Kraft Heinz pauses split as new CEO says problems are ‘fixable’

The ketchup maker plans to invest $600 million in its products as it focuses on “returning the business to profitable growth.”

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 11, 2026

Smithfield to close Massachusetts dry sausage plant

The pork giant will lay off 190 workers and transfer production of charcuterie-style meats to other facilities.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 10, 2026

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How AI is transforming the food and beverage industry

Companies are leaning on the technology across nearly all parts of their operations, from marketing to product design.

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Plant-based food maker SunOpta sold for $1.1B

Dutch beverage giant Refresco is buying the producer as it expands into the better-for-you category.

By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 9, 2026

Ferrero names insider to head WK Kellogg after $3.1B purchase

Jean-Baptiste Santoul vowed to accelerate growth, calling it “a pivotal time” for the Froot Loops maker and the future of cereal in North America.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 3, 2026

Campbell’s to shutter Cape Cod potato chip plant

The Massachusetts facility, which also makes Kettle Brand chips, “no longer makes economic sense” for the snack and soup maker.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 30, 2026

Food and beverage brands adopt new non-ultraprocessed label

Spindrift and Amy's Kitchen are among the first to be verified under the Non-GMO Project's certification program.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 27, 2026

FDA moves toward tougher gluten labeling rules

The agency issued a request for more information that will shape new regulation on ingredient transparency.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 22, 2026

PepsiCo pilots digital twins to ‘reinvent’ manufacturing with AI

The multi-year pilot with Nvidia and Siemens creates 3D replicas of U.S. plants and warehouses, allowing the food and beverage giant to test production improvements. 

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 22, 2026

‘It’s not going to be easy’: Food industry faces uphill growth battle in 2026

As CPG companies aim to improve their businesses amid a challenging environment, some firms are expected to cut jobs, lower prices and boost innovation to increase their competitiveness.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 21, 2026

Abandoning packaging sustainability is a ‘serious strategic miscalculation’: Bain

Companies are still pursuing sustainable packaging strategies even though they’ve toned down public messaging about it, according to a report.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 14, 2026

How Kellanova tailors innovation to meet evolving consumer needs

Nico Amaya, the company’s North America president, discusses why product development has moved away from a one-size-fits-all solution and the role that AI is playing in his business.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 14, 2026

Danone invests $4M to expand Texas plant amid yogurt boom

The expansion comes as the food giant struggles to meet surging consumer demand for high-protein dairy products.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 13, 2026

Good Culture sells majority stake to private-equity firm L Catterton

The deal comes amid strong sales for the company as consumers flock to cottage cheese for its high-protein content.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 9, 2026

The food and beverage trends to watch in 2026

Companies are leaning on innovation, M&A and healthier options to navigate sometimes contradictory consumer preferences.

By Food Dive staff • Jan. 8, 2026

Hershey gives Shaq-A-Licious some game with multi-textured gummy

New gummy balls coated in crunchy candies encourage consumers to play with their food while mixing and matching flavors.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 7, 2026

Beyond Meat terminates controller after identifying material weakness

The finance leadership shifts mark the latest twist in what has been a bumpy year for the plant-based meat maker.

By Grace Noto • Dec. 22, 2025

The biggest food and beverage layoffs in 2025

Nestlé, General Mills and Molson Coors were among the most high-profile companies to announce job cuts or plant closures this year.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 17, 2025

J&J Snack Foods to close 3 manufacturing sites in business revamp

The Icee maker expects to generate $20 million in annualized savings as part of its plan to simplify production and improve distribution.

By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 16, 2025

Kraft Heinz names former Kellanova leader as CEO

Steve Cahillane will take over at the Oscar Mayer and Philadelphia manufacturer starting Jan. 1 as the company prepares to split later in 2026.

By Christopher Doering • Dec. 16, 2025

Coca-Cola manufacturer to build $475M plant

The project will replace a 90-year-old facility in Denver to help meet the rising demand for sports drinks, teas and other beverages.

By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 15, 2025

Preparing a year in advance: How Hershey plans for the holidays

The Reese’s manufacturer estimates seasonal celebrations like Christmas and Halloween make up roughly a third of its $9 billion in North American confectionery sales each year.

By Christopher Doering • Dec. 15, 2025

Anheuser-Busch to shutter 2 breweries amid manufacturing consolidation

The Bud Light brewer has also sold its New Jersey brewery and will invest the money elsewhere in its portfolio.

By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 12, 2025

PepsiCo to reduce offerings, improve product affordability to accelerate growth

The Cheetos and Mountain Dew manufacturer is grappling with a slowdown in consumer spending and activist investor pressure to make big changes.

By Christopher Doering • Dec. 9, 2025

From factory floor to shelf: How Mars meets category demand

Mars Site Director Gavin Kueber reveals how consumer trends are fueling manufacturing growth and innovation at the Yorkville, IL facility.

Dec. 8, 2025

How Tyson is tackling tight beef, pork supplies

The meat and poultry processor has leaned on value-added products and operational efficiencies to offset supply challenges.

By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 5, 2025