Constellation's Q1 profit disappoints even as beer sales post slight gain

The owner of Modelo and Corona said it experienced higher marketing and transportation costs, and challenges in its wine and spirits brands.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 29, 2018

Fruit and vegetable powders deliver nutrients, flavor, color and texture

The market value is projected by MarketsandMarkets to hit $216 billion by 2022.

By Cathy Siegner • June 28, 2018

Is there green in THC-infused sparkling water?

Lagunitas, the Heineken-owned brewer, is launching Hi-Fi Hops, its buzzy "IPA-inspired" beverage, in California distilleries starting July 31. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 28, 2018

No yolk: JUST Egg is rolling out to new markets soon — including grocery consumers

The mung bean-based vegan substitute has proven popular among patrons at restaurants in three metro areas.

By Megan Poinski • June 28, 2018

General Mills cutting 625 jobs as yogurt, baking brands struggle

The company's Q4 earnings beat expectations, with net sales rising 2.2% to $3.89 billion, but investments in Yoplait and other brands have yet to pay off. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 27, 2018

Think pink: Could a rosy tonic water signal opportunity for craft mixer makers?

British-based Fever-Tree's naturally colored product reflects growing consumer desire for blush wine, spirits and cider. 

By Jessi Devenyns • June 26, 2018

RXBAR sued over ingredient claims on its packaging

A class-action lawsuit argues the brand's description of protein powder and juice-injected fruit as "egg whites" and "blueberries" is misleading shoppers. 

By Jessi Devenyns • June 26, 2018

Canada's 'better for you' food and beverage sector presents big opportunity for investors

Ideas and chances for investment are everywhere up north, explains PR professional Steve Campbell.

By Steve Campbell • June 26, 2018

Carbon dioxide crisis strains food and beer supply in Europe

Soccer fans in England may be unable to watch the World Cup with a Heineken in hand if the issues persist.

By Edwin Lopez • June 25, 2018

Hain Celestial's CEO to step down as takeover rumors swirl

Irwin D. Simon, who founded the natural and organic giant 25 years ago, will become non-executive chairman of the board after a replacement is selected.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 25, 2018

Why Danone plans to buy up to 25 food startups

The French company wants acquisitions that focus on heath, sustainability, plant-based protein and other on-trend areas.

By Patti Zarling • June 25, 2018

Kraft Heinz SVP Michelle St. Jacques on creating noise that furthers a brand

In an interview at Cannes Lions, the head of brand and R&D talked about recent successes like Country Time Legal-Ade and the importance of “really strong listening.”

By Chantal Tode • June 22, 2018

Millennial dining habits could spell trouble for food companies

According to a UBS report, delivery apps and online ordering could become the norm for the generation, leaving fewer people preparing meals at home.

By Cathy Siegner • June 22, 2018

AB InBev debuts first blockchain-based mobile ad campaign

Bud Light, Budweiser and other brands are leveraging Kiip's Single Ledger solution to get a clearer reconciliation of campaign performance data.

By Robert Williams • June 21, 2018

Can an imaginary superdrink make consumers fall back in love with dairy milk?

A Dairy Farmers of America campaign rebrands the beverage as Mulu, a millennial-friendly, protein-rich drink that provides energy for coding sessions and movie marathons.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 21, 2018

General Mills leads $12M funding round for GoodBelly Probiotics

Its VC arm 301 INC provided a "significant majority" of the investment in the company, which already has products in more than 15,000 stores.

By Cathy Siegner • June 21, 2018

Investors crave food startups, but will they overindulge?

A survey shows the most attractive young companies for an investment are those working on meat and sugar alternatives, and robots that prepare food.

By Patti Zarling • June 21, 2018

Kroger brings Soylent to more than 1,850 stores

The meal replacement brand's largest retail expansion to date could give the grocer a stronger foothold in the lucrative plant-based and convenience categories.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 20, 2018

Food companies struggle to overcome high freight costs

Some businesses are investing in their own private fleets, while others are diversifying their shipping options and reducing the frequency of deliveries. 

By Alicia Kelso • June 20, 2018

Google to invest $550M in JD.com in blow to Amazon, Alibaba

The tech giant follows in the footsteps of Walmart and China's Tencent, becoming the latest global giant to invest in Chinese juggernaut JD.com.

By Dan O'Shea • June 19, 2018

Why Costco's avocados will last twice as long

Apeel Sciences is debuting its plant-based film to slow the rate of spoilage at the warehouse club and Harps Food Stores — a discovery that could help curtail food waste.

By Krishna Thakker • June 19, 2018

Kellogg fights extinction with exclusive 'Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom' content

The company hopes to reinvigorate sales with footage on special-edition boxes and in-store promotions.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 19, 2018

Oscar Mayer deploys jetpack-powered 'Super Hotdogger' to deliver fresh dogs

The brand's orange jumpsuit-wearing spin on the super hero made his first flight in New York City on June 18. 

By Erica Sweeney • June 19, 2018

High-stakes legal case pits Pabst Brewing against MillerCoors

The $400-million lawsuit accuses the brewing giant of breach of contract and anti-competition laws, fraud and misrepresentation because it may not continue its manufacturing and distribution agreement.

By Cathy Siegner • June 19, 2018

General Mills doubles down on indulgence with Dippin' Dots cereal

The product, which is based on the flash-frozen ice cream of the same name, reflects growing consumer demand for nostalgic, sugary varieties.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 18, 2018