest of its assortment in sales and volume.
By Peyton Bigora • June 3, 2026 -
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Hershey sees s’mores catching fire with more consumers
The gooey campfire staple is a “significant and growing piece” for the company’s namesake chocolate brand, generating nearly $250 million annually, a top executive said.
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TrendlineGetting reformulation right: How food companies are rethinking ingredients to meet consumer demand
Ingredient suppliers and companies like PepsiCo and Conagra are working closer together to overhaul brands to cater to a rise in healthy eating and expanding GLP-1 use.
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OpinionThe new rules: How functional foods are redefining CPG brand leadership
As nutrition becomes more important, companies will need to rethink their messaging on what actually makes their products better-for-you.
By Jon Shapiro • June 2, 2026 -
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Spam thinks outside the can in expansion to sushi and hotdogs
The Hormel-owned brand, which has reported record sales for most of the last decade, is entering new eating occasions as it looks to get more consumers to eat the iconic meat.
By Christopher Doering • June 1, 2026 -
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IFF to sell food ingredients business for $4.3B
The transaction with CVC Capital Partners marks the latest step by IFF to improve growth and boost profitability.
By Christopher Doering • May 29, 2026 -
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Inside ADM’s reformulation hub powering better-for-you innovation
The ingredients giant is working to rapidly create solutions for food makers to address consumer demand for lower sugar, reduced sodium and more protein.
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WK Kellogg adds on-pack nutrition guide to highlight cereal benefits
The SPOONS framework, which will debut on classic products such as Rice Krispies and Corn Flakes, provides information on fiber, protein and sugar content.
By Christopher Doering • May 28, 2026 -
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Splenda owner to buy Equal sweeteners maker
Heartland Food Products will acquire Whole Earth Brands’ Americas business in a deal combining some of the most recognized sugar substitute brands.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 27, 2026 -
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Cactus candies, protein donuts: 5 products highlighting the evolution of snacking
Nutrition and sustainability were key themes at the 2026 Sweets & Snacks Expo, where 1,000 exhibitors from around the world gathered to display their innovations.
By Christopher Doering • May 26, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Bush’s bakes apple pie-flavored beans | Slice splashes into dirty soda
The bean brand is reimagining summer classics, including rocket pop and dill pickle, while Fresca launches an alcoholic soda water for post-workouts.
By Food Dive staff • May 22, 2026 -
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FDA to reassess safety of ‘yoga mat’ chemical in food
The agency will review ADA and chewing gum preservative BHT as it backs away from a plan to prioritize ingredient safety evaluations based on consumer concern.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 21, 2026 -
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Kraft Heinz launches Jell-O line without artificial dyes
The food giant is rejiggling the brand known for its bright colors as part of a broader innovation plan to return the company to growth.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 21, 2026 -
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4 ways Bazooka rethought its supplier strategy in face of tariffs
The candy maker scrapped its volume-for-price playbook and adopted a collaborative approach to sharing the pain.
By Antone Gonsalves • May 21, 2026 -
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Once Upon a Farm soars as parents seek healthier kids’ foods despite inflation
John Foraker, the company’s CEO and co-founder, said consumer demand for better-for-you offerings remains robust even as rising prices prompt shoppers to cut back on spending in other areas.
By Christopher Doering • May 20, 2026 -
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Ring Pop maker Bazooka expands into international flavors with new candy brand
Go Wandr looks to tap into consumer interest in global flavors and textures, starting with a Japan-inspired mochi gummy.
By Laurel Deppen • May 19, 2026 -
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FDA names safety vet acting head of food
Donald Prater will lead the Human Foods Program and replace Kyle Diamantas, who is taking over as department commissioner.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 18, 2026 -
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Grocery inflation hits highest level since mid-2023
Tomato prices were up nearly 40% year over year in April, the quickest rate of inflation among the food-at-home categories that the BLS tracks.
By Sam Silverstein • May 18, 2026 -
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Deep DiveInside Utz’s rise from regional potato chip brand to salty snack juggernaut
The 105-year-old pretzel and chip maker is in the midst of a slow but steady national expansion as it competes with PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay and scores of smaller local brands.
By Christopher Doering • May 18, 2026 -
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PepsiCo’s Muscle Milk flexes rebrand in crowded protein drink space
The reformulated beverage amps up the protein while cutting artificial colors, sweeteners and flavors, positioning it to stand out among competitors like Coca-Cola's Core Power.
By Christopher Doering • May 15, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Welch’s debuts biggest ‘function-forward innovation’ | Mother’s sprinkles Nerds on frosted cookies
A new probiotic-packed yogurt fruit snack looks to answer demand for gut-friendly foods, while Saint James Iced Tea adds its twist to Arnold Palmer.
By Food Dive staff • May 15, 2026 -
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Cargill to launch cocoa-free chocolate in US
NextCoa, made in partnership with Voyage Foods, gives food companies a new option to “future-proof” supply, a Cargill senior product line specialist said.
By Laurel Deppen • May 14, 2026 -
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Ingredion makes $3.7B offer to buy ingredients rival Tate & Lyle
A potential acquisition would expand Ingredion’s position in texture and mouthfeel.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 14, 2026 -
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Sponsored by IFT FIRST Annual Event & ExpoWhy IFT FIRST matters: Where food industry decisions meet food science
Why food industry leaders look to IFT FIRST for science-backed clarity, connection, and action.
By Tracey L. Power, MBA • May 11, 2026 -
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Protein powder shortage threatens America’s biggest food craze
Companies are now grappling with whether to raise prices at a time when consumers are already reeling from a prolonged period of inflation.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 7, 2026 -
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Oterra to scale natural alternative to Red 40 food dye in new partnership
The ingredients supplier is working with biotech firm Debut to offer a replacement for one of the most widely used artificial colors.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 6, 2026
