Manufacturing: Page 76


  • Will KIND's new bars for kids feed parents' hunger for healthy, convenient snacks?

    The new gluten-free products come in chocolate chip, peanut butter chocolate chip and honey oat varieties.

    By Patti Zarling • Aug. 9, 2018
  • Flowers Foods hit by higher promotional costs, ingredient disruptions

    The maker of Wonder bread lowered its earnings per share forecast to a range of $1.00 to $1.07 to reflects these and other challenges impacting its business.

    By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 9, 2018
  • Monster reports strong sales gains, but margin pressures persist

    The energy drink maker said its performance was negatively impacted during the second quarter by higher costs for promotions and aluminum cans. 

    By Aug. 9, 2018
  • Lawsuit claims Nestlé's non-GMO seal is misleading

    The world's largest food manufacturer says its label meets federal standards, and has been verified by an international inspection, testing and certification company.

    By Aug. 9, 2018
  • Q&A

    Campbell's VP of digital acceleration races against quickly evolving consumers

    In an interview with Marketing Dive, Matt Pritchard discussed his team's focus on infusing digital throughout the company's people, processes, partners and platforms at a time of "unprecedented" change.

    By Chantal Tode • Aug. 8, 2018
  • Rice Krispies Treats introduces Braille 'love notes,' recordable boxes

    Special heart-shaped packaging comes as part of the marketer's partnership with the National Federation of the Blind.  

    By Erica Sweeney • Aug. 8, 2018
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    Despite revenue gains, Hostess stock tanks with reduced income and outlook

    The baker's net revenue for the period rose 6.2% to $215.85 million, but transportation and other supply chain costs weighed on the company.

    By Aug. 8, 2018
  • Good Catch Foods makes a splash with $8.7M investment

    The company uses a six-bean blend to create faux seafood products like fish-free tuna and crab-free cakes. 

    By Patti Zarling • Aug. 8, 2018
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    Amazon now lets Alexa users shop for delivery from Whole Foods

    The expansion arrives at a time when there are questions about just how strong the interest is in voice shopping. 

    By Robert Williams • Aug. 7, 2018
  • Dean Foods posts loss as dairy industry roiled by costs, oversupply, tariff threat

    The company has doggedly been adhering to its cost-cutting initiatives and expects to see benefits next quarter.

    By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 7, 2018
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    Scale up production with the 10X rule

    Using the 10X Rule as a guide will help you create a solid foundation for your next expansion, one on which you’ll be able to build a successful future.

    Aug. 7, 2018
  • MillerCoors pulls millennial-focused beer 6 months after launch

    The decision to end production of Two Hats comes as the company focuses more attention on improving the health of its ailing Coors Light brand.

    By Aug. 7, 2018
  • AB InBev's new accelerator zeroes in on sustainability-focused startups

    The beer giant wants applications by Sept. 14 for its pilot 100+ Accelerator initiative designed to help solve a number of global environmental issues.

    By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 6, 2018
  • Jell-O teams with DreamworksTV on animated series for YouTube, Amazon Prime Video

    "The Jell-O Wobz" encourages self-esteem and imagination while promoting the marketer's line of edible toys. 

    By Erica Sweeney • Aug. 6, 2018
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    Tyson's Q3 bolstered by prepared foods, beef

    The company's beef segment saw a record operating income of $318 million for the quarter as it continues to double down on its protein business. 

    By Aug. 6, 2018
  • Kraft Heinz beats expectations as deal talk heats up

    There are reports that the CPG giant has taken a preliminary look at buying Campbell Soup, but will not offer much of a premium if it makes a bid.

    By Jeff Wells • Aug. 3, 2018
  • As Necco liquidates candy lines, there are more questions than answers

    Former employees also have sued Round Hill Investments for not providing enough notice before closing the factory.

    By Aug. 3, 2018
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    B&G Foods bulks up on Green Giant frozen items as company sales jump 7.4%

    The owner of Pirate's Booty and Ortega said earnings before certain charges fell 4.7% to $74.4 million due to higher freight costs and the timing of price increases.

    By Aug. 3, 2018
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    Still in transition, TreeHouse's sales nudge up

    When adjusted for divestments and SKU rationalization, it appears that the private label manufacturer could be on the path to improvement. 

    By Aug. 2, 2018
  • Three startups secure a total of $350M to challenge traditional players in food and beverage space

    Brandless, Bulletproof and Apeel each announced new funding this week, which they will use to extend their footprints and technology. 

    By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 1, 2018
  • DouxMatok and European sugar company partnership could sweeten CPG reformulations

    The Israel-based manufacturer of sugar-reducing technology will have its product manufactured and distributed in Europe by Südzucker. A similar U.S. partnership may be announced soon. 

    By Aug. 1, 2018
  • Sara Lee's new owner hopes to thaw sales through R&D

    Private equity firm Kohlberg & Company, which acquired the iconic frozen baked goods brand and Van's Foods from Tyson in June, hopes to re-energize the brand.

    By Patti Zarling • Aug. 1, 2018
  • No bones about it: Sales of plant-based meat and dairy alternatives rise 20%

    The industry is likely to see continued strong growth as consumers look for clean sources of protein.

    By Patti Zarling • July 31, 2018
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    Danone's sales surge amid strong yogurt demand, social responsibility push

    While innovation and savvy investments help drive growth in much of the world, the company is embracing sustainability and consumer trends to foster future expansion.

    By July 31, 2018
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    Deep Dive

    How Big Food drives impulse buys online

    Whether it's via Instagram, a manufacturer's direct-to-consumer site or a click-and-collect grocery platform, legacy snack and candy brands are fighting to spark last-minute purchases.

    By July 30, 2018