Manufacturing: Page 6


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    Food manufacturers seek tariff exemptions from White House for some imports

    The Consumer Brands Association, which represents PepsiCo, Conagra and Mondelēz, said ingredients such as cocoa, coffee and certain spices aren’t produced in the U.S.

    By March 13, 2025
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    Danish dairy giant inks deal to manufacture whey protein in US

    Arla Foods will rely on a South Dakota-based processor to produce its ingredients as the co-op looks to expand in North America.

    By March 13, 2025
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    Hershey hires PepsiCo executive as chief growth officer

    Stacy Taffet, with 15 years of CPG experience, will be responsible for growing the company's expanding snacks portfolio that includes Reese's and Dot's pretzels.

    By March 12, 2025
  • Containers of General Mills' new ramen noodle offerings.
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    General Mills enters ramen noodles with Old El Paso and Totino’s

    Using the Tex-Mex and pizza roll brands allows the food maker to stand out in the crowded instant noodle category while boosting exposure for two of its most popular offerings.

    By March 11, 2025
  • President Donald Trump, joined by Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, signs an executive order on reciprocal tariffs in the Oval Office at the White House on Feb. 13, 2025 in Washington, DC
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    What 6 food and beverage companies are saying about tariffs

    CEOs of General Mills, Tyson Foods and Coca-Cola are among companies warning of an impact to their bottom line, with some predicting price increases from a prolonged trade war.

    By , March 11, 2025
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    Anheuser-Busch invests $4.2M to upgrade Virginia brewery

    The Busch Light maker emphasized its focus on domestic beer production as rivals fear tariff-related impacts to imports.

    By March 10, 2025
  • Packages of Mondelez International's Oreo Cakesters
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    Oreo-maker Mondelēz wants a slice of the $97B cakes and pastries space

    The snacks maker is using brands like Oreo and Milka chocolate to carve out a premium presence in a sea of commoditized cupcakes, brownies and muffins that its CEO described as “a bit dull.”

    By March 10, 2025
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    Target heats up its grocery assortment

    The retailer plans to add hundreds of private label items in 2025 and collaborate with well-known chefs on store brand products.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 10, 2025
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    Sweetening the deal: How Taffy Town stretched innovation further with automation

    Making candy is hard. That's why Taffy Town is taking the human guesswork out of its operations with automation. Now, employees use their heads instead of their muscles.

    By Brooklyn Kiosow • March 10, 2025
  • Jack Daniel's whiskey bottles displayed on shelf
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    Jack Daniel’s owner says Canada pulling alcohol from stores ‘worse than a tariff’

    The CEO of Brown-Forman said he's worried the move by retailers, a retaliatory measure against Trump's trade policies, could spread to Europe where its impact would be more severe.

    By March 7, 2025
  • President Donald Trump addresses reporters at the White House on March 6, 2025.
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    Trump pauses some Mexico and Canada tariffs for one month

    The move delays duties on nearly all agricultural products traded between the three countries, though steel and aluminum tariffs are still set to go into effect March 12.

    By Philip Neuffer , March 7, 2025
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    To make healthy food taste good, texture is key

    Ingredion says the attribute, a growing part of its business, can impact how quickly people eat, their fullness and perception of the food’s nutritional value.

    By March 6, 2025
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    Column

    The Weekly Sip: Monster’s bet on alcohol stumbles | Sparkling Ice maker pops into prebiotic soda

    In other beverage news, seltzer brand Waterloo debuts new fruity flavors to welcome the start of spring.

    By March 6, 2025
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    WK Kellogg earmarks $200M for supply chain updates in 2025

    The funds will support a multiyear initiative that has already led to improved productivity and reduced waste, according to company executives. 

    By Haley Cawthon • March 6, 2025
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    Sponsored by dsm-firmenich

    Beyond artificial: Creating a brighter future for beverages with natural colors

    Discover the secret to beverage colors that delight, naturally.

    March 3, 2025
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    ‘Mega brands’ Michelob Ultra, Busch Light boost AB InBev amid economic uncertainty

    The beverage giant, facing a stagnating domestic beer market, said the two brews are helping it weather a volatile environment.

    By Feb. 28, 2025
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    Coca-Cola Fairlife supplier cuts ties with 2 Arizona farms over animal cruelty allegations

    A lawsuit, which also claims the brand polluted nearby waterways, is the latest challenge for the milk offering that has become a $1 billion-plus brand.

    By Feb. 28, 2025
  • Beyond Meat's reformulated Beyond Burger hits stores in May 2021.
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    Beyond Meat cutting 6% of workforce to reduce expenses

    The layoffs come as the plant-based meat sector sees a slowdown in demand, forcing brands to shrink staff and strengthen finances.

    By Feb. 27, 2025
  • Products launched by Nestle under its Vital Pursuit brand that targets consumers taking GLP-1 medications and other individuals focusing on weight management.
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    Why food makers aren’t afraid of GLP-1 drugs

    Companies such as PepsiCo and Mondelēz haven’t seen an impact on business, while Healthy Choice maker Conagra sees the medications as a boon for some of its products.

    By Feb. 27, 2025
  • A photo of three bags of PopCorners branded corn snacks against a white backgrounds. The bags are for Flex protein crisps, kettle corn and veggie crisps snacks.
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    PepsiCo to close PopCorners plant

    All 287 workers at the Frito-Lay manufacturing factory in Liberty, New York, will be let go by June 6, according to a WARN notice filed with the state.

    By Jessica Loder • Feb. 26, 2025
  • U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau participate in a joint news conference in the East Room of the White House on February 13, 2017 in Washington, D.C.
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    Threat of Trump’s tariffs force food and beverage giants to prepare

    Mondelēz, Conagra and Diageo are among the CPG manufacturers positioning their businesses ahead of potential taxes on Mexico and Canada imports.

    By Feb. 24, 2025
  • Woman choosing sunflower oil in the supermarket. Close up of hand holding bottle of oil at store.
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    Sponsored by National Sunflower Association

    Separate myths from facts and discover the benefits of U.S.-grown sunflower oil

    Balancing trends and science is tough for food manufacturers, especially with misinformation. Let’s bust myths and explore the benefits of U.S.-grown sunflower oil.

    Feb. 24, 2025
  • General Mills factory in Buffalo, New York.
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    General Mills says AI has generated millions of dollars in savings

    The food industry giant doubled its digital, data and technology investments since 2019 as it pursues enhanced capabilities and supply chain optimization.

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • Feb. 21, 2025
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    Q&A

    How Kraft Heinz is using artificial intelligence to produce a better Claussen pickle

    The food giant is incorporating the technology across many facets of its supply chain to improve reliability and efficiency, with the venerable cucumber one of the biggest beneficiaries.

    By Feb. 20, 2025
  • Unilever announced plans to separate its ice cream business in March 2024
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    Unilever’s ice cream supply chain looks to solve last mile hurdles

    Technology is helping with forecasting and visibility, but the last mile remains complicated, an executive said at Manifest 2025.

    By Max Garland • Feb. 20, 2025