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WK Kellogg Co to keep Michigan plant, avoiding layoffs
After previously planning to move its Battle Creek plant’s operations to Canada, the company chose to stay in “Cereal City” after it was given a $5 million grant from the state.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 18, 2023 -
Ben & Jerry’s workers at flagship Vermont plant vote to unionize
The move at the Waterbury facility comes after employees at its flagship store in Burlington voted to join the union last spring, making it the first of the brand’s locations to do so.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 15, 2023 -
Trendline
The 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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Bird flu hits Cal-Maine, Post Holdings
The rapid spread of avian influenza is creating production complications for some of the nation's biggest food companies.
By Nathan Owens • Dec. 13, 2023 -
Behind Lactalis’ goal to challenge Reddi-wip with Président Whipped Crème
The gourmet cheese maker said its premium dessert offering capitalizes on increasing demand for baking at home and the growing desire for luxury products.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 12, 2023 -
Atomo Coffee plots sustainable success with beanless brew
The startup, which pitches its Arabica-free espresso as a more sustainable alternative, said it will use an investment from Suntory Holdings to fuel new product innovation and expand its reach.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 12, 2023 -
Tracker
How much do food and beverage CEOs really make?
An SEC rule requires companies to publish changes in stock awards given to executives. In many cases, it means millions more in previously undisclosed compensation.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 11, 2023 -
General Mills leadership changes further push into pets, international segments
The food giant promoted Jon Nudi, who previously helmed its North American food segment, to lead the two segments driving the most growth for the company.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 8, 2023 -
Campbell Soup’s Goldfish launches potato chip-inspired crisps
The innovation marks the first time the food manufacturer incorporated spuds into the nearly $1 billion snacking brand, which is popular among teens and adults.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 7, 2023 -
Consumers on weight-loss drugs buying less in certain grocery aisles, study finds
Buy rates are down as much as 20% in some categories, with bakery and snacks among the hardest hit, Numerator found.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 7, 2023 -
Post Holdings to close cereal manufacturing plant in Ohio
The Lancaster facility has about 200 employees and is expected to close by the end of September 2024. Production will be transferred to other locations.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 1, 2023 -
Biden steel tariffs could drive up canned goods prices, trade group says
The Consumer Brands Association also said the tax could result in the loss of tens of thousands of manufacturing jobs in the CPG food sector.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 1, 2023 -
Q&A
Kraft Heinz’s incoming North American president dishes on innovation, M&A
Pedro Navio, who takes over from soon-to-be CEO Carlos Abrams-Rivera, also discussed with Food Dive the biggest challenges and opportunities facing his business.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 30, 2023 -
Kraft Heinz launches plant-based mac & cheese
The product, which starts hitting shelves this week, is the third innovation launched by the CPG giant and food tech company NotCo in just over a year.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 29, 2023 -
Danone partners on $200M+ accelerator to reduce methane
The yogurt producer is the first corporate sponsor of the Global Methane Hub’s program, which will fund research for solutions that address livestock's effect on emissions.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 28, 2023 -
Anheuser-Busch spends $13M to upgrade Georgia brewery
The investment in its Cartersville location will increase the production of its craft offerings and beyond beer portfolio, which includes hard seltzers and canned cocktails.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 27, 2023 -
Cultivated meat labeling puzzle could bring legal headaches
Though regulators came to a consensus on what to call the namesake product in 2022, continuing debates over package labeling rules could still create headwinds for players in the space.
By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 27, 2023 -
How Fresh Del Monte uses its farms to test regenerative agriculture efforts
The produce giant is stepping up to address gaps in sustainability for tropical fruits by experimenting with conservation efforts on company-owned farms.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 22, 2023 -
Research suggests using more packaging could cut food waste
Ameripen, which backed consumer research by Michigan State University, says findings could spark a closer look at date labeling and other on-pack messaging as well as how to balance freshness features with weight concerns.
By Maria Rachal • Nov. 21, 2023 -
Danone’s Horizon Organic suspends use of milk from Texas farm at center of PETA report
The animal rights group released images showing animal suffering and deaths at the operation near Dallas. It urged the USDA to open an investigation.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 21, 2023 -
Brown-Forman sells chardonnay maker to Duckhorn for $400M
The luxury wine company said its purchase of Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards brings a leading brand in the growing chardonnay category to its portfolio.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 20, 2023 -
Snickers maker Mars to buy UK chocolatier for $665M
The purchase of Hotel Chocolat expands the confectionery giant’s presence in the region and increases its exposure to premium offerings.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 16, 2023 -
PepsiCo sets goals to lower sodium, incorporate more diverse ingredients
The Doritos manufacturer is in “a constant cycle of innovation to reimagine” foods so they are better for consumers without compromising on taste, a top executive said.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2023 -
Why Magnolia Bakery has high hopes for edibles endeavor
The New York City chain’s entrance into cannabis signals the continued promise food and beverage companies see in the space despite a lack of federal regulation.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 14, 2023 -
Ramen maker Nissin Foods to spend $228M on new US plant
The investment comes amid “unprecedented demand” for its popular noodle offering, with the company reporting four consecutive quarters of high double-digit growth.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 13, 2023 -
General Mills buys pet supplements maker Fera Pets for undisclosed amount
The purchase will be housed inside a growth equity fund created by the cereal giant to scale and expand newly acquired businesses for future integration into its core portfolio.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 10, 2023