BlueNalu is ready to take the plunge with long-range cell-based seafood production plans

The San Diego-based startup plans to introduce products into a test market in two to three years and break ground on its first large-scale production facility in five years.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 26, 2019

Will Smashmallow continue its success with a new line of gummies?

Smashing into product categories is what this brand does best, and an investment from Alliance Consumer will bring the low-sugar confections to shelves next year.

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 22, 2019

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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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Motif raises $27.5M to expand production of animal-free ingredients

The nascent company has about 15 products under development, including one that would better maintain the fat structure in plant-based burgers.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 22, 2019

Del Monte to lay off 844 workers as it closes 3 plants, sells another

The company told Food Dive that the moves are necessary to remain competitive, but no additional sales or divestitures are planned.

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 21, 2019

Nestlé cuts 360 workers — 4K layoffs expected in logistics shift

The CPG giant wants to streamline its operations, and changing how it distributes frozen foods is one way it's looking to simplify and save.

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 21, 2019

Sugar concerns box out kids' juice market

Companies are developing beverages with less or no sugar — and sometimes without any juice at all — to combat growing worries about overly sweet drinks. 

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 20, 2019

How CPG companies use price increases to bolster their bottom lines and reputations

As food and beverage brands face revenue challenges, Hershey and other companies are hiking prices on signature products.

By Lillianna Byington • Aug. 19, 2019

Kraft Heinz's comeback begins after months of procurement scandal

A bonus structure that rewarded cost-cutting above all else and insufficient review of supplier contracts led to years of procurement misconduct.

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 16, 2019

Parabel creates water lentil protein to replace soy or pea in meat substitutes

The Florida-based company said its neutral-colored ingredient is allergen-free, non-GMO and has a complete amino acid profile.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 15, 2019

New uses for ancient grains: Yogurt mix-ins, milks and performance snacks

Barley, buckwheat, quinoa, sorghum, millet and spelt could soon be added to new products as innovative food manufacturers look to tap into their nutritional benefits popular with consumers.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 15, 2019

Tyson shifts production after plant fire to 'keep supply chain full'

A dip in processing capacity will likely manifest in a depleted and pricier spot market for beef, according to consultants. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 14, 2019

After ICE raids, chicken processors say they need better immigration verification tools

In a letter to President Trump, the National Chicken Council said the industry tries to verify the status of job applicants, but loopholes allow prospective workers to submit "easily falsifiable" documents.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 13, 2019

3 trends in food and beverage packaging

They say you can't judge a book by its cover, but many consumers judge products by their packages. Food Dive and Grocery Dive took a look at three trends in packaging today.

By Food Dive and Grocery Dive staff • Aug. 9, 2019

3 investments food and grocery companies are making for the future

As food and grocery companies head into the future, they are exploring new technologies and new ideas to push their industries forward. Food Dive and Grocery Dive looked at specific places that are seeing interest and investment.

By Food Dive and Grocery Dive staff • Aug. 9, 2019

Tyson looks to robotics for the future of meatpacking

Engineers at the Arkansas pork, beef and poultry giant are working to create robots that will ease staff shortages and do jobs that may be dangerous or highly repetitive.

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 9, 2019

As Kraft Heinz stock drops to its lowest-ever price, CEO lays out ambitious improvement plans

Sales, earnings and revenues all declined and a $1.2 billion writedown was tallied as the CPG giant withdrew its future guidance. Its new leader vowed to return the company to both top- and bottom-line growth.

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 8, 2019

Post Holdings invests in demand planning to cut costs

Several brands within its portfolio share similar supply chain attributes — like sourcing and processing — that haven't been combined, creating the potential for significant savings. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 7, 2019

CPG industry is responsible for 1 in 10 US jobs, GMA says

The industry trade group said the segment is the nation's largest manufacturing employment creator, directly leading to 2.3 million jobs and $151 billion in income.

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 7, 2019

Kellogg to lay off 108 employees in Atlanta plant shutdown

"While this decision is the right thing to do for our business, it is never an easy decision to make when people are impacted," spokesperson Kris Bahner told Food Dive. 

By Lillianna Byington • Aug. 6, 2019

Climate change threatens production of non-dairy ice cream

An increase in tropical storms poses a risk to the coconut supply from Southeast Asia, forcing some manufacturers to look for substitutes such as tofu and lab-made milk.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 5, 2019

Thinking outside the box: How SafeTraces tracks food, not packages

The traceability startup uses DNA to track and identify items ranging from apples to oils. It is working with UL and JBT FoodTech to expand its reach.

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 5, 2019

Ain't nothin' like the real thing? Analysts look at the long game for meat alternatives

Comparing it with the sugar substitute market, Rabobank says perfection is elusive and there are challenges in coming up with acceptable alternatives.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 2, 2019

Impossible Burgers are coming to grocery shelves in September

The plant-based burger maker announced a large co-packing agreement with OSI Group and received FDA approval for the soy-derived "bleeding" ingredient to be used as a colorant.

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 1, 2019

Report: Nestlé, Danone and Yili are the world's most valuable food brands

Performance, business strategy, acquisitions and product quality kept these companies at the top of Brand Finance's annual rankings.

By Cathy Siegner • July 31, 2019

Crisco decision adds to conflicting case law over lab testing results

When plaintiffs claim laboratory tests confirm a manufacturer deceptively labeled its food, three attorneys from McGuireWoods argue companies justifiably believe they are entitled to details about those tests.

By James Neale, Trent Taylor and Ben Abel • July 25, 2019