Is high-fat, high-protein the next big trend in baby food?

Startup Serenity Kids is launching paleo-style products to differentiate from mainstream brands that are typically low in fat and contain little meat. 

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 11, 2017

Mung bean protein isolate developed by Hampton Creek gets GRAS status

The vegan food company is planning on using the super-healthy isolate in an egg substitute — and possibly in its spin on ice cream and butter.

By Erika Kincaid • Aug. 10, 2017

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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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Pea protein soars as food firms keep their finger on the pulse

Its health-friendly and sustainable benefits help the ingredient grow in popularity among manufacturers and consumers.

By Caroline Macdonald • Aug. 10, 2017

Report: Declines in sugar consumption could sour the industry

With more companies cutting back on use of the sweetener, a long-term slowdown in the global market for the popular ingredient looks likely.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 10, 2017

Moving 'beyond meat': Algae is at the center of nutritional innovation

The race is on to find sustainable and tasty replacements for animal proteins — and Algarithm Founder and CEO Dale Kelly writes that the best option might quite literally be green. 

By Dale Kelly • Aug. 10, 2017

Triscuit crackers get non-GMO certification

Boxes with the distinct verification seal started shipping to stores last month, and should be on all shelves nationwide next month. 

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 10, 2017

Chef'd gets $25M investment from Smithfield Foods

The meal-kit startup has eschewed venture capital and instead turned to strategic partners such as Campbell Soup, which are looking to get a foothold in the space.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 10, 2017

Flowers Foods Q2 performance underwhelms, lowers full-year guidance

The company also announced it will close a snack cake bakery in Winston-Salem, North Carolina in early October to help improve its profitability.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 10, 2017

Could alcohol-free beer give the industry a much-needed buzz?

Specialty brews are growing increasingly popular with health-conscious consumers and those worried about the problems that can occur when drinking.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 10, 2017

Move over millennials: The golden years can be a gold mine for food manufacturers

While attention has focused recently on younger shoppers, baby boomers and other older consumers can be a lucrative market through smaller portions, easy-open packaging and specific nutrients.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 9, 2017

Chobani reorganizes sales and marketing under 'demand' department

This move could break down organizational silos, increase integration and awareness across corporate functions, and make the company more responsive to changing consumer tastes and preferences.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 9, 2017

Hostess' Q2 earnings deliver profit, but fall short of expectations

Company shares fell 3% after earnings were released Tuesday, but the baker is confident investments in product innovations will continue to drive revenue growth.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Aug. 9, 2017

FDA calls Impossible Burger's secret ingredient into question

The plant-based meat with soy leghemoglobin is still on the market, but the agency is concerned the substance could be an allergen. 

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 9, 2017

Dave's Killer Bread continues to rise with help of ex-felons

The company was founded by Glenn Dahl and his brother Dave, who previously served 15 years in prison. Nearly a third of the firm's employees are former convicts.

By Erika Kincaid • Aug. 9, 2017

Could Amazon's private-label push inspire consumer backlash?

The e-commerce company is quietly expanding its lineup of grocery and other products, giving consumers the impression they’re buying from numerous small brands.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 8, 2017

Dean Foods' earnings disappoint as grocery wars take toll

The dairy giant saw a steep drop in gross profits, net income and earnings per share over last year as milk volumes decline and retail stores invest in private labels.

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 8, 2017

Snyder's-Lance Q2 earnings beat Wall Street expectations

The snack maker reported revenue of $579.6 million for the period and has finalized a performance transformation plan centered on winning millennial consumers.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Aug. 8, 2017

Luxury candy retailer Sugarfina gets sweet deal with $35M investment

The company, which currently has 38 outlets across the U.S., expects to double its revenue this year to $50 million.

By Erika Kincaid • Aug. 8, 2017

The 3 Cs of sustainable packaging: Compliance, commitment and collaboration

With a third of consumers choosing brands based on social and environmental goals, top CPG companies are rethinking their sustainability efforts. Pierre-François Thaler, co-founder and CEO of EcoVadis, shows how to move in that direction.

By Pierre-François Thaler • Aug. 8, 2017

Solving food date label confusion is a tricky situation

Across age and political leanings, Americans are confused about food date labels. Will GMA and FMIs efforts clear things up?

By Caitlin Mannering • Aug. 8, 2017

Halo Top owner explores potential $2B sale of ice cream brand

The popular frozen treat, which is owned by Eden Creamery, recently became the #1 selling pint of ice cream in the U.S., beating out iconic brands such as Ben & Jerry’s and Breyers.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 8, 2017

Blue Apron may cut about 470 jobs as part of plant closure

The meal-kit provider, which has seen its stock plunge more than 40% since its June 29 IPO, is opening a new location about 15 miles away from one that is being shuttered.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 7, 2017

The politics of food: Are regulation, transparency and consumer trust on a collision course?

The food, nutrition and agricultural sectors are not immune from the Trump administration's approach to policy and regulations. Sean McBride of DSM Communications examines where they intersect — and what it means.

By Sean McBride • Aug. 7, 2017

Tyson beats expectations in Q3 as new CEO's moves pay off

After an up-and-down 2016, new CEO Tom Hayes has been repositioning the meat giant's business for growth in 2017. 

By Davide Savenije • Aug. 7, 2017

President of General Mills' Annie's unit to step down after two decades

Following the integration of the organic brand after the 2014 purchase by the CPG giant, John Foraker is departing to join another entrepreneurial food company.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 7, 2017