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Kraft Heinz to remove artificial colors in US products by end of 2027
The Jell-O and Crystal Light maker estimated nearly 90% of its American portfolio by net sales are already free of synthetic dyes.
By Christopher Doering • June 17, 2025 -
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Tilray wants to light up US market for hemp-derived drinks
As traditional cannabis and alcohol sales slow, the company is marketing beverages with low THC as a way to help consumers unwind without getting drunk or high.
By Chris Casey • June 17, 2025 -
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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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Why Corn Nuts is a ‘diamond-in-the-rough’ for Hormel Foods
The food maker has taken the snack into new retail channels and accelerated innovation after it was acquired as part of a $3.35 billion deal with Kraft Heinz.
By Christopher Doering • June 16, 2025 -
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Soccer star David Beckham launches honey-based fruit snacks brand
Beeup gives consumers a natural energy boost free from GMOs and artificial ingredients as the product aims to disrupt the $53 billion snacks market.
By Christopher Doering • June 16, 2025 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Cheez-It links with Wendy’s on Baconator cracker | Blue Moon debuts a craft beer lip balm
The snacking and fast food giants are bringing the flavor of applewood bacon to the popular snack, while Noosa stirs things up with new yogurt mix-ins.
By Food Dive staff • June 13, 2025 -
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Lab-grown salmon receives FDA approval
The cell-grown fish from Wildtype, which will be available in a fine-dining restaurant, marks the first time cultivated seafood has been greenlit for public consumption.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 12, 2025 -
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King’s Hawaiian owner to build $54M pickle factory
Irresistible Foods Group is expanding operations for its Grillo’s brand as pickle mania sweeps the U.S.
By Nathan Owens • June 11, 2025 -
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Food tech investments slow as AI grabs venture capital attention
Despite the barren funding landscape, there has been some traction for early-stage alternative protein startups, according to a Pitchbook report.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 10, 2025 -
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Q&A‘The world has changed’: PepsiCo CSO explains sustainability goal reset
The company isn’t backing away from sustainability, just changing its strategy, according to Chief Sustainability Officer Jim Andrew.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 9, 2025 -
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How Nerds Gummy Clusters became the candy aisle’s biggest hit
With sales nearing $1 billion, the once-unloved candy under Nestlé has thrived under new owner Ferrara, overtaking Skittles to become the top sugar confection on the market.
By Christopher Doering • June 9, 2025 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Oreo releases a Selena Gomez cookie | Snack Factory heads to the campfire
Plus, Kodiak enters the frozen aisle with protein-packed breakfast sandwiches.
By Food Dive staff • June 6, 2025 -
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Natural flavor producer accelerates expansion amid race to remove artificial dyes
California-based Custom Flavors is doubling its production capacity as ingredients suppliers look to meet surging demand for synthetic color alternatives.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 5, 2025 -
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Snack foods would need warning labels under Texas bill
Food manufacturers using certain dyes and additives would have to disclose a product has ingredients “not safe for human consumption.”
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 5, 2025 -
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Nestlé brings rare spark to frozen pizza space with wood-fired DiGiorno
In the first major innovation for the category in a decade, the new offering caters to consumers who want premium products and restaurant experiences at home.
By Christopher Doering • June 5, 2025 -
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Q&AHow inflation and tariffs are impacting innovation at Hershey
From stand-up packaging to store displays featuring its sweet and salty products, the snacks maker is turning to creative ideas to boost sales and lessen the impact of external challenges.
By Christopher Doering • June 4, 2025 -
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Mondelēz invests in compostable packaging, regenerative agriculture
The Oreo maker’s investments come as a sales downturn pushes other food companies to reassess climate and innovation commitments.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 3, 2025 -
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Candy makers worry timeline to remove artificial dyes too ‘aggressive’
Some of the industry's biggest players say the FDA's deadline to switch to natural colors may not be feasible due to supply constraints and other challenges.
By Christopher Doering • June 2, 2025 -
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MAHA report puts target on ultraprocessed foods
A White House report claims a combination of chemicals and additives contribute to negative health outcomes, potentially signaling future changes to regulatory science.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 29, 2025 -
Trump tariffs back in effect after appeals court pauses ruling
A lower court had struck down the majority of the president’s sweeping tariffs, saying the administration overstepped its authority.
By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 30, 2025 -
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Töst aims to reach moderate drinkers with sophisticated mocktails
The Constellation-backed brand is targeting Gen Z and other young consumers who are cutting back on alcohol, but not entirely quitting.
By Chris Casey • May 28, 2025 -
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PepsiCo ditches some climate targets as it resets sustainability goals
The food and beverage giant said it is being more “pragmatic” about where it can deliver the most impact.
By Katie Pyzyk , Sarah Zimmerman • May 27, 2025 -
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Crisco owner B&G Foods sells tomato brands amid efforts to reshape portfolio
The New Jersey company has been on a selling spree in recent years to streamline its focus and reduce debt.
By Christopher Doering • May 27, 2025 -
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Explore best practices for sourcing high-quality ingredients, implementing food quality control protocols and ensuring product consistency for your latest innovations.
May 27, 2025 -
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Darling forms $1.5B collagen ingredients venture amid health and wellness boom
The company is positioning collagen as the next big functional ingredient in food, similar to protein or probiotics.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 22, 2025 -
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Campbell’s V8 launches powdered energy drink mixes
The product gives the brand another way to reach consumers and a deeper presence in the $3 billion drink enhancers category.
By Christopher Doering • May 21, 2025
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