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Inside the race to save Florida’s oranges
The state’s citrus industry is expecting one of its lowest production levels on record after recent hurricanes. But promising new science to address a devastating tree disease is giving growers hope.
By Leah Borts-Kuperman • Jan. 2, 2025 -
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The Weekly Sip: Nonalcoholic brands pour hope into Dry January
Producers such as Heineken, Giesen 0% wines and Free Spirits are promoting their alcohol-free beverages as more consumers moderate their drinking.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 2, 2025 -
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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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A food guide to shrinking the climate crisis
Mark Easter, a Colorado State University researcher, examines the impact on everything from cover crops and shellfish to meat and dairy by focusing on one ingredient and crop at a time.
By David Silverberg • Jan. 2, 2025 -
5 ‘disruptive’ trends in ingredients and flavors for 2025
Using AI to analyze social media, recipes, menus and shopping patterns, Tastewise predicts consumers will be looking for bold flavors like Hawaij and black lime.
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Nestlé launches drink that suppresses hunger, promotes GLP-1 production
The Boost pre-meal beverage is the latest offering from the global food giant that taps into the growing popularity of weight loss drugs.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 18, 2024 -
How Grillo’s Pickles holds onto niche status while nabbing Big Food collabs
A top executive said the company, which recently launched a Bloody Mary mix with The Campbell’s Company’s V8, is maintaining its authenticity by being selective about its partnerships.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 18, 2024 -
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Babybel cheese producer improves supply chain planning with AI
Bel Group deployed Kinaxis Maestro software across its operations to improve disruption mitigation, shelf-life management and distribution optimization.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 17, 2024 -
Sausage maker cited by OSHA three years in a row
Dean Sausage Co.'s latest safety and hazard violations at its Alabama meat processing facility led to $103,000 in fines.
By Joelle Anselmo • Dec. 17, 2024 -
Post Holdings egg business impacted by bird flu as prices rise
The company’s Michael Foods subsidiary lost 4.5 million birds from a third-party facility, adding to a large uptick in cases across U.S. poultry operations over the past few months.
By Nathan Owens • Dec. 16, 2024 -
General Mills boosts protein levels in new Cheerios
The CPG giant is turning to the nutrient to help keep the legacy brand relevant as many consumers ditch cereal for other breakfast alternatives.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 16, 2024 -
Nostalgic Jolt Cola returning to shelves as an energy drink
The beverage, popular in the 1980s and 1990s, is nearly tripling its caffeine content, ditching sugar and adding functional benefits in demand with today’s consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 16, 2024 -
Conagra Brands adds ‘GLP-1 friendly’ label to some Healthy Choice meals
The marketing initiative touts the protein and fiber content, which appeals to consumers taking weight-loss medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 16, 2024 -
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Leftovers: Snack Factory mixes popcorn and pretzels | Ritz Bits introduces first new flavor in a decade
The Campbell’s Company brand wants to disrupt the $30 billion salty snacks category with Pop’ums, while Mondelēz International’s classic round cracker debuts a Spicy Queso flavor.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 13, 2024 -
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Ingredients in Focus: Jackfruit
The hefty, meaty fruit native to South Asia is gaining traction among consumers and CPGs.
By Jesse Klein • Dec. 12, 2024 -
Oobli earns FDA GRAS status for monellin
The global sweet protein platform plans to expand its offerings, which have the potential to replace more than 70% of sugar in the majority of food and beverages.
By Jesse Klein • Dec. 12, 2024 -
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The Weekly Sip: ‘Call Her Daddy’ podcast host debuts hydration drink | Molson Coors doubles down on Banquet
In other beverage news, Suntory takes inspiration from a lemon-lime Tokyo bar cocktail for its latest RTD launch.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 12, 2024 -
Unilever CFO sees 7.5% pay boost for new procurement, tech responsibilities
Fernando Fernandez will receive a pay bump to take control of supply chain and tech as the CPG company navigates the separation of its $19.5 billion ice cream business.
By Grace Noto • Dec. 12, 2024 -
Deep Dive
From restaurant to retail: How Michelin-starred brands are infiltrating the grocery store
The channel provides establishments such as Momofuku and Carbone with new revenue streams and an opportunity to reach additional consumers.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 11, 2024 -
Unilever finds its fast-growing Talenti line is anything but vanilla
Behind innovative flavors such as Alphonso Mango Sorbetto and Caramel Cookie Crunch Gelato, sales have nearly doubled since 2014, outpacing the broader ice cream category.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 10, 2024 -
US to test national milk supply amid bird flu concerns
The federal order allows the USDA to test samples of unpasteurized milk from all farms, transporters and facilities as officials look to contain an expanding outbreak.
By Nathan Owens • Dec. 9, 2024 -
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PepsiCo’s ‘we can’t do it alone’ thinking prompts food giant to look for outside help
The snack manufacturer's Culinary Advisory Board consists of chefs, culinary scientists and restaurateurs, to assist in creating new products and provide feedback on its offerings and strategy.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 9, 2024 -
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Leftovers: Pam cooking spray gets air fryer upgrade | Hormel shakes up chili seasoning
The Conagra brand adopted a formula designed for the popular appliance, and Amy’s Kitchen brings a tofu scramble line to the freezer section.
By Food Dive staff • Dec. 6, 2024 -
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Ingredients in Focus: Macadamias
The seed, which is a good source of vitamins, minerals, fiber and monounsaturated fats, has grown in popularity among consumers looking for healthier snacks.
By Jennifer Lawinski • Dec. 5, 2024 -
Clean food ingredients could be the next frontier in skincare
Consumers are turning to everything from collagen and antioxidants to kefir cultures as they look to improve their appearance.
By Jesse Klein • Dec. 5, 2024 -
Mondelēz VC arm invests in cocoa-tech company Celleste Bio
The Cadbury and Toblerone maker was among the investors who participated in a $4.5 million financing round for the developer of cell-cultured cocoa.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 5, 2024