Manufacturing
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Fewer than half of food execs are prepared for the future of work, study finds
Nine in 10 people are investing in future-of-work-related initiatives, but only 11% are putting significant funds there, according to Deloitte and the Food Industry Association.
By Megan Poinski • July 28, 2021 -
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Deep DiveThe thrill-seeking, concert-loving CEO behind Hain's rapid turnaround
Mark Schiller, whose rare blend of humor and business savvy played a part in reviving brands at PepsiCo and Pinnacle Foods, is immersed in his biggest challenge yet: Hain Celestial.
By Christopher Doering • July 27, 2021 -
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TrendlineThe Food Dive Outlook on 2021
The impact of the pandemic continues to ripple throughout the industry, influencing the trends on the horizon in food and beverage, from the surge of breakfast items to greater tech adoption.
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Tate & Lyle works to meet 'extreme' surge in allulose demand
The British company that was the first to put the natural sweetener on the market is trying to increase capacity for the ingredient as need outpaces supply.
By Megan Poinski • July 22, 2021 -
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Frito-Lay bucks the trend of supply chain simplification
The snack brand is embracing complexity, which demands a supply chain that's primed for efficiency.
By Shefali Kapadia • July 22, 2021 -
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GNT debuts green colorings made from spirulina and turmeric
The additions to the plant-based Exberry color portfolio are said to offer vibrant yellowish and bluish green shades for confectionery, dairy and other applications.
By Samantha Oller • July 15, 2021 -
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Nestlé works with Future Meat Technologies to explore cell-based meat's potential
The announcement stops short of disclosing any guarantees of product development between the two companies.
By Megan Poinski • July 14, 2021 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Yoplait offers a taste of the Skittles rainbow; PB&J 'Candwiches' make their vending debut
General Mills puts Mars' popular candy into its latest yogurt mashup, while NuttZo takes a stab at a better-for-you chocolate spread.
By Food Dive staff • July 09, 2021 -
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Chewing gum sales see post-pandemic bump
As mask-wearing mandates expired this spring, consumers in seek of fresher breath triggered a category revival after years of decline.
By Samantha Oller • July 08, 2021 -
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Aleph Farms closes $105M funding round to bring cell-based meat to market in 2022
The Israeli company, which has partnerships to produce cultured meat in several countries, will use the funds to scale manufacturing, expand its international presence and develop products and technology.
By Megan Poinski • July 07, 2021 -
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Meati raises $50M for whole-cut meat alternatives
The Colorado company that uses mycelium to make analogs of steak, chicken and jerky will use the funds to complete its 80,000-square-foot plant as it eyes a 2022 launch for its products.
By Megan Poinski • July 07, 2021 -
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Nestlé invests $100M to expand operations at frozen foods factory in SC
The company will use the funds to increase production of popular brands like Lean Cuisine and Stouffer's as consumers continue to flock to frozen meals.
By Lauren Manning • July 02, 2021 -
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Tyson invests in AI-enabled robotics firm to boost worker productivity
The meat and poultry processor's venture capital arm took part in a $10 million funding round for Soft Robotics, a provider of technology for handling fragile and irregularly shaped items.
By Samantha Oller • June 30, 2021 -
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Sponsored by ComarchPlan, execute, settle: Trade promotion management
Learn how you can run and manage your promotional campaigns without making unprofitable investments.
By Grzegorz Mikuś • June 28, 2021 -
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Halo Top co-founder launches chocolate bar with Epogee's fat replacement tech
Gatsby Chocolate's candy, with less than half of the calories of regular chocolate bars and roughly one-quarter of the sugar content, is the latest product to feature the EPG ingredient.
By Lauren Manning • June 24, 2021 -
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Cell-based meat plants come online for Future Meat Technologies and Wildtype
The Israeli company plans to commercialize its products for the U.S. and other markets at its facility, while the high-end seafood startup has built an educational center and sushi tasting room at its San Francisco factory.
By Megan Poinski • June 24, 2021 -
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Heightened consumer interest in at-home eating set to continue, FMI report finds
Nearly half of participants in the 2021 U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends survey said they are placing more emphasis on buying nutritious foods because of the pandemic.
By Sam Silverstein • June 23, 2021 -
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Sponsored by Lee IndustriesFactors that determine the best processing vessel design for your operation
Consider these seven factors about your product, processes, business objectives and physical facility to determine the best vessel solution.
By Timothy "TJ" Knob, Jr. • June 21, 2021 -
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Gallo is investing $423M to build a new production and distribution facility
The California winemaker hopes to strengthen its position on the East Coast with the South Carolina factory as it continues to increase its portfolio through acquisitions.
By Lauren Manning • June 17, 2021 -
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More data can bolster food safety, says FDA leadership
At a webinar, Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response Frank Yiannas said upgrading digital information systems can do the most to protect consumers and strengthen the industry.
By Megan Poinski • June 17, 2021 -
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Geltor debuts vegan collagen for food and beverages
Made through the company's proprietary fermentation process, PrimaColl is said to match the functional properties of the animal-based equivalent.
By Samantha Oller • June 10, 2021 -
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General Mills plans to cut up to 1,400 jobs worldwide, Star Tribune reports
The layoffs — which could include up to 800 jobs in the U.S. and Canada and up to 20% of positions at its corporate headquarters — were announced to employees last week in emails and virtual meetings, the paper reported.
By Megan Poinski • June 08, 2021 -
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The Better Meat Co. unveils mycoprotein fermentation line
During the past three years, the company has been secretly developing a 13,000-square-foot plant where it can produce thousands of pounds each month of the protein, which can serve as a beef, chicken or seafood substitute.
By Megan Poinski • June 08, 2021 -
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Sponsored by RittalHybrid technology enables food production facilities to leverage energy-efficient automation
With sustainability top of mind, production facilities are proactively looking for ways to decrease the carbon footprint of their operations.
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Courtesy of Opopop
Microwave popcorn startup Opopop raises $5M ahead of product launch
The company, which has developed technology that wraps each kernel in flavoring, has financial backing and leadership from executives with CPG snack experience.
By Lauren Manning • June 03, 2021 -
Courtesy of Quorn
Quorn will expand chicken alternative products in US
Following parent company Monde Nissin's $1 billion IPO in the Philippines, company execs told Bloomberg and Reuters they plan to spend $335 million to grow the fermented protein brand, especially at fast food restaurants.
By Megan Poinski • June 02, 2021
