Finding opportunity at the intersection of food production and distribution

Ensuring key parts of the supply chain are geographically convenient improves quality, and Missouri Partnership CEO Steve Johnson explains how to determine if this setup works for manufacturers.

By Steve Johnson • July 17, 2017

Hazardous chemicals found in boxed macaroni and cheese

Consumer advocates are urging Kraft Heinz and other manufacturers to clean up their products after research found harmful chemicals in the favorite kids’ food.

By Sandy Skrovan • July 17, 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.

By Food Dive staff

Study: Meat, it's what's for snacking as consumer demand sizzles

The category is forecast to rise by 9% annually through 2021, fueled by new products and increasing demand for portable, healthy, low calorie and high protein snacks.    

By Sandy Skrovan • July 17, 2017

As market share wanes, Big Food needs to pay attention

In a commentary in Forbes, a supply chain expert said companies should do a better job using data and social media to respond more quickly to changes.

By Megan Poinski • July 14, 2017

Patron takes a shot with premium tequila launch

Growth in this popular liquor is being driven largely by the millennial generation’s appetite for pricey spirits instead of beer and wine.

By Sandy Skrovan • July 14, 2017

Cinnamon Toast Crunch gets re-imagined as a doughnut hole

General Mills is extending its brand across grocery aisles in a product mash-up that turns a cereal beloved by millennials into a portable frozen snack. 

By Sandy Skrovan • July 14, 2017

Judge says lawsuit against Nature Valley's 'natural' claim is 'not plausible'

Without a definition of the term by the FDA, the dismissal of the class action case may make it harder to argue that a label is misleading.

By Megan Poinski • July 14, 2017

Paleo may be a fad, but trends toward healthy ingredients are here to stay

The movement toward functional foods to address health and wellness issues will keep growing, and manufacturers are incorporating more items known to have natural benefits and healing powers.

By Sandy Skrovan • July 13, 2017

Constellation products have opportunity for 'huge' growth, says CEO

Rob Sands said that category management and reallocation of shelf space could further boost his company's high-performing brand sales. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 13, 2017

Why the food and beverage industry should be eating up email marketing

While the inbox is older technology, many companies aren't taking advantage of the opportunities it provides. Response Media CEO Josh Perlstein explains how to use it better.

By Josh Perlstein • July 13, 2017

Study: Nearly all consumers find transparency in food and beverage important

According to a report from Response Media, most shoppers would pay more for a product that offers more information about ingredients, manufacturing and sustainability.

By Megan Poinski • July 13, 2017

Alternative ice creams are more prevalent, but most consumers still want to indulge

Vegan, non-dairy and allergen-free varieties are growing in number, but traditional creamy flavors still dominate customer preferences.

By Megan Poinski • July 13, 2017

Is generic the new premium? How an online retail startup could shake up food

Brandless began selling environmentally and health-conscious product staples such as peanut butter and maple syrup for $3 online on Tuesday.

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 12, 2017

Private equity firm invests $10M in Sonoma Creamery

The Svoboda Capital Fund will help the cheese and snack company expand production, create new products and hire new employees. 

By Megan Poinski • July 12, 2017

Investment firm buys dairy icon Borden

The Washington, D.C.-based private equity firm is no stranger to the food sector with investments in Hispanic retailer Fiesta Mart and Igloo coolers.

By Christopher Doering • July 12, 2017

Land O'Lakes launches incubator to challenge plant-based alternatives

The agricultural cooperative's program will help nascent dairy companies in efforts such as brand building, financing, manufacturing and distribution.

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 12, 2017

Higher prices sweeten PepsiCo's Q2 earnings

The beverage giant posted revenue of $15.71 billion and expects to meet its fiscal 2017 goal of organic revenue growth of at least 3%.

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 11, 2017

Echo Capital invests in three on-trend food startups

The mission-based, nutritious products from Back to the Roots, Nona Lim and Wilde will bring a sought-after millennial consumer to the investment firm's portfolio. 

By Caroline Macdonald • July 11, 2017

General Mills uses simple ingredients in new products

The maker of Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Larabar and Yoplait is introducing and reformulating products that use recognizable ingredients while maintaining taste.

By Christopher Doering • July 11, 2017

General Mills files patent for better quality fortified cereal

The manufacturer will now be able to make more desirable — and potentially more nutritious — breakfasts.

By Caroline Macdonald • July 10, 2017

Quaker introduces squeezable oatmeal pouch

The legacy brand is launching its Oat Squeeze product and Porridge to Go breakfast squares in the U.K. later this summer, but will consumers bite? 

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 10, 2017

Eagle Foods CEO hunts for deals as large food makers jettison brands

Despite growing consumer demand to eat healthier, the company, which makes sweetened condensed milk and popcorn, will focus on selling snacks and indulgent products with good flavor.

By Christopher Doering • July 10, 2017

Land O'Lakes, Breyers and Yoplait win consumer trust award

The three legacy brands received the recognition from Brandspark International due to consumer satisfaction with their taste, quality and nutritional benefits. 

By Caroline Macdonald • July 10, 2017

Mondelez CEO dismisses interest in Nestle's US candy business

The food products company's sweets business includes Cadbury, and a deal would add well-known brands such as Butterfinger, Baby Ruth and Crunch to its operations.

By Christopher Doering • July 10, 2017

Tastes of summer: Smithfield and Yuengling partner on lager-flavored brats

Dive Brief: Smithfield Foods has introduced a new bratwurst infused with the flavor of Yuengling amber lager, Meat+Poultry reports. The Smithfield Yuengling Traditional Lager Bratwursts are part of the company’s new Smithfield Craft Collection of brat offerings pairing...

By Caroline Macdonald • July 7, 2017