Manufacturing: Page 13


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    Unwrapping Hershey’s $250M supply chain upgrade

    The chocolate maker's Advancing Agility and Automation Initiative leans on digitization to boost visibility and optimize manufacturing and procurement.

    By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 22, 2024
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    TreeHouse Foods expands recall due to ‘potential’ of listeria

    The private-label company said the recall now includes frozen toaster waffles, Belgian waffles and pancake products produced at an Ontario plant. 

    By Oct. 22, 2024
  • Trendline

    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
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    Taking a bite out of 2024’s biggest snacking trends

    Market research firm Circana identifies three of this year's major takeaways in a space that's experienced drastic changes in consumer preferences.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 22, 2024
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    Whole Foods predicts the major food and beverage trends of 2025

    The mega grocer expects to see more niche and ethnic snacks, high protein foods and unique textures in the new year.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 21, 2024
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    Molson Coors completes 4-year upgrade of Colorado brewery

    The Coors Banquet brewer said the modernization effort will result in less waste and help it save money.

    By Oct. 21, 2024
  • Brands owned by J&J Snack Foods, including Icee and SuperPretzel.
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    Deep Dive

    The stealthy snacking giant behind Dippin’ Dots, Icee and other treats

    While J&J Snack Foods may not be a household name, the company has drawn praise for its “unique collection” of category-leading brands and nearly recession-proof business model.

    By Oct. 21, 2024
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    Sponsored by Ecolab

    Harnessing digital solutions to ensure food safety and tackle labor constraints

    Labor constraints aren’t going anywhere. To stay competitive, F&B leaders will need advanced digital tools.

    By Melissa Cisewski • Oct. 21, 2024
  • Vegan confectionary products can tap into the estimated 24% of consumers who would consume more sugar confectionery if it were animal protein-free. Plant proteins not only deliver protein....
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    Ingredients in Focus: Sweet tooths spur better-for-you candy

    New product formulations and technological advancements in food processing are leading to an increase in confectionery product consumption.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 17, 2024
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    Hershey invests $500M to improve cocoa farming struggles

    The confectionery giant is working with cooperatives in Côte d’Ivoire to partner with growers as a way to standardize cocoa cultivation and lift profits.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 17, 2024
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    Umiami Foods rebrands to Swap, launches in US market

    The French food tech company aims to increase demand for its plant-based product, marketed as a one-for-one substitute for traditional chicken.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 17, 2024
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    Chicken processor recalls nearly 12M pounds of meat over listeria concerns

    BrucePac, a producer of precooked meat and poultry, has recalled hundreds of ready-to-eat food items available in grocery stores, schools and restaurants.

    By Oct. 16, 2024
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    Ferrero’s Butterfinger debuts first major innovation in nearly a decade

    The Salted Caramel bar, which debuts in April, is the first limited-time offering for the century-old brand under the Nutella owner. Similar changes are expected for Crunch and Baby Ruth.

    By Oct. 15, 2024
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    Cal-Maine plans $40M investment to expand cage-free egg production

    The U.S.' largest egg producer also said it's working with growers to add more free-range hens as it converts a former Tyson facility in Missouri.

    By Oct. 15, 2024
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    Kraft Heinz ‘betting big’ on reaching consumers away from home

    The ketchup and Mac & Cheese maker said its foodservice unit is “an integral strategic building block” to growing its business and raising brand awareness.

    By Oct. 14, 2024
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    Leftovers: Chips Ahoy! goes overboard for jumbo-sized cookies | Lifeway turns to trendy kefir flavors

    The Mondelēz-owned brand is launching a bigger version of its iconic cookie while Bobo's is tapping into fruit for its newest oat bar.

    By Food Dive staff • Oct. 11, 2024
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    Tilray CEO optimistic about cannabis legalization after election

    The Canadian company believes its marijuana-infused products are positioned to benefit no matter the outcome in November.

    By Oct. 11, 2024
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    More snacks to include fruit and vegetable ingredients: report

    As consumers' eating habits evolve, so has the way food manufacturers think about ingredients and their placement in products.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 10, 2024
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    Ingredients in Focus: Hurricane Helene batters pecans and shines light on the southern crop

    The recent storm shows why farmers and manufacturers need to be proactive for the next disaster, according to the CEO of pecan milk brand PKN.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 10, 2024
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    Nestlé taps into $110B global cuisine markets with Mexican, Asian brands

    The debut of Mings and Tapatío allows the food giant to capture growing interest for international cuisine, particularly among Gen Z consumers eager for new flavors.

    By Oct. 9, 2024
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    Liquid Death names former PepsiCo, Coca-Cola exec to lead retail expansion

    The appointment of Mike Fine comes as sales for the fast-growing beverage company hit a record $303 million for the year ending in June.

    By Oct. 8, 2024
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    Meatable preps for Series C funding round, hires new CTO

    The cultivated meat startup is eyeing its next phase of growth with an invite-only January open-house including investors, government officials and strategic consultants.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 7, 2024
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    Q&A

    Inside Smucker’s evolving relationship with US retailers

    Robert Crane, who oversees sales, said the Uncrustables maker is collaborating more with stores following COVID-19, supply disruptions and inflation to make sure their strategies are aligned. 

    By Oct. 7, 2024
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    How Milk Specialties Global CEO encourages innovation and creativity

    David Lenzmeier said that while food fads come and go, consumers seeking products that are good for them is here to stay.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Ingredients in Focus: Food colorings

    As consumers seek “Instagrammable” food products, food coloring agents are surging in growth.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Food companies have ‘bought the AI hype’ but some are unable to deliver: expert

    While optimism remains, the chief technology officer at IFS said manufacturers should hone in on what they need to solve with artificial intelligence.

    By Oct. 3, 2024