Manufacturing: Page 16
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Howtian debuts innovation in stevia sweetener market
SoPure Dorado is a zero calorie sweetener that maintains its golden hue throughout the production process.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 22, 2024 -
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AB InBev to shutter Anheuser-Busch distribution facility
The brewer’s closure of the Massachusetts plant will impact 193 jobs. It comes amid a national decline in beer volumes.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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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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Pilgrim’s Pride to pay $100M in largest protein antitrust settlement
The poultry processor, along with rivals including Tyson and Perdue Farms, was accused of conspiring to suppress the pay of chicken farmers.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Can canned food outlast competition from flexible plastic alternatives?
With consumers feeling squeezed by inflation, food companies like Bush’s Beans and suppliers such as Sonoco see cans as a reliable space to grow in while also meeting sustainability goals.
By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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How a former agriculture industry exec found himself CEO of cultivated meat company Meatable
Jeff “Trip” Tripician is looking to work with the meat industry rather than pitting the two against each other.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Elmhurst 1925 launches a plant-based chicken powder
This is the company’s first product innovation outside of the dairy alternative space.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Fonterra and Superbrewed Food join forces for biomass protein technology
Under the partnership, the companies seek to address growing consumer demand for protein.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Extreme heat is destroying corn crops around the world. US exporters could see a boost.
Unfavorable growing conditions in Europe and South America may be a bright spot for U.S. farmers as they struggle to offload record supply.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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ColumnIngredients in Focus: Citrus fibers
Ingredion is tapping into its commitment to elevate consumers’ eating experiences by launching a clean-label texturizer in its Fibertex CF product.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Snacking supernova: Kellanova CEO says purchase by Mars will spark innovation
Steve Cahillane, who plans to exit the company after the deal goes through, said in an interview the nearly $36 billion acquisition will help the Pringles producer grow in new markets.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Packaging innovations: Twinings gets canned, Black Cow’s udderly different vodka packaging
In other news, Sensei Farms ditches its plastic clamshells.
By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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Snickers owner Mars to buy Kellanova for $35.9B
The deal for the Cheez-It and Pringles maker is the biggest in the food space since the Kraft Heinz merger in 2015. It gives the gum and candy giant a dominant presence in savory snacks where it currently has little exposure.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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Deep DiveYou can’t ‘replicate a Celsius’: How the energy drink maker evolved from an unknown to category giant
Revenue has doubled each of the last two years as its beverage’s functional attributes, better-for-you halo and novel flavors resonate with mainstream consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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Conagra Brands acquires premium meat stick brand Fatty
CEO Sean Connolly said the purchase, which complements its Slim Jim and Duke’s offerings, “is another step in reshaping our portfolio for faster growth.”
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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Ingredion sees falling income, continues to focus on texture
The Illinois ingredients giant saw a 9% year-over-year decline in the second quarter.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 8, 2024 -
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ColumnIngredients in Focus: Protein ingredients market forecast to reach $86B by 2028
As more consumers flock to foods with the macronutrient, CPG manufacturers are featuring it in many of the new products they bring to market.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 8, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Sip: Molson Coors faces declining beer demand | Nestlé brings Kit Kat into Coffee mate
The brewer said offerings such as Coors Banquet are helping drive sales despite a decline in total volume, and a U.K. canned cocktail brand hopes to make a statement in a crowded category.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 8, 2024 -
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WK Kellogg Co to shutter Nebraska cereal plant as profits slide
The Frosted Flakes maker also plans to cut production at a Memphis facility while boosting output at locations in Michigan, Pennsylvania and Ontario, Canada.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 7, 2024 -
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Logan Paul’s Prime sports drink hit with lawsuit from bottler
Refresco alleged Congo Brands, which sells the hydration beverage founded by YouTube star Logan Paul, backed out of its agreement to sell the drink.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 6, 2024 -
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Clio refrigerated bar demand heats up as yogurt offering upends dairy space
CEO John McGuckin said the snacks maker’s sales could reach $500 million as it boosts household penetration and convinces retailers to carry more of its offerings.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 5, 2024 -
Ingredients in peril due to climate change
As global temperatures shift and weather events devastate agricultural land, some ingredients and crops are in jeopardy. One expert shares advice.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 1, 2024 -
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Mondelēz adds new offerings as consumer definition of value changes
The Oreo and Ritz manufacturer plans to implement “targeted promotions” and launch more packs within the $3-to-$4 price range to attract cash-strapped shoppers.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 1, 2024 -
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‘Brewless’ instant coffee startup tackles crowded category
Diamond Brew is leaning into TikTok marketing and financial backing from investors like GNC’s CEO to win over Gen Z consumers.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 1, 2024 -
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Sara Lee, Wonderbread owners announce closures of plants affecting hundreds of workers
Flowers Foods plans to close a bun making plant in Louisiana, while Bimbo Bakeries USA will shutter two facilities in New York and another in Texas.
By Christopher Doering • July 31, 2024 -
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Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits buys New England alcohol distributor
The largest wholesaler in the industry is set to purchase Horizon Beverage Group, a company with nearly a century of experience in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
By Chris Casey • July 30, 2024
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