Manufacturing: Page 2
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Transparency at the core: Quinn Snacks tells consumers exactly where their ingredients originate
The snack brand strives to have on-demand information that is "three layers deep" — the name of the farmers, the location of the farm, and the processes used to grow and harvest the product.
By Megan Poinski • July 06, 2018
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General Mills creates buzz with Amazon Prime Day cereal promo
The CPG company is offering a free box of Honey Nut Cheerios for qualifying consumers who use Prime Pantry, Amazon Fresh and Amazon Prime Now.
By Alicia Kelso • July 06, 2018
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Do refined ingredients count as GMOs?
According to the Grocery Manufacturers Association, if they are excluded from the new labeling law, 78% fewer products will have the disclosure.
By Megan Poinski • July 05, 2018
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How a new mushroom chip could influence snacking
Snack brand Mudlrk plans to introduce four varieties made from whole shiitake mushrooms online this summer and in brick-and-mortar stores later this year.
By Cathy Siegner • July 03, 2018
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Prime Day will officially begin July 16
The Amazon event, which will run a full 36 hours this year, will include Whole Foods Market deals for the first time.
By Daphne Howland • July 03, 2018
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Can 'Bob's Burgers'-themed meals help Blue Apron?
The limited-edition kits, which include three recipes inspired by the TV show, follow the struggling company's partnership with celebrity cookbook author Chrissy Teigen.
By Emma Liem • July 02, 2018
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Guinness taps into U.S. trends with new Maryland brewery
The facility, which is opening next month, will be the first in the U.S. for the brand since the 1950s. Diageo hopes it will attract 300,000 visitors its first year.
By Patti Zarling • July 02, 2018
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Natural food companies are revamping their marketing to boost online sales
Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods has pushed more shoppers onto the e-tailer's site, motivating sellers to change their branding and add new lines.
By Patti Zarling • June 29, 2018
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Constellation's Q1 profit disappoints even as beer sales post slight gain
The owner of Modelo and Corona said it experienced higher marketing and transportation costs, and challenges in its wine and spirits brands.
By Emma Liem • June 29, 2018
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Fruit and vegetable powders deliver nutrients, flavor, color and texture
The market value is projected by MarketsandMarkets to hit $216 billion by 2022.
By Cathy Siegner • June 28, 2018
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Is there green in THC-infused sparkling water?
Lagunitas, the Heineken-owned brewer, is launching Hi-Fi Hops, its buzzy "IPA-inspired" beverage, in California distilleries starting July 31.
By Emma Liem • June 28, 2018
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No yolk: JUST Egg is rolling out to new markets soon — including grocery consumers
The mung bean-based vegan substitute has proven popular among patrons at restaurants in three metro areas.
By Megan Poinski • June 28, 2018
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General Mills cutting 625 jobs as yogurt, baking brands struggle
The company's Q4 earnings beat expectations, with net sales rising 2.2% to $3.89 billion, but investments in Yoplait and other brands have yet to pay off.
By Emma Liem • June 27, 2018
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Think pink: Could a rosy tonic water signal opportunity for craft mixer makers?
British-based Fever-Tree's naturally colored product reflects growing consumer desire for blush wine, spirits and cider.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 26, 2018
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RXBAR sued over ingredient claims on its packaging
A class-action lawsuit argues the brand's description of protein powder and juice-injected fruit as "egg whites" and "blueberries" is misleading shoppers.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 26, 2018
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OpinionCanada's 'better for you' food and beverage sector presents big opportunity for investors
Ideas and chances for investment are everywhere up north, explains PR professional Steve Campbell.
By Steve Campbell
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Carbon dioxide crisis strains food and beer supply in Europe
Soccer fans in England may be unable to watch the World Cup with a Heineken in hand if the issues persist.
By Edwin Lopez • June 25, 2018
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Hain Celestial's CEO to step down as takeover rumors swirl
Irwin D. Simon, who founded the natural and organic giant 25 years ago, will become non-executive chairman of the board after a replacement is selected.
By Emma Liem • June 25, 2018
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Why Danone plans to buy up to 25 food startups
The French company wants acquisitions that focus on heath, sustainability, plant-based protein and other on-trend areas.
By Patti Zarling • June 25, 2018
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Kraft Heinz SVP Michelle St. Jacques on creating noise that furthers a brand
In an interview at Cannes Lions, the head of brand and R&D talked about recent successes like Country Time Legal-Ade and the importance of “really strong listening.”
By Chantal Tode • June 22, 2018
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Millennial dining habits could spell trouble for food companies
According to a UBS report, delivery apps and online ordering could become the norm for the generation, leaving fewer people preparing meals at home.
By Cathy Siegner • June 22, 2018
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AB InBev debuts first blockchain-based mobile ad campaign
Bud Light, Budweiser and other brands are leveraging Kiip's Single Ledger solution to get a clearer reconciliation of campaign performance data.
By Robert Williams • June 21, 2018
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Can an imaginary superdrink make consumers fall back in love with dairy milk?
A Dairy Farmers of America campaign rebrands the beverage as Mulu, a millennial-friendly, protein-rich drink that provides energy for coding sessions and movie marathons.
By Emma Liem • June 21, 2018
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General Mills leads $12M funding round for GoodBelly Probiotics
Its VC arm 301 INC provided a "significant majority" of the investment in the company, which already has products in more than 15,000 stores.
By Cathy Siegner • June 21, 2018
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Investors crave food startups, but will they overindulge?
A survey shows the most attractive young companies for an investment are those working on meat and sugar alternatives, and robots that prepare food.
By Patti Zarling • June 21, 2018