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    Beef tallow takeover? Big food companies begin to embrace MAHA ingredient

    Major food companies such as Conagra and Utz are making products with the rendered animal fat, which has seen its popularity soar under RFK Jr.’s recent dietary guideline changes.

    By • June 22, 2026
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    Sponsored by ENTR Technologies

    From formula to label: Why connected product data matters more than ever

    Disconnected product data slows innovation. Here's why leading teams are connecting it.

    By ENTR Technologies • June 22, 2026
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    Vanilla profiles that drive ice cream experience: Where sensory meets market demand

    New sensory research identifies three vanilla flavor profiles & their connection to ice cream consumers.

    June 22, 2026
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    Q&A

    Better together: Hershey’s combined sweets and snacks business pays off for retailers, consumers

    The merging of the company’s sweet, salty and protein brands under one umbrella called “One Hershey” allows the Reese’s maker to boost sales and help stores plan for big events.

    By • June 18, 2026
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    Chobani sued by Danone over high-protein yogurt claims

    The Oikos maker said its rival is engaging in “unfair competition and consumer deception” to make its product more appealing to shoppers.

    By • June 16, 2026
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    Campbell’s launches gluten-free chicken noodle soup in partnership with Banza

    The offering comes as big snack brands like Cheez-It and Oreo lean into the gluten-free market, which is forecast to reach $14 billion by 2032.

    By • June 16, 2026
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    Nestlé USA removes artificial colors in all food and beverages

    The Nesquik maker joined other food manufacturers last year in pledging to eliminate synthetic dyes from the rest of its portfolio following pressure from the Trump administration.

    By • June 15, 2026
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    Leftovers: Svedka dips into vodka water | Magic Spoon expands with oatmeal

    The alcohol maker said it's introduced a "category-first innovation" with a transparent can, while Italian gelato brand Sammontana grows its U.S. presence with a slate of new desserts.

    By Food Dive staff • June 12, 2026
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    How Jelly Belly is repositioning its brand for ‘social epicureans’

    The new “Bean Appetit” campaign is meant to reintroduce the brand to consumers after its acquisition by confectioner Ferrara in 2023.

    By Aaron Baar • June 12, 2026
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    Why Molson Coors is betting on cheap beer

    The brewer is reviving Keystone Ice and expanding Miller High Life to reach younger drinkers and budget conscious consumers.

    By • Updated June 11, 2026
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    Campbell’s CEO: ‘Tough decisions’ loom for struggling snack business

    While the Goldfish maker is making progress to improve the operation, its top executive warned the turnaround will “take some time” amid a challenging environment.

    By • June 10, 2026
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    Lavazza launches single-serve coffee pods without packaging

    Tablì brings a first-to-market product to the U.S. and is a key point of the Italian company’s growth strategy in North America.

    By • June 9, 2026
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    Ingredion strikes deal to buy Tate & Lyle for $3.6B

    The combined company will generate nearly $10 billion in annual revenue and have a broad portfolio to address more consumer needs such as clean label and lower sugar.

    By • June 8, 2026
  • Pineapples at a Washington, D.C., area grocery store
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    A $395 pineapple? How innovation is upending the popular tropical fruit

    Fresh Del Monte and Dole have spent years developing premium pineapples featuring different flavors and colors to drive growth and meet demand by consumers and retailers for variety.

    By • June 8, 2026
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    Sponsored by COMSOL, Inc

    3 real-world examples of modeling and simulation for food safety

    See how simulation software has been used in optimizing food testing, drying and packaging.

    By Joseph Carew • June 8, 2026
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    Snickers wins praise from Reeses for bigger push behind peanut butter

    A spot digging at Reese’s shows a focus group composed of people named Reese who assess the flavor and texture of Snickers Peanut Butter.

    By Peter Adams • June 5, 2026
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    Leftovers: Popeyes launches at-home biscuits | Tom Holland’s Bero expands into shandies

    The fried chicken chain is making its first entry into the grocery aisle, while Cuervo Tequila cracks into ready-to-drink canned cocktails.

    By Food Dive staff • June 5, 2026
  • Barry Callebault’s ChoViva chocolate
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    Sunflower power: Inside Barry Callebault’s bid to win the chocolate alternatives race

    The world’s largest chocolate supplier is partnering with Planet A Foods to scale its cocoa-free substitute ChoViva, which has received “very strong” interest from U.S. food manufacturers.

    By • June 4, 2026
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    How 3 major food and beverage execs view the state of c-stores

    Leaders from brands like PepsiCo and Athletic Brewing discussed growth opportunities and key challenges in convenience retail at the Wall Street Journal’s Global Food Forum.

    By Brett Dworski • June 4, 2026
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    Hershey sees s’mores catching fire with more consumers

    The gooey campfire staple is a “significant and growing piece” for the company’s namesake chocolate brand, generating nearly $250 million annually, a top executive said.

    By • June 3, 2026
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    Opinion

    The new rules: How functional foods are redefining CPG brand leadership

    As nutrition becomes more important, companies will need to rethink their messaging on what actually makes their products better-for-you.

    By Jon Shapiro • June 2, 2026
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    Leftovers: Hidden Valley Ranch launches dippable snacks | Hot Pockets leans into snacking

    The ranch dressing maker is entering the refrigerated aisle for the first time, while Liquid IV takes on the mocktail market.

    By Food Dive staff • May 29, 2026
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    Inside ADM’s reformulation hub powering better-for-you innovation

    The ingredients giant is working to rapidly create solutions for food makers to address consumer demand for lower sugar, reduced sodium and more protein.

    By • May 28, 2026
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    Sam Adams channels Revolutionary Era with America 250 beer

    Boston Beer is going back to the 1770s with brews inspired by the country’s Founding Fathers that use ingredients from the period.

    By • May 28, 2026
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    EXCLUSIVE

    Nutella maker Ferrero may take ‘a breather’ in large-scale M&A in the US

    After spending more than $8 billion for brands such as Keebler, Butterfinger and Rice Krispies, the sweets giant is turning its attention to innovation and boosting efficiencies.

    By • May 27, 2026