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Molson Coors continues making beer at striking plant
The beverage giant’s CEO told attendees at a conference Wednesday the company’s contingency plan is allowing it to continue production with the help of salaried employees.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 23, 2024 -
Retrieved from Conagra Brands.
Food giants see opportunity to profit from consumers using weight loss drugs
Despite worries that the medications could dampen sales, Conagra, WK Kellogg and General Mills are among companies optimistic that sales for popcorn, frozen meals and even cereal could benefit.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 22, 2024 -
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Courtesy of PIPA
TrendlineThe Benefits of Functional Food Ingredients
Between consumers increasingly focusing on wellness, and comapnies looking to improve the taste and texture of plant-based alternatives featuring better-for-you ingredients, this market is having a major moment.
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Courtesy of Post Holdings
Post’s Bob Evans expands deeper into vegetables
The new refrigerated sides include carrots, green beans and corn and complement classics like macaroni and cheese and mashed cauliflower.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 21, 2024 -
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Molson Coors brewery workers strike in Texas
The local Teamsters chapter in Fort Worth is demanding pay raises to account for inflation, as another potential picket line looms over AB InBev.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 21, 2024 -
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US closer to identifying bird flu vaccine, Vilsack says
A campaign to inoculate poultry flocks, however, is likely to lead to thorny trade issues, according to the Secretary of Agriculture.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 20, 2024 -
Courtesy of Kellanova
Kellanova unveils 5 tech strategies to drive growth
The snacking giant plans to utilize AI and enhance its data analytics to boost its biggest brands such as Cheez-It and Pringles.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 20, 2024 -
Retrieved from Danone.
How Dannon has managed to last, and thrive, in a crowded yogurt category
The Danone brand has succeeded by offering a lower price point, a smaller product mix and versatility — filling a valuable niche in the company’s portfolio.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 20, 2024 -
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Vegan flavor market expected to boom as consumer preferences shift
A new report says consumers are increasingly looking for alternatives to traditionally animal-derived seasonings.
By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 15, 2024 -
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Cocoa supply issues could lead to smaller chocolate bar sizes: expert
Producers may experiment with new product formulations to avoid recent heavy price hikes on chocolates.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 13, 2024 -
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Deep DiveInside Keurig’s evolution from single-serve novelty to coffee powerhouse
The platform is aiming to more than double its nearly 40 million household user base by adding features and increasing the system’s versatility.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 12, 2024 -
Retrieved from Jones Soda.
Mary Jones launches hemp delta 9-derived craft soda
The Jones Soda brand was able to introduce THC-infused beverages in most states through a novel application of a federal loophole, which the company said helps centralize its manufacturing.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 9, 2024 -
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Louis Dreyfus building new pea protein facility
An increasing shift to plant-based protein, especially for dairy products, is driving demand for the ingredient.
By Rose Palazzolo • Feb. 8, 2024 -
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Hershey plans job cuts as consumer spending, cocoa costs weigh on business
The manufacturer of Reese’s and Pirate’s Booty did not disclose how many people would be impacted or when the layoffs would occur.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 8, 2024 -
Courtesy of Coca-Cola
Coke adds first new permanent flavor in several years with Spiced
The beverage giant is also introducing a limited-time beverage under its Creations platform called Happy Tears Zero Sugar, which contains salty minerals.
By Christopher Doering , Peter Adams • Feb. 7, 2024 -
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Meati Foods names CPG veteran to CFO as company juggles growth, profitability
The appointment of Phil Graves comes amid a slowdown in plant-based sales as cash-strapped consumers watch their spending.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 5, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Fibre Box AssociationScope 3 emissions data added to corrugated industry LCA
A new tool in the corrugated industry’s LCA makes calculating Scope 3 carbon emissions easier.
Feb. 5, 2024 -
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Bird flu roils poultry industry, raising concern over egg prices ahead of Easter
More than 2 million birds were killed in California over the last month as producers across the globe struggle once again to control the rapid spread of the virus.
By Nathan Owens • Feb. 2, 2024 -
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Keurig Dr Pepper expands partnership with Lavazza
The beverage giant will sell and distribute Lavazza’s K-Cups more widely while introducing the Italian company's Kicking Horse brand to the popular pod format.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 2, 2024 -
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Food trends for 2024: What’s to come this year
Inflation, consumer fatigue over price increases and other factors continue to weigh on companies. Everything from beverages to snacking is set to change in the year ahead.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 31, 2024 -
Courtesy of PepsiCo
PepsiCo brings Fritos into jerky with Jack Link’s partnership
Following a similar launch in 2023 with Doritos, the snack and beverage maker is tapping into opportunities to bring its popular snacking brands into new parts of the store.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 31, 2024 -
Retrieved from Utz Quality Foods Inc. on November 14, 2023
Utz to sell 2 brands and manufacturing facilities to Popchips owner for $182.5M
The transaction will help the pretzel and chip maker improve its supply chain, reduce its debt and better position its portfolio for growth.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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Nestlé to lay off 216 workers at Ohio factory
The food and beverage giant said the reduction in staff at its Solon location will help optimize its manufacturing network and allow it to better serve its consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 31, 2024 -
Courtesy of Beyond Meat
Deep DivePlant-based meat needs to beef up its messaging in 2024
Between slumping sales and shifting consumer mindsets, 2023 proved difficult for the sector. Here’s what analysts and experts say the category can do to recalibrate.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 30, 2024 -
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Say cheese! Inside Sargento Foods’ evolution into a $2B dairy giant
The 71-year-old company, once the target of prospective buyers, has stayed independent and prioritized innovation to grow and remain competitive.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 29, 2024 -
Courtesy of Tyson Foods
Tyson opens $355M high-tech bacon plant in Kentucky
The 400,000 square-foot facility has autonomous, box-stacking robots and driverless forklifts to help eliminate “ergonomically stressful tasks,” the meat giant said.
By Nathan Owens • Jan. 26, 2024
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