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Escalating trade war heightens risks for alcohol industry
Tariffs and retaliatory backlash not only limit the market for U.S. spirits producers abroad, but also present challenges to companies whose portfolios depend on imported brews.
By Chris Casey • March 19, 2025 -
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Trump admin looks to allow meat processers to permanently run faster line speeds
Pork and poultry companies have pushed for plants to operate faster, with critics warning of potential food safety concerns and risks to workers.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 19, 2025 -
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TrendlineHow 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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JM Smucker splits supply chain, manufacturing functions
SVP of Information Services Bryan Hutson will now oversee supply chain operations in an expanded role.
By Phil Neuffer • March 19, 2025 -
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Metal tariffs could upend canned food production
The Can Manufacturers Institute highlighted that there are only three domestic tin mill lines still open today in the U.S.
By Maria Rachal • March 18, 2025 -
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BAADER revolutionizes food processing with innovative, sustainable solutions for quality and efficiency.
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Mondelēz and Biscoff parent expand partnership into ice cream
The snack makers are planning to introduce frozen novelties that combine flavors of the caramelized biscuit with chocolates such as Milka and Cadbury.
By Christopher Doering • March 14, 2025 -
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Food manufacturers seek tariff exemptions from White House for some imports
The Consumer Brands Association, which represents PepsiCo, Conagra and Mondelēz, said ingredients such as cocoa, coffee and certain spices aren’t produced in the U.S.
By Christopher Doering • March 13, 2025 -
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Danish dairy giant inks deal to manufacture whey protein in US
Arla Foods will rely on a South Dakota-based processor to produce its ingredients as the co-op looks to expand in North America.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 13, 2025 -
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Hershey hires PepsiCo executive as chief growth officer
Stacy Taffet, with 15 years of CPG experience, will be responsible for growing the company's expanding snacks portfolio that includes Reese's and Dot's pretzels.
By Christopher Doering • March 12, 2025 -
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General Mills enters ramen noodles with Old El Paso and Totino’s
Using the Tex-Mex and pizza roll brands allows the food maker to stand out in the crowded instant noodle category while boosting exposure for two of its most popular offerings.
By Christopher Doering • March 11, 2025 -
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What 6 food and beverage companies are saying about tariffs
CEOs of General Mills, Tyson Foods and Coca-Cola are among companies warning of an impact to their bottom line, with some predicting price increases from a prolonged trade war.
By Sarah Zimmerman , Christopher Doering • March 11, 2025 -
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Anheuser-Busch invests $4.2M to upgrade Virginia brewery
The Busch Light maker emphasized its focus on domestic beer production as rivals fear tariff-related impacts to imports.
By Chris Casey • March 10, 2025 -
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Oreo-maker Mondelēz wants a slice of the $97B cakes and pastries space
The snacks maker is using brands like Oreo and Milka chocolate to carve out a premium presence in a sea of commoditized cupcakes, brownies and muffins that its CEO described as “a bit dull.”
By Christopher Doering • March 10, 2025 -
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Target heats up its grocery assortment
The retailer plans to add hundreds of private label items in 2025 and collaborate with well-known chefs on store brand products.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 10, 2025 -
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Sponsored by FormicSweetening the deal: How Taffy Town stretched innovation further with automation
Making candy is hard. That's why Taffy Town is taking the human guesswork out of its operations with automation. Now, employees use their heads instead of their muscles.
By Brooklyn Kiosow • March 10, 2025 -
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Jack Daniel’s owner says Canada pulling alcohol from stores ‘worse than a tariff’
The CEO of Brown-Forman said he's worried the move by retailers, a retaliatory measure against Trump's trade policies, could spread to Europe where its impact would be more severe.
By Chris Casey • March 7, 2025 -
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Trump pauses some Mexico and Canada tariffs for one month
The move delays duties on nearly all agricultural products traded between the three countries, though steel and aluminum tariffs are still set to go into effect March 12.
By Phil Neuffer , Sarah Zimmerman • March 7, 2025 -
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To make healthy food taste good, texture is key
Ingredion says the attribute, a growing part of its business, can impact how quickly people eat, their fullness and perception of the food’s nutritional value.
By Christopher Doering • March 6, 2025 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Sip: Monster’s bet on alcohol stumbles | Sparkling Ice maker pops into prebiotic soda
In other beverage news, seltzer brand Waterloo debuts new fruity flavors to welcome the start of spring.
By Chris Casey • March 6, 2025 -
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WK Kellogg earmarks $200M for supply chain updates in 2025
The funds will support a multiyear initiative that has already led to improved productivity and reduced waste, according to company executives.
By Haley Cawthon • March 6, 2025 -
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Sponsored by dsm-firmenichBeyond artificial: Creating a brighter future for beverages with natural colors
Discover the secret to beverage colors that delight, naturally.
March 3, 2025 -
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‘Mega brands’ Michelob Ultra, Busch Light boost AB InBev amid economic uncertainty
The beverage giant, facing a stagnating domestic beer market, said the two brews are helping it weather a volatile environment.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 28, 2025 -
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Coca-Cola Fairlife supplier cuts ties with 2 Arizona farms over animal cruelty allegations
A lawsuit, which also claims the brand polluted nearby waterways, is the latest challenge for the milk offering that has become a $1 billion-plus brand.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 28, 2025 -
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Beyond Meat cutting 6% of workforce to reduce expenses
The layoffs come as the plant-based meat sector sees a slowdown in demand, forcing brands to shrink staff and strengthen finances.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 27, 2025 -
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Why food makers aren’t afraid of GLP-1 drugs
Companies such as PepsiCo and Mondelēz haven’t seen an impact on business, while Healthy Choice maker Conagra sees the medications as a boon for some of its products.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 27, 2025
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