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General Mills doubles vitamin D in cereals following FDA ruling
The move to include more of the nutrient in products like Cheerios and Cinnamon Toast Crunch comes after Kellogg petitioned the government department to increase the amount allowed in consumer products.
By Chris Casey • July 20, 2023 -
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Nestlé debuts ‘breakthrough’ technology that reduces sugars in key ingredients
The CPG giant said it developed an enzymatic process that cuts intrinsic levels of the sweetener in ingredients such as malt, milk and fruit juices by up to 30%, with a minimal impact on taste and texture.
By Christopher Doering • July 20, 2023 -
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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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How AI is driving supply chain advancements for food manufacturers
CPG companies can use the technology to see which investments are most effective — particularly with product development and sustainability.
By Chris Casey • July 19, 2023 -
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Cargill aims to help beef producers curtail emissions
The meat giant said its new framework helps producers quantify, audit and verify methane emitted by cows, which could drive down production of the greenhouse gas.
By Chris Casey • July 18, 2023 -
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Russia seizes Danone assets, upending dairy giant’s exit from the country
Brewing company Carlsberg also lost control of its subsidiary as Russia makes it harder for Western companies to offload operations.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 18, 2023 -
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DOJ fails to block US Sugar’s $315M purchase of Imperial Sugar
An appeals court in Philadelphia said the government failed to prove the purchase, first announced in 2021, would raise prices for U.S. consumers and businesses.
By Chris Casey • July 17, 2023 -
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Beyond Stack Burger will hit shelves this summer
The retail launch comes in time to ride the smash burger popularity and adds yet another product to the plant-based company’s lineup.
By Rose Palazzolo • July 17, 2023 -
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Sponsored by HanamarukiTradition to innovation: Liquid Shio Koji is a versatile ingredient for chefs
The latest spin on an age-old Japanese fermentation process is proving to be a critical time-saver.
July 17, 2023 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Hostess combines Ding Dongs and Twinkies | Harpoon debuts THC-based beverage
The snack maker is fusing two of its most popular items, and Carbone is spicing up its pasta sauce line with an offering based on a popular dish from its New York City restaurant.
By Food Dive staff • July 14, 2023 -
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Aspartame may cause cancer, but is safe within specific limits - WHO says
Conflicting information from two groups at the health organization is likely to sow further confusion over whether it’s safe to consume the sugar alternative used in about 6,000 products globally.
By Christopher Doering • July 14, 2023 -
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Best known for injera, the tiny teff grain aims to sow a big future
Proponents of the ingredient, which needs less water to grow and is gluten-free, are aiming to expand its use in crackers, chips, breakfast cereals and pasta.
By Christopher Doering • July 13, 2023 -
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Traceability company Oritain raises $57M to spur growth
Food and beverage producers, such as A2 Milk and Nestlé’s Nescafe, depend on the firm to assure customers that the items they purchase are genuine and sourced ethically.
By Christopher Doering • July 12, 2023 -
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General Mills leans into weight loss foods with protein and ‘good calories’
The CPG giant’s chief innovation technology officer told Food Dive products such as Cheerios Oat Crunch and Progresso soups help consumers reach their nutritional goals while also satisfying their comfort food needs.
By Chris Casey • July 11, 2023 -
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Insect protein company Ynsect names insider as CEO
Shankar Krishnamoorthy, who joined the company in 2021, takes over from co-founder Antoine Hubert. He will be responsible for overseeing the expansion of the fast-growing business.
By Christopher Doering • July 10, 2023 -
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The top Ingredients stories of 2023 (so far)
As companies grapple with a diverse set of outside challenges, their focus has turned internally toward innovation, AI and upcycling.
By Food Dive staff • July 10, 2023 -
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Upcycled chicken producer Do Good Foods files for bankruptcy
The two-year-old company is the latest food business to file in the last month, following AeroFarms and Tattooed Chef, as upstarts struggle with a challenging economic environment.
By Chris Casey • July 10, 2023 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Pepsi puts pineapple on top; Pillsbury stuffs banana bread in a tube
The CPG beverage giant is rolling out the exclusive flavor at Little Caesars locations, and Peak State is debuting coffee made with adaptogenic mushrooms.
By Food Dive staff • July 7, 2023 -
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Breeders close to commercial-ready tomatoes with high disease resistance
Partners NRGene and Philoseed said early adopter tests show positive results against Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus.
By Nathan Owens • July 5, 2023 -
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Tyson drops ‘no antibiotics ever’ label on chicken products
The poultry giant said it is reinstating the use of some antibiotics, but not ones that are “important to human medicine.”
By Chris Casey • July 5, 2023 -
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Mars to buy healthy meal maker Kevin’s Natural Foods for an undisclosed amount
The fast-growing startup, which makes chef-inspired sous-vide meals, sides and sauces using whole foods and simple ingredients, will continue to operate as a standalone business.
By Christopher Doering • July 5, 2023 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Sonic drives tots into freezer aisle | Kerrygold spreads savory butter flavors
The fast food chain is bringing its popular item to retail for the first time, and Takis satisfies Gen Z’s desire for flavorful snacks with a Dragon Sweet Chili offering.
By Food Dive staff • June 30, 2023 -
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Equal sweetener owner Whole Earth receives buyout offer of $4 per share
Martin Franklin, who already owns 21% of the business, would combine it with Royal Oak Enterprises, a maker of charcoal. Whole Earth pledged to review the offer.
By Christopher Doering • June 29, 2023 -
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McCormick & Co. names insider Brendan Foley as CEO
The CPG veteran, who joined the flavor and spice company in 2014 and most recently served as its COO, will take over on Sept. 1 from outgoing chief Lawrence Kurzius.
By Christopher Doering • June 29, 2023 -
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Food waste solutions must not shy away from processing, IFT says
The group said technology needs to play a larger role if efforts to reduce the 1 billion tons of food lost each year are going to be successful.
By Chris Casey • June 28, 2023 -
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Oreo and Super Mario team up to defeat Bowser with limited-edition cookie
The Mondelēz brand and Nintendo franchise are releasing 16 limited-edition cookie embossments, with Bowser being the most rare.
By Sara Karlovitch • June 27, 2023
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