Kraft Heinz debuts a pouch that makes a microwaved grilled cheese crispy

The technology, part of a broader push at the CPG giant to boost innovation, will first appear in Lunchables before making its way to three other brands.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 12, 2023

Coca-Cola launches beverage created with the help of artificial intelligence

Coca-Cola Y3000 is the latest flavor to launch under the company’s Creations platform designed to highlight its signature soda while drawing in younger consumers.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 12, 2023

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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.

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Eat Just’s Good Meat division fails to pay $30M worth of invoices

While it’s unknown why the cultivated meat company did not make the payments as ABEC claims, a source said the two sides are working to reach a settlement. 

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 8, 2023

Coca-Cola to sell BodyArmor outside the US for the first time

The sports drink’s CEO said the launch of the beverage in Canada in 2024 is “just the start of our expansion to new countries and consumers.” 

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 7, 2023

PepsiCo brings hydration juggernaut Gatorade into water

The electrolyte-infused beverage, which was developed by the CPG giant to help support all-day hydration, will start hitting shelves in 2024.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 7, 2023

From a regional soda to a national brand: How Sprecher is taking on Coca-Cola and PepsiCo

The Wisconsin-based company has spent millions of dollars and taken on debt to add production, staff and warehouse capacity to bring its craft beverages into 49 states.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 6, 2023

Nestlé’s Nespresso thriving as innovation stokes demand

Alfonso Gonzalez Loeschen, the brand’s CEO in North America, discusses the benefits of its DTC model, the effects of inflation and how the platform is responding to young coffee drinkers.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 5, 2023

The sticky regulatory landscape of cultivated meat and what to expect next

Attorneys Brian Sylvester and Tommy Tobin outline where regulation is heading and what it means for the major players in the space.

By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 31, 2023

Mycoprotein maker Enough raises over $40M to double production

The Scottish company has ambitious goals of producing one million tons of its mycoprotein product “Abunda,” which is the equivalent of replacing five million cows or more than one billion chickens.

By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 30, 2023

Anheuser-Busch invests $22.5M in its Houston brewery

The Bud Light manufacturer said the money will go toward enhancing workplace safety, upgrading the plant’s cooling system and reducing electricity consumption.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 29, 2023

Mondelēz leans on startups to help fuel ambitious growth plans

The Oreo manufacturer said SnackFutures, its venture capital arm, plans to at least double the number of companies in its portfolio by 2030.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 28, 2023

It’s the moment for macadamia nuts

Natural disaster threats and competition pose challenges for what’s known as “the king of all nuts,” but experts agree that the market’s potential is promising.

By Alexandra Frost • Aug. 24, 2023

MOSH raises $3M for retail expansion

Patrick Schwarzenegger — a former investor in trendy CPG products — and his mom, Maria Shriver, bring a unique profile to promote a protein bar focused on brain health.

By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 23, 2023

FDA names former environmental official as top food regulator

James Jones, the agency’s first deputy commissioner for human foods, will set and advance priorities related to safety and innovation.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 23, 2023

Juicy Marbles creates plant-based ribs with edible ‘bones’

Made from soy-based protein, the bones can be transformed into a snack, or used in broths and soups.

By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 22, 2023

Imperfect Foods aims for sustainability-minded drinkers with wine partnership

In collaboration with beverage platform Drinks, the upcycled food and beverage retailer is selling wine that would have gone to waste or is produced with eco-friendly practices.

By Chris Casey • Aug. 22, 2023

Could food freshness sensors be the end of ‘best by’ dates?

Expiration and date labels on packaging can cause confusion and food waste. To change that, companies and researchers around the world are testing inks, pH sensors, hydrogels and other approaches.

By Danielle Beurteaux • Aug. 21, 2023

Product testing firm working with Nestlé, Kraft Heinz raises $18M to fuel growth

Highlight, which streamlines the product testing process for CPG companies, said the money will be used to expand its business and hire additional employees.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 21, 2023

What’s next for cultivated meat?

The industry will have to contend with three major hurdles — cost, taste and scale — before the product becomes a regular part of consumers’ grocery lists.

By Alexandra Frost • Aug. 17, 2023

Kraft Heinz appoints head of North American operations as CEO

Carlos Abrams-Rivera will take leadership control of the CPG giant starting in January 2024. Current CEO Miguel Patricio will move to a non-executive role on the company’s board.

By Chris Casey • Aug. 14, 2023

From the freezer to the kiosk: Nestlé testing a vending machine that makes DiGiorno pizza in 3 minutes

With more than $1 billion in sales, the world's largest food manufacturer is moving the brand beyond the grocery aisle to places such as airports and college dorms.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 14, 2023

Smithfield to close 35 hog farms in Missouri

Meat producers are taking cost-cutting measures as they grapple with unfavorable market conditions.

By Nathan Owens • Aug. 11, 2023

Food bankruptcies surging as companies struggle with shift in consumer habits, access to cash

Tattooed Chef and Do Good Foods are just two of the highest-profile firms to file in 2023, with analysts predicting further bankruptcies in plant based, sustainability and alternative agriculture.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 9, 2023

Tyson Foods to shutter 4 poultry plants

The closures are the latest announced by the company in 2023 as it faces headwinds caused by slowing sales of its products and higher operating costs.

By Chris Casey • Aug. 7, 2023

Danone’s 50-calorie label claim receives watchdog support after challenge by Chobani

The evidence offered by the Greek yogurt giant, which showed Dannon Light & Fit Zero Sugar has more calories than indicated, was deemed “not more persuasive” than what Danone provided.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 3, 2023