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Sovos Brands buys premium Italian food maker
The purchase of Rao's Specialty Foods is the second investment by the new company that targets niche brands in trending categories.
By Emma Liem Beckett • June 12, 2017 -
Study: Soda taxes likely to spread to other urban areas
Researchers found the measures are likely to pass in areas with more Democrats, where there is financial support for the initiative and leaders stress potential health benefits.
By Megan Poinski • June 12, 2017 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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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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Danone milks the plant-based trend with So Delicious Dairy Free campaign
The manufacturer is kickstarting its entry into the space with a multimillion-dollar ad campaign for its newly acquired ice cream brand.
By Sandy Skrovan • June 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Wake-up call: Can cereal makers revive a flagging category?
Consumers are abandoning the breakfast staple, but manufacturers say there are opportunities for growth — even if they don't involve a bowl and a spoon.
By Jeff Wells • June 9, 2017 -
Post partners with Nabisco to create Honey Maid S'mores Cereal
The latest product developed by the two companies follows the reintroduction of Oreo O's after a 10-year absence from the market.
By Christopher Doering • June 9, 2017 -
Hampton Creek fires 3 execs, accusing them of plotting corporate coup
Following an internal investigation, leadership determined employees were trying to take control of the company from the CEO and give it to investors.
By Megan Poinski • June 9, 2017 -
Health and consumer groups challenge FDA over perchlorate in food packaging
Since the chemical was allowed in 2005, the Environmental Defense Fund says the amount has increased in infants’ diets by 36% and toddlers’ diets by 24%.
By Caroline Macdonald • June 9, 2017 -
Increasing demand for organic produce could pressure grocers
There are concerns about tight supplies and price hikes as more retailers carry the products to meet growing consumer interest.
By Sandy Skrovan • June 9, 2017 -
A true joint venture: Village Farms enters partnership to grow marijuana along with vegetables
The farm and Emerald Health Therapeutics struck a deal for medical cannabis to edge out produce at some of its Canadian greenhouse facilities.
By Sandy Skrovan • June 9, 2017 -
Prebiotics show potential in white chocolate
Adding them along with antioxidants from goji berries alters the taste and texture of the candy without turning off consumers, researchers found.
By Caroline Macdonald • June 8, 2017 -
Sodium from packaged foods down 12% in 15 years
A JAMA study found that despite voluntary initiatives and company pledges, a more concerted effort is needed to reduce sodium intake in the United States.
By Caroline Macdonald • June 8, 2017 -
Do consumers care about the source of DHA in their organic milk?
Horizon's popular milk, which is high in omega-3 fatty acids, is enriched with non-organic algal oil.
By Caroline Macdonald • June 8, 2017 -
Smithfield launches first-ever Spanish website to engage Hispanic consumers
The pork processor's site is positioned as an educational resource, offering recipe ideas developed by Iron Chef winner Joe Garces and information on different meat cuts.
By Sandy Skrovan • June 8, 2017 -
USDA
JBS: Stake in Pilgrim's Pride is not for sale
The embattled Brazilian meat giant owns a 78.5% stake in the U.S. poultry company and says it is an important part of its international portfolio.
By Megan Poinski • June 8, 2017 -
J.M. Smucker profit falls on lower coffee and pet food sales
The maker of syrups, peanut butter and its namesake jellies said it would cut $100 million more in costs, bringing its total to $450 million by its fiscal year 2020.
By Christopher Doering • June 8, 2017 -
Deep Dive
USDA on GMO labeling law: 'Still on track, but a little behind'
An agency analyst explains what has happened since the new law was signed last July — and all of the work that lies ahead.
By Megan Poinski • June 7, 2017 -
Jack Daniel's parent Brown-Forman's posts drop in Q4 sales and profits
The spirits giant said earnings fell $378 million from a year ago, but the company is optimistic its investments will pay off in its fiscal year 2018.
By Emma Liem Beckett • June 7, 2017 -
Algorithm-designed Nutella jars cause marketing buzz and buying frenzy
The calculations helped the sweets maker create 7 million different packaging designs for its chocolate spreads that flew off store shelves in less than a month.
By Sandy Skrovan • June 7, 2017 -
US and Mexico strike sugar deal, averting a potential trade war
American producers of the sweetener have refused to endorse the agreement between the North American trading partners, increasing the chance the pact could collapse.
By Christopher Doering • June 7, 2017 -
Post brings back Oreo cereal after 10 years with Walmart exclusive
With cereal sales declining at General Mills and Kellogg, Post Holdings is betting on nostalgia to reinvigorate the category.
By Caroline Macdonald • June 6, 2017 -
Candy flavors could bring chewing gum out of its sticky spot
Varieties like Birthday Cake, Kettle Pop and Gingerbread provide a fun, low-calorie indulgence that could help stale sales pop.
By Caroline Macdonald • June 6, 2017 -
Seattle becomes latest city to pass tax on soda and other sugary beverages
The measure, which follows similar action in Philadelphia, San Francisco and Oakland, is expected to generate $15 million per year for local nutrition programs.
By Emma Liem Beckett • June 6, 2017 -
Former StarKist exec charged with price fixing
After guilty pleas in similar cases by tuna producer Bumble Bee, this new accusation expands on the reported conspiracy between companies to keep prices high.
By Megan Poinski • June 6, 2017 -
Judge resurrects lawsuit accusing Whole Foods of overcharging NYC customers
The decision to overturn a lower-court ruling could open the natural foods grocer up to a potential class-action lawsuit.
By Christopher Doering • June 5, 2017 -
Oreo sweetens innovation with limited-edition Jelly Donut variety
The new flavor, available exclusively at Walmart, is the latest example of Mondelez's efforts to engage loyal consumers and lure new ones to its cookie.
By Keith Loria • June 5, 2017
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