Craft soda sales buck downward slide in carbonated beverage category

Craft soda sales, which reached $541 million in 2016, have attracted the attention of small bottlers as well as big giants like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo.

By Keith Loria • June 2, 2017

Research backs probiotics for better digestion of plant proteins

Ganeden's probiotic strain GanedenBC30 was originally developed for immune and digestive support, but research suggests it may have additional uses.

By Caroline Macdonald • June 1, 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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PepsiCo's Propel taps fitness influencers for on-demand Pandora stations

The full campaign includes digital video on Propel's social media channels and cross-promotion with retailers including Albertsons, Safeway and Target.

By David Kirkpatrick , Peter Adams • June 1, 2017

Report: Conagra approaches Pinnacle Foods for a possible takeover

The combined companies would generate significant savings in a growth-challenged packaged foods market.

By Jeff Wells • June 1, 2017

German firm creates a realistic texturizer for meat alternatives

The company has created a system with a mixture of fibers and hydrocolloids that combine with other ingredients to produce a firm, meat-like texture.

By Keith Loria • June 1, 2017

Lavazza boosts presence in organic, fair-trade coffee with latest North American deal

The acquisition of Kicking Horse Coffee expands the Italian beverage maker's efforts to grow in the U.S. and Canada.

By Keith Loria • May 31, 2017

Russell Stover sweetens chocolate's health profile by removing sugar

As consumers turn away from added sugars, improving the health profile of chocolate is becoming popular. 

By Keith Loria • May 31, 2017

New trends are stirring up the yogurt segment

Even as the market expands, legacy manufacturers — including Danone and General Mills — have reported lagging sales.

By Keith Loria • May 31, 2017

Unusual flavors on the menu at Sweets & Snacks Expo

Mesquite-flavored cotton candy and cinnamon-flavored bean chips are just a few of the products featuring unique twists on traditional tastes.

By Keith Loria • May 31, 2017

Sprig is the latest meal delivery service to close its operation

The startup's challenges are symbolic of the problems facing many smaller players struggling against bigger-name competitors like Blue Apron and Hello Fresh.

By Keith Loria • May 31, 2017

J.M. Smucker to acquire Conagra's Wesson for $285M

The jam manufacturer estimates the cooking oil brand will add $230 million to its annual net sales. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • May 30, 2017

Coca-Cola's latest packaging play delivers access to music festivals

Bottles attached with removable wristbands drove a sales lift of 11% in their targeted region. 

By David Kirkpatrick , Peter Adams • May 30, 2017

A Balancing Act: How to go from idea to successful food startup

It's not just hard work —  investors, incubators, analysts and entrepreneurs lay out the often difficult path to success.

By Sandy Skrovan • May 30, 2017

Report: PepsiCo in talks to buy coconut water maker Vita Coco

The purchase would help the soda giant expand into healthier offerings as more consumers move away from sugary drinks.

By Christopher Doering • May 30, 2017

Lawsuit: Hershey was 'deceptive' by underfilling candy boxes

A federal judge ruled last week the case — which claims the company is violating a federal statute that prohibits "nonfunctional" space in packaged foods — can go forward.

By Megan Poinski • May 30, 2017

Beyond Meat grabs shelf space in Safeway

The burger, which sizzles and oozes fat while cooking, will be sold in the grocer's meat case in an attempt to woo beef eaters.

By Keith Loria • May 30, 2017

Amplify's One Chip Challenge takes red-hot spice trend to the extreme

The company individually packaged giant tortilla chips made with the world's hottest chili pepper and dared consumers to film themselves eating it.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 26, 2017

AmazonFresh Pickup goes live in Seattle

A test launched in March, offering the service to employees, has apparently showed enough promise for Amazon to open the concept to its loyal Prime customers.

By Daphne Howland • May 26, 2017

Budweiser bringing patriotic labels back this summer

The beer manufacturer also will debut a new bottle in camouflage, and feature on its products the U.S. motto “E Pluribus Unum” and lyrics to the Star-Spangled Banner.

By Keith Loria • May 26, 2017

Butter-infused coffee maker Bulletproof secures $19M in funding

The trendy coffee company plans to use the money to launch new products and expand its presence in e-commerce and brick-and-mortar locations.

By Keith Loria • May 26, 2017

'Shape-shifting' pasta could reduce packaging cost and waste, but will consumers eat it?

MIT researchers have developed a gelatin-based, flat pasta that transforms into 3-D shapes when it comes in contact with liquid. 

By Caroline Macdonald • May 26, 2017

Sugar concerns spur alternative sweetener development

As more consumers turn away from sugar, manufacturers and ingredient suppliers are preparing for change — but that comes at a cost.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 25, 2017

Sanderson Farms reports strong Q2 earnings

Company revenue for Q2 rose to $802 million from $692.1 million in the year-ago period, outperforming analyst expectations. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • May 25, 2017

Campbell invests $10M in Chef'd

The company best known for its soup is now the largest strategic investor in the single-order meal kit venture. 

By Keith Loria • May 25, 2017

Unilever unveils new natural, dairy-free ice cream products

Breyers, Good Humor, Klondike, Magnum Ice Cream and Popsicle brands' 16 new frozen treats correspond to reliable flavor and ingredients trends, like an ice cream line made with almond milk.

By Keith Loria • May 25, 2017