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How c-stores are capitalizing on Americans’ caffeine obsession
As consumers look to boost energy across the day, brands and retailers are becoming more personalized in their product lineups, according to Circana.
By Christine Blank • March 24, 2026 -
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Unilever in talks to sell food business to McCormick
The deal would be the largest in the flavor giant’s history and create a condiment portfolio that includes Frank’s RedHot and Hellmann’s.
By Christopher Doering • March 20, 2026 -
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TrendlineHow GLP-1s are shaking up snacking
Food companies, including Danone and Nestlé, are adding more protein and changing portion sizes as weight loss medications reshape consumption patterns.
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After funding collapse, what’s next for food startups?
Despite changes in the investment landscape, startups remain “critical” for big food companies to remain competitive, according to Cargill and PepsiCo.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 20, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Clif chews on energy bites | Jimmy Dean bulks up protein offerings
The snack bar brand wants to deepen its presence in the energy space, while craft brewer Dogfish Head bets big on RTD.
By Food Dive staff • March 20, 2026 -
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‘Not all proteins are created equal’: Inside PepsiCo’s approach to functional ingredients
The snacks giant is ensuring that cleaner ingredients don’t compromise taste or color, especially as consumers send mixed messages around what they want.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated March 19, 2026 -
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Q&AHow Mondelēz identifies the next disruptive snacking trends
The Oreo maker’s venture capital arm is prioritizing innovation with better-for-you ingredients, but admits it’s “skeptical” of some emerging health trends.
By Laurel Deppen • March 19, 2026 -
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Campbell’s brings iconic soup name to sauces
A new line set to be released in June comes as more consumers use the CPG giant’s soups as an ingredient in home meals.
By Christopher Doering • March 19, 2026 -
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EXCLUSIVEIngredion leverages AI to advance ingredient discovery
New partnerships with Shiru and Holobiome reflect how the supplier is working to accelerate innovations that support gut health or provide other benefits.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated March 18, 2026 -
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Why Nestlé is betting on ‘huge opportunity’ in frozen food
The business is a "strategically important" part of the company’s growth outlook due to its presence in key areas like convenience, affordability and global cuisine, according to a top executive.
By Christopher Doering • March 18, 2026 -
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Kraft Heinz leans into fiber, protein craze with new mac and cheese
PowerMac, which took nearly a year to develop, is the latest innovation from a major food company looking to turn around sales with trendy ingredients.
By Christopher Doering • March 17, 2026 -
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USDA sued over state SNAP restrictions on candy, soda
Consumers bringing the lawsuit claim that the limits in their five states violate federal law and hurt both shoppers and retailers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 16, 2026 -
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An ‘everyday choice’: Celsius surges as energy drinks become ‘mainstream’
CEO John Fieldly said more consumers are turning to the beverages as a companion to meals, an alcohol alternative and even when taking GLP-1s.
By Christopher Doering • March 16, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Chomps chomps on chicken | Twizzlers sip from dirty soda trend
The fast-growing meat stick brand said the launch marks a “major evolution” for the company, while Surfside owner Stateside Brands releases a sports drink inspired canned cocktail.
By Food Dive staff • March 13, 2026 -
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Reformulation surge prompts Ingredion to reasses how it does business
With more food companies wanting to add protein or create clean-label products, the 120-year-old ingredient supplier has to be more selective about which categories it participates in.
By Christopher Doering • March 12, 2026 -
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OpinionRevisiting the predictions: How have GLP-1s changed the food industry?
Weight loss medications are pushing consumers to become more intentional about what they eat. That has major implications for the future of the sector.
By Bryan Radtke and Jeremy Bartlow • March 12, 2026 -
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Mondelēz rethinks chocolate innovation as high cocoa prices linger
The Toblerone maker is selling more bars with fillings like caramel and nougat while expanding its premium lineup even as commodity costs have come down from record highs.
By Christopher Doering • March 12, 2026 -
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Beyond drops ‘Meat’ from name as it broadens ambitions for plant-based proteins
The change comes as the company enters the beverage space and looks to fulfill “a range of consumer protein needs over time,” according to a spokesperson.
By Christopher Doering • March 6, 2026 -
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Celebrity-studded Caliwater bets cactus is next big wave in hydration
Despite a roster of investors including Demi Lovato and Benson Boone, the brand hopes to scale by focusing its messaging around taste.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated March 9, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: PepsiCo launches protein-packed Doritos | Jack’s Link meat snacks go clean-label
The snacking giant is positioning its portfolio to meet demand for functional ingredients, while Nate’s Honey sweetens nut butters and fruit spreads.
By Food Dive staff • March 6, 2026 -
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Why precision fermentation is set to power the future of food innovation
Florian Schattenmann, Cargill’s chief technology officer, explains how a technology that's been around for decades could help meet fast-growing demand for protein and other specialty ingredients.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 5, 2026 -
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Grocery prices are set to rise in 2026
Prices are projected to increase faster for beef, non-alcoholic beverages and sugar and sweets, according to the USDA.
By Sam Silverstein • March 5, 2026 -
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The challenger brands eating Big Food’s lunch
Insurgent brands such as LesserEvil, Chomps and Kodiak drove 25% of growth in the food sector in 2025, according to Bain & Company.
By Christopher Doering • March 5, 2026 -
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OpinionReese’s didn’t change its chocolate because of corporate greed. It was climate change.
The peanut butter cup inventor's grandson blames Hershey for adjusting its recipe — the real culprit is a broken food system, writes Chiara Cecchini.
By Chiara Cecchini • March 5, 2026 -
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Shoppers’ relationship with frozen foods is getting warmer
The sharp growth in sales in part reflects the difficult economic circumstances facing consumers, according to a report.
By Sam Silverstein • March 3, 2026 -
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OpinionMAHA calls processed food ‘poison’ but dodges regulatory responsibility. That should tell you everything.
The movement opts for public demonization over real action because it knows its ideas have no scientific or legal basis and won't survive court scrutiny, writes Sean McBride.
By Sean McBride • March 3, 2026
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