Manufacturing: Page 176
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Syngenta in barley deal with Anheuser-Busch InBev
The deal ties the beer maker's suppliers to seeds and procedures promoted by Syngenta.
By Paul Conley • June 17, 2014 -
After Hillshire loss, Pilgrim's eyes other targets
Pilgrim's CEO said regional chicken operations are likely takeover targets.
By Paul Conley • June 16, 2014 -
FDA finds sanitation problems at sprouts grower linked to outbreak
Officials are investigating Evergreen Sprouts LLC, but the company's owner says there is no proof the E. coli outbreak initiated there.
By Paul Conley • June 16, 2014 -
Coca-Cola Life rumored to be coming to US
The new formula sweetened with stevia has been undergoing testing in the Argentinian market.
By Paul Conley • June 16, 2014 -
ADM reorganizes Asian operations
The grain-processing giant is shifting its Asian headquarters from China to Singapore.
By Paul Conley • June 13, 2014 -
Supreme Court says POM free to sue Coca-Cola over false advertising
The case has major implications for truth-in-labeling laws.
By Paul Conley • June 13, 2014 -
Grocery Manufacturers Association challenges Vermont GMO law
The lawsuit has been expected since Vermont passed a bill requiring the disclosure of genetically modified ingredients.
By Paul Conley • June 13, 2014 -
Anheuser-Busch, MillerCoors post ingredients for first time
The two beer giants disclosed what's inside their brews following complaints from the "Food Babe" blogger.
By Paul Conley • June 13, 2014 -
Vitaminwater changes sweeteners, customers notice
Parent Coca-Cola has been inundated with complaints since moving to stevia.
By Paul Conley • June 12, 2014 -
Tennessee regulators drop investigation into Diageo
At issue was whether the company's whiskey could be called "Tennessee" whiskey.
By Paul Conley • June 11, 2014 -
Danone to close three European plants
A significant drop in fresh dairy sales prompted the move.
By Paul Conley • June 11, 2014 -
Wall Street thinks Annie's ready to sell
Amid the hoopla surrounding the acquisition of Hillshire Brands, Wall Street is searching for other likely mergers in the food industry.
By Paul Conley • June 10, 2014 -
Country Pure buys Fruitbud Juice
The purchase is the sixth acquisition by fast-growing Country Pure.
By Paul Conley • June 10, 2014 -
Cargill to end use of gestation crates for hogs
The move comes after years of complaints from animal welfare activists.
By Paul Conley • June 10, 2014 -
JBS reaches accord with slaughterhouse workers
The deal is a victory for the union, which won a 12.8% pay hike over five years.
By Paul Conley • June 9, 2014 -
Tyson wins battle for Hillshire Brands
Details are few, but reports early this morning put the winning bid at $63 a share.
By Paul Conley • June 9, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Chew on this: The battle to find a new sweetener for gum and mints
The gum and mint industry is facing some serious problems, particularly around the use of artificial ingredients. But recent breakthroughs suggest progress is possible.
By Paul Conley • June 5, 2014 -
Nestle hints at sale of underperforming brands, again
Nestle's CEO suggested his company was losing patience with sub-par brands.
By Paul Conley • June 5, 2014 -
Chobani lays off workers in Idaho
The Greek yogurt maker declined to say how many workers are being let go.
By Paul Conley • June 5, 2014 -
Hillshire agrees to talk with Tyson and Pilgrim's
The meat processor at the center of a full-scale bidding war says it will entertain offers.
By Paul Conley • June 4, 2014 -
As Annie's sales rise, organic wheat costs hurt bottom line
The natural and organic food maker said sales jumped 33%, mostly on a rise in snack purchases.
By Paul Conley • June 4, 2014 -
Bosco is back with new flavors, nostalgic packaging
The milk flavoring syrup beloved by baby boomers is getting a facelift and new marketing push.
By Paul Conley • June 4, 2014 -
Foster Farms sues Orkin over cockroaches
The poultry processor says failures by the pest control company forced it to shut down operations for three days.
By Paul Conley • June 4, 2014 -
McCain Foods rethinks expansion plans
The french fries maker has put a planned $100 million plant expansion on hold.
By Paul Conley • June 3, 2014 -
Sunny Delight brings energy drink to test markets
Unlike many rivals in the energy drink market, SunnyD X is caffeine-free.
By Paul Conley • June 3, 2014
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