Manufacturing: Page 60
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Coca-Cola's diet drinks boost Q2 performance
The beverage giant exceeded Wall Street expectations, with a net income of $2.32 billion compared to $1.37 billion in the same quarter last year.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 25, 2018 -
Rethink Water raises $6.7M for kid-sized boxes
As environmentally conscious millennials begin families of their own, they are looking for sustainable, healthy products for their children — a sweet spot the manufacturer is hoping to be first in.
By Patti Zarling • July 25, 2018 -
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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Deep Dive
Are clean label foods healthy?
At IFT18, panelists discussed the disconnect between consumer perception of the mega trend's benefits and the actual impact it has on nutrition and sustainability.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 23, 2018 -
Deep Dive
3 unanswered questions from IFT18
While clean labeling, the definition of healthy and the future of lab-grown meat were on the menu again this year, attendees questioned — and challenged — the benefits of these trends.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 23, 2018 -
Ahold Delhaize challenges itself to make healthier foods
As the retailer tries to separate itself from the pack, the hope is that the old adage "health is wealth" holds true.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 23, 2018 -
Opinion
The evolution of food cans: an innovation journey
In more than 40 years, there hasn't been a single reported foodborne illness because this container failed, and the industry is constantly evolving to continue to be trusted and safe, writes Sherrie Rosenblatt of the Can Manufacturers Institute.
By Sherrie Rosenblatt • July 23, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Intelligent design: How smart packaging can shape the future of food safety
Technology can protect food from post-processing contamination, signal when a product has spoiled and could allow consumers to add preservatives to items at home.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 20, 2018 -
Takeoff Technologies targets speedier grocery pickups and deliveries
The company recently received $12.5 million in funding and plans to launch its first micro fulfillment center with a yet-to-be-named store in October.
By Alicia Kelso • July 20, 2018 -
JUST partners with European egg leader for manufacture and distribution
Eurovo will use its existing facilities and supply chain to make and move JUST Egg, then sell the product in retail and foodservice channels, paying royalties to the California-based company.
By Megan Poinski • July 20, 2018 -
Would an ingredient to prevent acrylamide formation in food be a game changer?
DSM has introduced an enzymatic solution it claims can reduce levels of the potential carcinogen by up to 95%.
By Cathy Siegner • July 19, 2018 -
Q&A
How a cannabis company can win mainstream consumers
Justin Singer, CEO of cannabinoids and ingredients firm Stillwater Brands, talks about its rise and goal to position CBD as a functional wellness ingredient.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 19, 2018 -
TreeHouse Foods to eliminate 200 jobs by closing Nebraska office
The private label manufacturer established the operations center in Omaha following its 2016 acquisition of private label brands from Conagra.
By Megan Poinski • July 19, 2018 -
Lay's debuts 8 regionally-inspired flavors for 'Tastes of America' tour
A food festival tour with influencer Hannah Hart supports the launch.
By Erica Sweeney • July 18, 2018 -
Deep Dive
The 3 things in lab-grown meat's way to industry transformation
Silicon Valley startups and NGOs believe this cutting-edge innovation has great potential, but regulatory red tape, the cost of commercialization and lack of government funding are proving to be obstacles.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 18, 2018 -
B&G Foods buys McCann's Irish Oatmeal from TreeHouse Foods for $32M
Sales from the breakfast brand were about $13 million in 2017, according to the private-label manufacturer, which got the steel-cut hot cereal brand in a larger acquisition in 2010.
By Megan Poinski • July 17, 2018 -
Can innovation and divestment shake up General Mills' flat sales?
Product launches slated for next year include honey crunch breakfast cereal made from Kernza, Nature Valley granola bites and a Pillsbury stuffed meatball and pepperoni sandwich.
By Cathy Siegner • July 16, 2018 -
Beef checkoff program hopes new meal kits are what's for dinner
The organization has partnered with American Foods Group to offer protein-rich meal kits in grocery stores across the country.
By Patti Zarling • July 16, 2018 -
Coke debuts 'One Last Summer' docuseries on Gen Z
The effort includes four 10-minute episodes that highlight friends' summertime adventures — all while sipping on the soft drink.
By Erica Sweeney • July 13, 2018 -
Campbell Soup beefs up e-commerce focus with new CMO of meals and beverages
Diego Palmieri, a veteran of SC Johnson, will be responsible for all aspects of marketing and consumer connection in the U.S. for the company.
By Erica Sweeney • July 13, 2018 -
Race for regulation of cell-based meat
How should the FDA regulate lab-grown meat?
Manufacturers, industry groups and consumers gave input at a public hearing as the agency works to write new rules before products hit the market.
By Megan Poinski • July 13, 2018 -
Dang Foods rolls out high-fat, low-carb FATBAR
The company, which is best known for onion and coconut chips, will launch the product on Amazon in September and in Whole Foods in early 2019.
By Patti Zarling • July 13, 2018 -
Spindrift sparkling water taps 'superfan' Kristen Bell for first national campaign
The brand looks to differentiate its product in a crowded category by emphasizing its real fruit ingredients and taking subtle jabs at competitors.
By Erica Sweeney • July 12, 2018 -
When it comes to caffeine, could less be more?
Beverage startup Tempo is separating itself from high-voltage coffees and energy drinks by offering tea that gradually releases the stimulant, preventing the dreaded crash.
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 12, 2018 -
Sprout Foods helps parents at mealtime with Alexa skill
The organic baby food company created an app for Amazon device that helps parents encourage their kids to eat healthier.
By Robert Williams • July 11, 2018 -
PepsiCo looks to generate buzz with new Hive incubator
The manufacturer joins other CPG companies such as Kellogg, Campbell Soup and Conagra who have made similar investments to uncover hot new products.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 11, 2018