B&G buys SnackWell's and Back to Nature for $162.5M

The two better-for-you brands started out under Mondelez's umbrella and were operated as a joint venture between the manufacturer and private equity firm Brynwood Partners.

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 21, 2017

Online ordering is growing, but tracking it is difficult

An increasingly complex omnichannel path to purchase makes traditional data points on consumption patterns difficult for retailers and brands.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 21, 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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Hampton Creek products will not return to Target shelves

After products were pulled in June, the retailer told Bloomberg it terminated its relationship with the vegan manufacturer for "multiple" reasons that were "clearly communicated." 

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 21, 2017

Nestle's Poland Spring bottled water is awash in fraud controversy

A class-action lawsuit claims the beverage maker uses common ground water, which differs from the sourcing depicted in the product's name, label and marketing campaigns.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 21, 2017

Sparkling Ice crested the fizzy water wave, but will it survive as its luster fades?

The popular beverage, made with an artificial sweetener, now faces the challenge of integrating cleaner labels.

By Erika Kincaid • Aug. 18, 2017

Analyst: Hershey will benefit from millennials' love of snacking

As consumer eating habits change, the chocolate maker is positioning for growth by transforming to fit today's eating habits.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 18, 2017

Hormel expands foodservice business with $425M Fontanini buy

While the purchase is not the multibillion-dollar deal hinted at by the CEO earlier this year, it’s a strategic pickup that will help round out its foodservice portfolio.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 18, 2017

PepsiCo seeks to patent stevia production process

The beverage giant has uncovered a low-cost method to produce Reb M, a less bitter and more sugary-tasting strain of the plant-based sweetener.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 17, 2017

Tyson invests $84M to expand Tennessee poultry plant

The initiative, which is expected to add 300 jobs to the local economy, will increase the food giant's chicken production capacity as it expands its protein business.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 17, 2017

Pinnacle Foods buys facility for $37.5M to grow Birds Eye frozen vegetables

Investing in innovation and infrastructure to grow sales and market share of the iconic brand is a strategic priority for the food conglomerate. 

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 17, 2017

Bai Brands ditches quirky past to focus on more mature future

The change by the flavored water maker is a difficult one for owner Dr Pepper Snapple because it risks tarnishing the hip image that made the brand cool in the first place.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 16, 2017

As trade negotiations with Canada loom, FDA allows ultrafiltered milk's use in cheese

This represents a win for U.S. dairy farmers, who have struggled with oversupply issues because of fewer exports.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 16, 2017

Skip the coffee shop: International Delight launches One Touch Latte

The specialty creamer can be used to turn the morning staple into a latte-style beverage — but will consumers get past the ingredients list and unorthodox drink?

By Caitlin Mannering • Aug. 16, 2017

A sure sign of fall: Pumpkin spice returns to grocery shelves

Starbucks leads the way into the seasonal flavor deluge with an RTD beverage and ground coffee. 

By Erika Kincaid • Aug. 15, 2017

'Healthier' sports drink maker Kill Cliff attracts outside investor

The investment by Sunrise Strategic Partners gives it a stake in a beverage with low-calories, no sugar and a clean ingredient label — areas popular with consumers.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 15, 2017

Report: Activist fund Corvex builds $400M stake in yogurt maker Danone

Keith Meister, who oversees the investment group, acquired the shares because he believes the company is significantly undervalued, Bloomberg said.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 15, 2017

US beef producers facing challenges in return to Chinese market

A change in feed methods and an increased focus on premium cuts may be needed for American cattle producers to compete in the world's most populous country.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 15, 2017

Trade group launches for Hispanic-owned food businesses

The newly formed association will offer education, support and advocacy for a growing number of retailers, manufacturers and restaurateurs in the sector.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 15, 2017

Manufacturers reformulate with sugar as consumers sour on corn syrup

A major reason for the push comes from studies that have shown the liquid sweetener is a key culprit behind obesity and other health issues.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 14, 2017

Amazon evaluating a food future with shelf-stable prepared meals

Food made through microwave assisted thermal sterilization, or MATS, can last for a year without needing to be refrigerated or frozen. 

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 14, 2017

Hampton Creek discussing partnerships with global meat companies

These potential licensing agreements with well-known entities would help the San Francisco-based startup increase "clean meat" production and keep costs down.

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 14, 2017

Digital disruption from farm to fork: Tracking the food supply

It's possible to tame food waste, spoilage and recalls with the Industrial Internet of Things. John Fryer of Stratus Technologies explains how to get started.

By John Fryer • Aug. 11, 2017

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

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