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Nestlé and Ofi combat cocoa deforestation with regenerative agriculture program
The chocolate giant and ingredients processor plan to plant nearly 3 million trees in growing regions and track its carbon footprint using AI tools.
By Chris Casey • April 24, 2025 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Sip: Boston Beer splashes into vodka lemonade | PepsiCo takes Mountain Dew on a tropical ride
In other beverage news, Eclipse Foods believes its plant-based whole milk is more of a direct replica of dairy milk than other products on the market.
By Chris Casey • April 24, 2025 -
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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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Hershey opens new chocolate plant as part of $1B supply chain upgrade
The facility, which took nearly three years to complete, will process the ingredient for brands such as Reese’s and Kit Kat.
By Christopher Doering • April 23, 2025 -
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FDA asks food industry to phase out artificial dyes
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants companies to voluntarily remove or replace commonly used synthetic colors before the end of 2026.
By Sarah Zimmerman , Christopher Doering • April 22, 2025 -
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Chobani to spend $1.2B on New York dairy processing plant
The 1.4 million-square-foot factory, which will create more than 1,000 jobs, is the largest facility investment in the yogurt giant’s history.
By Christopher Doering • April 22, 2025 -
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OpinionTo win back consumers, food giants need to make better products
As traditional CPGs lose market share to smaller brands, they should worry more about quality and less about cutting costs, writes Tessa Weigand at Curion.
By Tessa Weigand • April 22, 2025 -
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From overlooked to beverage juggernaut: Inside Campbell’s transformation of V8
The CPG manufacturer wants to grow the product into a $1 billion hydration brand by building its presence in everything from energy to cocktails.
By Christopher Doering • April 21, 2025 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Pringles, Miller Lite hit the grill | Kraft Mac & Cheese turns up the heat
Food brands get in the barbecue spirit, while Hormel taps Skippy peanut butter for protein-packed bars.
By Food Dive staff • April 18, 2025 -
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Utz replaces CFO with ex-Tropicana exec
The potato chips maker is eyeing further expansion outside the Northeast market.
By Chris Casey • April 18, 2025 -
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Food industry bristles as states move to ban soda, candy from SNAP
Purchasing restrictions on food assistance benefits have gained steam under the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, but most experts agree they're unlikely to improve health outcomes.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 17, 2025 -
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OpinionBird flu is a recurring risk. It’s time food companies planned for it.
As egg prices remain volatile, businesses should think about embracing alternatives to the protein, writes Emma Ignaszewski of the Good Food Institute.
By Emma Ignaszewski • April 17, 2025 -
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How food giants are embracing AI to forecast recipes, regulatory hurdles
Executives from Kellanova, Ingredion and consumer insights platform Tastewise say innovative tech can help companies stay ahead of the latest trends and potential supply chain headwinds.
By Chris Casey • April 17, 2025 -
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Kraft Heinz enters plant-based desserts with oat milk Jell-O pudding
The food giant has launched several foods that eschew plant-based ingredients including cheese, mayonnaise, hot dogs and mac and cheese.
By Christopher Doering • April 15, 2025 -
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Food manufacturers look to stay agile amid tariff uncertainty
Supply chain leaders from Del Monte Foods and McCormick & Co. said they are making supplier adjustments and contingency plans to weather the storm.
By Nathan Owens • April 11, 2025 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Hershey fills pretzels with Reese’s | Ferrara worms Trolli gummies into ice pops
The candy maker is pairing peanut butter with the salty snack, and Talenti is turning to bakery items as its latest ice cream flavor inspiration.
By Food Dive staff • April 11, 2025 -
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Egg prices hit another record high ahead of Easter
Costs could soon come down as farms report fewer bird flu outbreaks and wholesale prices decrease.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 10, 2025 -
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MycoTechnology’s honey truffle sweetener receives GRAS approval
The mushroom-based ingredients maker said its latest product can amplify caramel and citrus flavors while masking undesirable ones.
By Chris Casey • April 10, 2025 -
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Mondelēz investing $79M in Switzerland Toblerone factory
The snacks maker said the investment will help its goal of becoming the top chocolate company by 2030 and further grow Toblerone within the premium space.
By Christopher Doering • April 10, 2025 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Sip: Monster slams claims that stock is overvalued | Starbucks debuts new energy drink lineup
In other beverage news, Diageo is spicing up its Captain Morgan canned malt cocktails with four ‘sweet heat’ flavors.
By Chris Casey • April 10, 2025 -
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Bazooka Brands opens multimillion-dollar Ring Pop plant
The facility, capable of producing 1.5 million of the candies per day, will help the company meet growing demand for the nostalgic treat.
By Chris Casey • April 9, 2025 -
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Knorr mini meals generating big business for Unilever in the US
As consumers move away from three large meals a day, it’s creating a growth opportunity for a brand best known for side dishes and bouillon.
By Christopher Doering • April 9, 2025 -
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Texas AG investigating Kellogg over ‘unhealthy’ cereal claims
The review comes as President Donald Trump and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pressure food companies to improve their offerings as part of the administration’s Make America Healthy Again initiative.
By Christopher Doering • April 7, 2025 -
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Nestlé brings Maison Perrier sparkling non-alcoholic cocktails to US
The rollout reflects the growing demand for mocktails among consumers wanting to cut back on alcohol without losing the flavor and social aspects.
By Christopher Doering • April 7, 2025 -
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PepsiCo’s Life launches multigrain cereal aimed at family wellness
The debut of the healthier offering, which targets building immunity and healthy bones, comes as the category continues to lose sales.
By Christopher Doering • April 7, 2025 -
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16,000+ food leaders. 1,000+ exhibitors. Endless innovation. IFT FIRST: July 13-16 in Chicago.
By Sara VanWinkle • April 7, 2025
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