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Ultra-processed foods make up more than half of Americans’ diet, CDC finds
Burgers, snacks and sweetened beverages remain the primary source of calorie consumption among U.S. adults and children, researchers found.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 7, 2025 -
More states ban soda and ‘junk food’ purchases from SNAP benefits
Varying restrictions add more confusion for food companies already struggling with slowing sales.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 6, 2025 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of InstacartTrendlineTop 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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Deep Dive
How SNAP changes could impact grocers
Retailers are figuring out how to navigate new policies that are tightening participation in the food assistance program and restricting which items customers can buy.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 4, 2025 -
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Kraft Heinz delivers pizza mac and cheese | Hain Celestial expands wellness teas beyond bedtime
The food giant is offering consumers in three iconic pizza cities an early taste, while Progresso grills up BBQ-inspired flavors for its latest soup launch.
By Food Dive staff • Aug. 1, 2025 -
High coffee prices brew interest in bean-free alternatives
Costs tied to climate change and tariffs could position substitutes made from broken rice or other ingredients as cheaper, more sustainable options.
By Leah Borts-Kuperman • July 31, 2025 -
Beverages become essential to consumer wellness routines: report
The success of hydrating and functional drinks is pushing brands to align more with shoppers’ daily health rituals, according to Numerator.
By Amanda Schuster • July 31, 2025 -
Hershey’s Jolly Rancher ropes in success with move away from hard candy
The 76-year-old brand, best known for its bold fruit flavors, is reporting explosive growth from innovations such as gummies and freeze-dried sweets.
By Christopher Doering • July 31, 2025 -
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Leftovers: Fla-Vor-Ice brightens freeze pops with Crayola | Mission launches chickpea tortillas
The Jel Sert-owned brand’s latest innovation was created by kids, while Tyson Foods launches clean-label chicken nuggets.
By Food Dive staff • July 25, 2025 -
FDA looks to answer the question: What makes food ultra processed?
A formal definition could shape future regulation, including what can be eligible for school lunches or food assistance benefits.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 24, 2025 -
How GLP-1 weight loss drugs are reshaping the food industry
The appetite-suppressing medications reduce consumption of processed and sugary foods, creating new risks and opportunities.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 24, 2025 -
Hershey to raise candy prices by double digits amid elevated cocoa costs
The Reese’s maker said the “unprecedented cost” of the commodity is impacting many of its top sweet brands.
By Christopher Doering • July 23, 2025 -
Coca-Cola to sell cane sugar version of its signature cola in US
The announcement comes a week after President Donald Trump claimed he persuaded the beverage giant to replace high fructose corn syrup in its sodas.
By Christopher Doering • July 22, 2025 -
PepsiCo launching prebiotic versions of its namesake soda
The colas will debut online this fall and in stores next year as the beverage giant aims to attract health-conscious consumers back to its Pepsi brand.
By Christopher Doering • July 21, 2025 -
US installs 17% tariff on tomatoes from Mexico
The action came after the Commerce Department ended an agreement favored by U.S. distributors and importers.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 21, 2025 -
Liquid Death to launch energy drinks, entering $23B category
With the release of Sparkling Energy, the edgy brand known for its tagline “Murder your thirst” will expand into its fourth beverage segment.
By Christopher Doering • July 21, 2025 -
Froot Loops maker WK Kellogg to remove artificial colors
The cereal giant is the latest food company to end the use of synthetic dyes amid mounting pressure from the White House.
By Christopher Doering • July 21, 2025 -
Food industry pushes traceability rule changes amid Trump deregulation effort
FMI is asking the administration for more flexibility on the Food Traceability Rule and to withdraw proposed front-of-pack nutrition label standards.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 21, 2025 -
Sponsored by California Walnut Board
Reinventing a classic: How walnut innovation is powering new product development
As demand grows for ingredients that offer both functionality and nutrition, walnuts are stepping into a new spotlight.
By Jennifer Olmstead, Marketing Director, Domestic PR California Walnut Board & Commission • July 21, 2025 -
PepsiCo to launch Cheetos and Doritos versions without artificial colors, flavors
The snacking and beverage giant also plans to rebrand Lay’s and Tostitos to highlight a simple ingredient list and a lack of synthetic additives.
By Christopher Doering • July 18, 2025 -
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Leftovers: Mochi maker scoops up ice cream sandwiches | General Mills mixes up cereal aisle with NFL wide receivers
My/Mochi is capitalizing on Gen-Z's demand for multi-textural experiences, while Ben's Original looks to capture on-the-go consumers with portable rice cups.
By Food Dive staff • July 18, 2025 -
Trump admin to revoke dozens of food product standards
The move targets regulations aimed at ensuring ingredients and production processes remain consistent with consumer expectations.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 17, 2025 -
Texas investigating Skittles maker Mars for failing to remove artificial food dyes
The attorney general’s office is looking into whether the candy maker violated consumers' rights by failing to live up to a 2016 pledge.
By Christopher Doering • July 17, 2025 -
Trump says Coca-Cola to use cane sugar in namesake beverage
The soda giant stopped short of confirming the president’s claim, noting only that new innovations “will be shared soon.”
By Christopher Doering • July 17, 2025 -
Kraft Heinz, NotCo heat up plant-based mayo with spicy offering
The collaborators are also rolling out a portable cup version of their Kraft NotMac & Cheese.
By Christopher Doering • July 16, 2025 -
Trump administration sues California over egg prices
Animal welfare laws in the state have caused egg prices across the U.S. to rise and are unconstitutional, the Justice Department claimed in a lawsuit.
By Sam Silverstein • July 16, 2025