Consumers are demanding more from their beverage experiences

From tart kombuchas to savory bone broths, shopper interest in authentic, nutritious drinks has transformed the segment.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Jan. 22, 2018

Is there a market for quark in the yogurt space?

The newcomer to the U.S. has a low-sugar and high-protein formula that could attract adventurous consumers, even though few Americans are familiar with it.

By Erika Kincaid • Jan. 22, 2018

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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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New Liquid Death water wants to lure millennials with killer marketing

By using branding strategies usually tied to energy drinks, the company's creator hopes to make a splash in the premium category. 

By Erika Kincaid • Jan. 22, 2018

How our food system will be pushed to the limit in 2018

Mahni Ghorashi, a co-founder of Clear Labs, said this will be "a watershed year" for the industry as new technologies, processes and regulatory requirements change how products are made, marketed and delivered.

By Mahni Ghorashi • Jan. 22, 2018

M&A tactics evolve to maintain 'local' rep of small brands

Once the acquisition has been made, both the parent company and the small business it purchased must preserve product quality and customer approval. 

By Erika Kincaid • Jan. 19, 2018

Only 33% of consumers trust the food system, study finds

A survey by The Center for Food Integrity found many shoppers are wary of manufacturers, regulators and farmers, and that their confidence in the overall industry is waning. 

By Cassie Chew • Jan. 17, 2018

Goldman Sachs may sell US food manufacturer Hearthside Foods

The company, owned by the Wall Street firm's private equity arm, is the largest independent bakery in the U.S., and could snag a price tag of $2.5 billion. 

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 16, 2018

Post Holdings says selling private brands businesses is on the table

The company announced Thursday that it was also considering "creative alternatives" for the unit, including an IPO, private equity placement or a strategic combination. 

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 12, 2018

Study: Consumers prefer print to digital when it comes to ad circulars

But a growing number of shoppers are visiting retail websites and checking out targeted emails, suggesting stores might need to blend both new and old formats to attract people.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 10, 2018

Blockchain: The next revolution in the food supply chain

Judy Fainor, IT expert and chief architect of Sparta Systems, explores how this technology could solve the transparency and traceability challenges the industry faces. 

By Judy Fainor • Jan. 10, 2018

Constellation Brands invests in premium brandy and rum craft distillers

The beverage maker's minority stakes in Copper & Kings and The Real McCoy Spirits could reinvigorate growth in an area that has been a challenge for the company.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 9, 2018

A third of protein bars contain as much fat as a Krispy Kreme donut, study finds

Protectivity is pushing manufacturers of the trendy products to change the way they market to consumers, many of whom associate them with nutritional health. 

By Cassie Chew • Jan. 9, 2018

Lactalis purchase of Siggi's could strengthen its yogurt dominance

The French dairy company, which purchased Stonyfield only six months ago, has been actively expanding its presence in U.S. supermarkets.

By Cassie Chew • Jan. 8, 2018

Big Food has been missing something big: Shifting consumer preferences (Part II)

In the second article in a five-part series, Specialty Foods Association President Phil Kafarakis says top executives will need to reinvent their companies to meet shopper demand for old school artisan-made products.

By Phil Kafarakis • Jan. 5, 2018

Hershey and Cargill off the menu at GMA

A total of eight companies have now left the association amid struggles over evolving consumer preferences and division among its members.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Jan. 5, 2018

Finless Foods wants its lab-grown tuna to hit the market in 2019

The Bay Area startup has cut the production cost of its cell-cultured fish, initially running about $19,000 per pound, by 50% since September.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Jan. 5, 2018

Survey: Packaging, labeling determine whether a shopper buys a product

Research firm Luminer found peel-off saving coupons, attractive colors and helpful information can be enough to entice a shopper to buy an item.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Jan. 4, 2018

Analyst: Campbell could steal convenience store share from Kellogg

As the cereal company moves away from direct to retailer delivery, it could cede shelf space to the soup maker and its soon-to-be expanded snack portfolio.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 3, 2018

Cargill eyes startup mentality through new incubator

The global commodities company is part of a group looking for young firms involved in key parts of the food system, including security, safety and supply chain management.

By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 28, 2017

Sustainable palm oil deserves a seat at this year's holiday table

With the ingredient used in nearly half of all packaged goods sold in the supermarket, Dan Strechay with the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil says more attention needs to be given toward its future.

By Dan Strechay • Dec. 22, 2017

Nestle cites 'robust' interest, plans to sell US chocolate business by March

Potential suitors for the segment include Hershey, Mars and smaller European candy makers such as Lindt/Ghirardelli/Russell Stover and Ferrero.

By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 22, 2017

Report: More shoppers are choosing retailers for their private labels

A study by Acosta found 53% of consumers now determine where they shop based on a store's own brands, versus 34% in 2011.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Dec. 21, 2017

Ice cream: One of many reasons the cold chain is booming

With companies such as Amazon Fresh delivering products like ice cream and pizza to the home, businesses are playing catch up to ensure the chilled items arrive in good condition.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Dec. 21, 2017

Whole Foods' 365 has sold $10M worth of products on Amazon

The popular brand is now the No. 2 top-selling private label line sold on the massively popular site.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Dec. 20, 2017

Dole Food in talks to sell itself to Belgium produce firm

Greenyard says it has secured the necessary financing to buy one of the largest U.S. fruit and vegetable companies, which considered an IPO earlier this year.

By Erika Kincaid • Dec. 20, 2017