Innovation

  • A package of Bazooka Brands' new Go Wandr product.
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    Ring Pop maker Bazooka expands into international flavors with new candy brand

    Go Wandr looks to tap into consumer interest in global flavors and textures, starting with a Japan-inspired mochi gummy.

    By • May 19, 2026
  • Muscle Milk's new reformulation and packaging.
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    PepsiCo’s Muscle Milk flexes rebrand in crowded protein drink space

    The reformulated beverage amps up the protein while cutting artificial colors, sweeteners and flavors, positioning it to stand out among competitors like Coca-Cola's Core Power.

    By • May 15, 2026
  • Welch’s Probiotic Yogofruits
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    Leftovers: Welch’s debuts biggest ‘function-forward innovation’ | Mother’s sprinkles Nerds on frosted cookies

    A new probiotic-packed yogurt fruit snack looks to answer demand for gut-friendly foods, while Saint James Iced Tea adds its twist to Arnold Palmer.

    By Food Dive staff • May 15, 2026
  • Various baked goods are pictured dipped in Cargill and Voyage Foods' new cocoa-free chocolate alternative.
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    Cargill to launch cocoa-free chocolate in US

    NextCoa, made in partnership with Voyage Foods, gives food companies a new option to “future-proof” supply, a Cargill senior product line specialist said.

    By • May 14, 2026
  • Three cans of Beyond Immerse are pictured, each can featuring images of fruits including oranges, peaches, lemons and limes.
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    Beyond Meat puts protein drinks at the center of turnaround plan

    CEO Ethan Brown said it’s been acting as a “beverage company in hiding,” with a board of executives from Coke, Boston Beer and more.

    By • May 13, 2026
  • Three cartons of Premier Protein are against a yellow background.
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    Premier Protein moves into soda as protein shake competition heats up

    Bellring Brands is looking for potential untapped growth opportunities to stand out in a crowded nutritional market.

    By • May 12, 2026
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    Leftovers: Chef Boyardee brings sizzle to skillets | Buldak heats up macaroni and cheese

    The budget-friendly meals are the first in a slate of planned innovation under the brand's new owner, while "Breaking Bad" stars’ mezcal brand Dos Hombres breaks into tequila.

    By Food Dive staff • May 8, 2026
  • The top of an aluminum can has a device that allows reclosing.
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    LA Libations launches new beverage using resealable aluminum can

    The incubator is using technology from Re:Lid USA, which hopes to establish a U.S. manufacturing presence for the innovation.

    By Katie Pyzyk • May 1, 2026
  • A can of Coors 0.0% is on a bar.
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    Coors Light launches first nonalcoholic beer

    The launch continues to build out Molson Coors’ nonalcoholic portfolio as alcohol consumption remains soft.

    By • April 30, 2026
  • Two cans of Pure Leaf Mental Focus sit on a marble counter top.
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    Pure Leaf puts mental clarity in focus with new functional tea

    The brand, jointly owned by PepsiCo and Unilever, is releasing its first sparkling drink designed for balanced energy instead of extreme performance.

    By • April 28, 2026
  • A chocolate cherry cordial bar on a plate is next to a snack cluster.
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    Quality vs quantity: Food makers face tradeoffs when choosing protein source

    Ingredient supplier ADM is helping manufacturers bulk up their offerings while shedding light on the pros and cons of soy, pea and dairy.

    By • April 23, 2026
  • Three Capri Sun Hydrate juice pouches are seen outside with a baseball bat and mit.
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    Capri Sun debuts juice pouch with added electrolytes

    The product, which introduces the brand to the functional beverage space, is marketed as one of the first hydration drinks designed for kids.

    By • April 22, 2026
  • Packages of The Laughing Cow at a Washington, D.C., area grocery store.
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    No more ‘sleeping beauties’: Babybel owner quietly emerges as US healthy snacks powerhouse

    Despite strong growth with brands tailored to today’s trends, new North American CEO Peter McGuinness said the cheese snacks and fruit and veggie pouch maker needs to do more to promote its offerings.

    By • April 21, 2026
  • Chobani yogurt is pictured in a grocery display case.
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    How Chobani’s protein push is reshaping its dairy empire

    The yogurt giant's head of commercial growth says the company could lean on innovation or M&A as it looks to expand further into dairy, noting it's still not in every category.

    By • April 15, 2026