Another chicken price-fixing lawsuit filed, now from CPG companies

The plaintiffs claim breeder hens were destroyed to reduce the chicken supply from 2008 until 2016, inflating wholesale prices nearly 50%. 

By Jessi Devenyns • April 3, 2019

Salt Institute shuts down as new dietary policy discussion begins

The trade association didn't give any specific reasons for closing and its board said the group had made a positive impact over the years demonstrating "the essential nature of salt in our daily lives."

By Cathy Siegner • April 2, 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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Report: Mondelez close to buying Arnott's for $2.5B

The international snacking giant outlasted Ferrero and private equity for the Campbell Soup-owned brands, according to an Australian news source.

By Jessi Devenyns • April 1, 2019

Leftovers: Sun-Maid makes sweet raisins sour; Tyson's pizza chicken nuggets hit shelves

The growers' co-op is raisin the stakes with trendy innovation, and a bone broth joins the expanding list of keto diet foods.

By Food Dive staff • March 22, 2019

Fast-growing chickens presents texture issue for the industry

Poultry producers are finding some birds have woody breasts, akin to chewing leather, or squishy fillets known as "spaghetti meat." It could take several years to solve the problem.

By Jessi Devenyns • March 20, 2019

New Chobani Incubator class places an emphasis on diversity

In the latest group of startups working with the Greek yogurt giant, 75% have an underrepresented minority founder and 63% have a female founder.

By Megan Poinski • March 18, 2019

Tyson uses DNA to trace beef through the supply chain

Customers of Tyson Fresh Meat can now trace select products back to the ranch of origin by asking the company to run a test. 

By Matt Leonard • March 15, 2019

Leftovers: Elmhurst launches hemp creamer; Triscuit cracks into clusters

The company that ditched its cows to follow the plant-based trend creates a way for people to enjoy their morning beverage with hemp and sugar, and functional coffee gets supercharged with vitamins.

By Food Dive staff • March 15, 2019

Growpacker's new cannabis incubator launches with Ceria as its first brand

California is the new testing ground for big investment in the space as the co-packing giant plans to get brands into its large recreational use market.

By Jessi Devenyns • March 14, 2019

SAP, Bumble Bee Foods team up to track tuna using blockchain

Consumers will be able to scan a QR code on the final product to find out where their fish was caught and how it made it to the store. 

By Matt Leonard • March 12, 2019

Stories from the Consumer Analyst Group of New York conference 2019

Food Dive spoke with executives and analysts to gain insight into how CPG companies are positioning their businesses to capture growth and weather rapidly changing consumer tastes.

By Christopher Doering • March 11, 2019

From CBD to plant based: 4 trends that dominated Expo West in 2019

The topics were among those prominent at the five-day conference in California that included thousands of exhibitors launching new products and panel discussions on what's next for food and beverages.

By Lillianna Byington • March 11, 2019

CPG companies make 'significant' progress in reformulating products - report

The Consumer Goods Forum's annual health and wellness progress report found 320,000 items have been changed to limit sugar and salt since the global survey started in 2015.

By Cathy Siegner • March 11, 2019

Mondelez's SnackFutures innovation hub invests in prebiotic Uplift Food

Brigette Wolf said the snack company was drawn to the startup by its work to disrupt the industry through gut health. 

By Lillianna Byington • March 8, 2019

New report slashes guidelines for sodium consumption

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine said the mineral is linked to chronic disease risk, but will this be enough to change levels in processed foods?

By Cathy Siegner • March 7, 2019

RXBAR's prescription for the future: New name, new products, changes in leadership

Newly created umbrella company Insurgent Brands is debuting savory snacks this week at Expo West with the launch of RX Oats. The company's CEO is stepping down to focus on innovation.

By Cathy Siegner • March 7, 2019

Gottlieb's resignation from FDA thrusts uncertainty into food, CBD regulations

The commissioner, who moved forward with initiatives already in progress and on the horizon, is leaving in a month to spend more time with his family.

By Megan Poinski • March 5, 2019

Thousands of 'poorly regulated' chemicals found in conventional foods, report finds

A new Environmental Working Group report found most consumers aren't aware CPG products contain these substances, while fewer than 40 synthetic ingredients are allowed in organic items.

By Cathy Siegner • March 5, 2019

Report: USDA to release new food safety guidelines for meat companies

Amid a rise in recalls, an official told Reuters that companies will be required to start internal investigations when consumers complain and notify the government within 24 hours. 

By Lillianna Byington • March 5, 2019

Cereal sweetens the deal, adding indulgent varieties to attract consumers

Sour Patch Kids, Hostess Honey Buns, Churros, Nutter Butters and Peeps are now appearing in breakfast bowls.

By Lillianna Byington • March 5, 2019

Farmstead partners with Kraft Heinz to expand inventory

The company is adding pantry staple classics including Jell-O and Kraft Mac & Cheese to provide one-stop online grocery shopping.

By Lauren Manning • March 5, 2019

Moringa superfood producer Kuli Kuli gets $5M in funding led by Kellogg

Founder Lisa Curtis said the investment will help her nascent company launch its new ingredient business while continuing to scale its powder, bar and shot offerings.

By Jessi Devenyns • March 1, 2019

How blockchain can protect reputations and attract committed customers

Amid the uptick in recent recalls, Anant Kadiyala of Oracle writes blockchain technology can help businesses regain and reinforce trust from the public.

By Anant Kadiyala • March 1, 2019

Washington state bill would make manufacturers responsible for plastic waste

House Bill 1204 would require plastic packaging producers to either participate in a stewardship organization by 2022 or stop using the materials.

By Cathy Siegner • March 1, 2019

Partnership digs into stevia sustainability

Tate & Lyle and Sweet Green Fields are working with Earthwatch to understand the popular sweetener's supply chain.

By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 28, 2019