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Louis Dreyfus building new pea protein facility
An increasing shift to plant-based protein, especially for dairy products, is driving demand for the ingredient.
By Rose Palazzolo • Feb. 8, 2024 -
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USDA Organic changes are coming. What will it mean for farmers and consumers?
Large amendments aimed at enhancing recordkeeping and defining outdoor rules for livestock and poultry will take effect in March.
By Lydia Noyes • Feb. 7, 2024 -
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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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Coke adds first new permanent flavor in several years with Spiced
The beverage giant is also introducing a limited-time beverage under its Creations platform called Happy Tears Zero Sugar, which contains salty minerals.
By Christopher Doering , Peter Adams • Feb. 7, 2024 -
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Surging cocoa prices could lead to Valentine’s Day sticker shock
Supply remains scarce due to heavy rains and the spread of black pod disease in West Africa, according to a recent CoBank report.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 6, 2024 -
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Kraft Heinz debuts first major Crystal Light innovations in more than 10 years
The CPG giant is launching Mixology, Immunity and Energy offerings while redesigning the drink mix’s logo and packaging to help it stand out on shelves.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 6, 2024 -
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Meati Foods names CPG veteran to CFO as company juggles growth, profitability
The appointment of Phil Graves comes amid a slowdown in plant-based sales as cash-strapped consumers watch their spending.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 5, 2024 -
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Health-Ade splashes into prebiotic soda with SunSip launch
The kombucha maker is aiming to become a bigger player in the beverage space with a better-for-you soda that avoids artificial sweeteners.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 5, 2024 -
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Phytolon, Ginkgo Bioworks reach milestone with natural colors
The biotech companies developed a range of yellow to purple hues using yeast fermentation, with the intent of bringing the products to market soon.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 1, 2024 -
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Elmhurst 1925 unveils plant-based sour cream alternative
The dairy-free beverage brand is making its move into more categories with its new squeezable pouch.
By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 1, 2024 -
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PepsiCo brings Fritos into jerky with Jack Link’s partnership
Following a similar launch in 2023 with Doritos, the snack and beverage maker is tapping into opportunities to bring its popular snacking brands into new parts of the store.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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Robert Downey Jr and CPG exec enter $28B coffee category with Happy
The growing popularity of the beverage has brought smaller players into the space and prompted large manufacturers to bulk up their presence through acquisitions.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 30, 2024 -
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Oobli’s low-sugar chocolates hint at promise of sweet protein alternatives
The company also is using its ingredients to help large food producers lower sugar content in products without impacting taste.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 29, 2024 -
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Say cheese! Inside Sargento Foods’ evolution into a $2B dairy giant
The 71-year-old company, once the target of prospective buyers, has stayed independent and prioritized innovation to grow and remain competitive.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 29, 2024 -
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Plant-based casein maker lands first commercial partner
Pureture’s partnership with South Korean dairy manufacturer Namyang “validates the functionality” of its product.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 25, 2024 -
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Oatly and Carvel partner to bring dairy-free flavors to stores nationwide
The self-described “cult classic ice cream shoppe,” will offer oat-based soft serve, scoops, and ice cream sandwiches in 18 states.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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Justin’s turns to healthier ingredients to challenge M&M’s
The organic brand avoids synthetic dyes and artificial sweeteners. It is the first major confectionery launch for the Hormel Foods-owned product in 13 years.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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Deep DiveTwo decades after its founding, Vita Coco is still fighting to silence skeptics
After weathering a demand downturn in coconut water and competition from Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, co-founder Mike Kirban said the brand can still avoid the same fate that doomed other once-trendy drinks.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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Sponsored by MycoTechnologyThe rise of fungi in food innovation: Unveiling the future of sustainable, nutritious and delicious foods
A look at how fungi, mycelia and fermentation offer cutting-edge opportunities for CPGs to deliver on consumer expectations.
Jan. 22, 2024 -
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Yoplait muscles into protein space with new yogurt
The General Mills brand is taking aim at Chobani with its new offerings, designed for consumers seeking an alternative to Greek yogurt.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 19, 2024 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Miller Lite freshens up mint aisle | Organic Valley’s latest milk is a no-brainer
The Molson Coors brand makes an appeal to Dry January participants while rapper Snoop Dogg's Broadus Foods ventures into frozen treats.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 19, 2024 -
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Ingredion partners, invests in startup reducing sugar in juice
The deal allows the startup to accelerate the use of its technology in the U.S. while giving the ingredients giant another tool it can offer its customers looking to cut the sweetener.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 18, 2024 -
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Modern Plant Based Foods taps into caviar craze
The Canadian company’s Vegan Kaviar line aims to fill a gap in the market with a more affordable, plant-based option.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 18, 2024 -
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Coca-Cola’s BodyArmor launches zero sugar offering in battle with Gatorade
The brand is optimistic that the sports drink will win over health-conscious consumers and fill a key void in its portfolio.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 18, 2024 -
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Imagindairy promises to offer animal-free dairy at cost parity
The Israel-based food tech startup acquired its own industrial-scale, precision fermentation production lines focused on alternative dairy ingredients.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 17, 2024 -
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Aleph Farms receives green light from Israel for cultured beef
This is the first time a company has received approval globally to sell a non-chicken cultivated meat product.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 17, 2024
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