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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 Christopher Doering • 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 Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 15, 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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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 Christopher Doering • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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ColumnLeftovers: 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 Chris Casey • 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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ColumnIngredients 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 Christopher Doering • 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 Christopher Doering • 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&AInside 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 Christopher Doering • 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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ColumnIngredients 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 Chris Casey • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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French fry maker Lamb Weston to close plant, cut about 428 jobs
The restructuring comes as the supplier of frozen potato products faces sluggish demand for its offerings at restaurants and retailers.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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What to know about the FDA’s reorganization
The new structure includes the creation of a unified Human Foods Program, the adoption of a new model for the FDA's field operations and will mean more inspections for CPGs, according to experts.
By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 1, 2024 -
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PepsiCo to acquire tortilla-chip maker Siete Foods for $1.2B
The acquisition expands on the New York company’s efforts to improve the healthiness of its snacking portfolio as consumers watch more closely what they eat.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 1, 2024 -
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Top food and beverage events still to come in 2025
The remainder of the year is filled with a variety of conferences showcasing the latest innovations in ingredients, manufacturing and more.
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Anheuser-Busch invests $16M in facility to boost drinks ‘beyond beer’
The beer giant aims to expand production of its canned cocktail brands.
By Chris Casey • Sept. 30, 2024 -
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Kraft Heinz brings procurement expertise to Rise Against Hunger
The manufacturer is leveraging its logistics partnerships to help the nonprofit bring food to communities in need across Europe.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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Mondelēz expands generative AI marketing bets with new platform
Publicis Groupe and Accenture support the offering focused on faster, more efficient production of personalized text, images and video.
By Peter Adams • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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DairyX makes breakthrough advancement in cow-free casein
The Israeli start up developed a technology to create self-assembled micelles, also known as the primary building blocks of dairy products.
By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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ColumnIngredients in Focus: Coconut meat
Filled with manganese, copper, selenium, phosphorus, potassium, iron and other essential minerals, the trendy ingredient is making its way to more products.
By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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Nestlé‘s Nespresso launches first ready-to-drink coffee in US
The limited-edition beverage allows the brand to tap into the growing popularity of RTD offerings and further extend its reach outside of the home and office.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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DSM Firmenich launches new ingredient in alignment with immunity goals
The company’s dry vitamin A is easily integrated into food products through flour fortification.
By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 25, 2024
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