Manufacturing: Page 127
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Consumers say they want fresh produce, but do they eat it?
A USDA study shows that despite beliefs that consumers are eating healthier, they still aren't getting enough fruits and vegetables.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 28, 2017 -
Will Unilever split?
If the massive manufacturer that spurned Kraft Heinz were to divide, its personal care brands could be leveraged as a higher value stock, while food brands could be an opportunity for growth.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 28, 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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As CPG distribution shifts, PepsiCo reaffirms its preference for DSD
The beverage giant values this model because it helps to solidify the customer relationship and get better execution at the store level.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 28, 2017 -
Will consumers go ga-ga for baby food meal kits?
Thistle introduces a meal kit for something that is relatively simple to shop for and prepare.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
A Balancing Act: How premium packaging leads to profits
Today's consumers want to buy products that catch their eye and meet their needs for freshness, sustainability, messaging and fun.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Changes heat up Nestle's frozen food sales
The manufacturer used social media, introduced new recipes and moved toward cleaner labels to invigorate its sales.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Why sales of meat — and alternatives — are both increasing
Mintel says 31% of Americans are practicing "meat free" days, and 35% of U.S. consumers get their protein from other sources.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 27, 2017 -
B&G Foods posts strong sales, earnings growth in 2016
The manufacturer has aggressively acquired and turned around brands like Green Giant.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 24, 2017 -
Naked Juice gets new labels in court settlement
PepsiCo's premium juice brand will have imagery that better depicts what is inside the bottle, clearer ingredient text and a warning that it is not a low-calorie food.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 24, 2017 -
Mondelez e-commerce efforts pay off with 35% jump in sales
The manufacturer is working to leverage this retail channel along with Oreo, belVita and Milka "power brands."
By Keith Loria • Feb. 24, 2017 -
Report: Millennials will pay more for premium products
Manufacturers can use ingredients, mission statements, sustainability and packaging to capitalize on these findings.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 24, 2017 -
GMO market growing at 3.2% CAGR
Even though demand for genetically modified crops is increasing, more than three quarters of U.S. consumers are concerned about whether they are safe to eat.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Sweegen sees potential markets with stevia
The sweetener is being tested by food, beverage and other companies, but is not being sold to consumers.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Hormel culls profit forecast as pricing pressure hits Jennie-O unit
The meat and snacks manufacturer expects to earn $1.65 to $1.71 per share for the year, down from previous forecast of $1.68 to $1.74.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Pinnacle Foods Q4 revenue exceeds industry expectations
The company's acquisition of Boulder Brands and strong performance from Birds Eye branded frozen products helped growth revenue to $858.5 million for the period.
By Emma Liem Beckett • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Spicy on the inside: Sriracha Seasoning Stix hit the market
This new product will deliver flavor for those who don't want to touch meat, but is unlikely to displace the traditional format of herbs and spices.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Label Insight announces partnerships with Albertsons, Conagra and others
Working with more leading retail and manufacturing organizations highlights the continued movement of the industry toward greater transparency.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Mondelez develops its own trendy new brand
Instead of following the M&A trend to acquire a cracker that appeals to millennials, the international manufacturer is making its own.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Live longer without GMOs? Earth Fare removes them from private label products
The natural products retailer believes that shoppers will see its more than 500 private label food products without the ingredients as healthier.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Health and sustainability initiatives put food companies atop Fortune's most admired list
Fortune released a list of industry rankings for consumer food products and food manufacturers.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Mealworm Bolognese, anyone? MOM's Organic Market gives insects a try
The East Coast grocer has introduced several “sustainable protein” products made with crickets and mealworms.
By Jeff Wells • Feb. 22, 2017 -
General Mills focusing on ice cream, snack bars, organics and Mexican food
The manufacturer has identified those four areas as places with opportunity to grow as traditional yogurt and cereal sales stay slow.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Hostess sees more sweet growth ahead
The formerly bankrupt indulgent snack manufacturer expects to finish the decade with more exponential gains.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Are job cuts the future of the food manufacturing industry?
Kellogg announced about 2,000 jobs could be lost through its new distribution strategy, but it's just the latest manufacturer to make this kind of a change.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 21, 2017 -
Cricket-based food startup awarded $100,000 by USDA to make bugs tasty
Can consumers say "cricket" without "ick"?
By Doug Harris • Feb. 21, 2017
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