Sweetening the deal: How Taffy Town stretched innovation further with automation

Making candy is hard. That's why Taffy Town is taking the human guesswork out of its operations with automation. Now, employees use their heads instead of their muscles.

By Brooklyn Kiosow • March 10, 2025

Jack Daniel’s owner says Canada pulling alcohol from stores ‘worse than a tariff’

The CEO of Brown-Forman said he's worried the move by retailers, a retaliatory measure against Trump's trade policies, could spread to Europe where its impact would be more severe.

By Chris Casey • March 7, 2025

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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.

By Food Dive staff

Trump pauses some Mexico and Canada tariffs for one month

The move delays duties on nearly all agricultural products traded between the three countries, though steel and aluminum tariffs are still set to go into effect March 12.

By Phil Neuffer , Sarah Zimmerman • March 7, 2025

To make healthy food taste good, texture is key

Ingredion says the attribute, a growing part of its business, can impact how quickly people eat, their fullness and perception of the food’s nutritional value.

By Christopher Doering • March 6, 2025

The Weekly Sip: Monster’s bet on alcohol stumbles | Sparkling Ice maker pops into prebiotic soda

In other beverage news, seltzer brand Waterloo debuts new fruity flavors to welcome the start of spring.

By Chris Casey • March 6, 2025

WK Kellogg earmarks $200M for supply chain updates in 2025

The funds will support a multiyear initiative that has already led to improved productivity and reduced waste, according to company executives. 

By Haley Cawthon • March 6, 2025

Beyond artificial: Creating a brighter future for beverages with natural colors

Discover the secret to beverage colors that delight, naturally.

March 3, 2025

‘Mega brands’ Michelob Ultra, Busch Light boost AB InBev amid economic uncertainty

The beverage giant, facing a stagnating domestic beer market, said the two brews are helping it weather a volatile environment.

By Chris Casey • Feb. 28, 2025

Coca-Cola Fairlife supplier cuts ties with 2 Arizona farms over animal cruelty allegations

A lawsuit, which also claims the brand polluted nearby waterways, is the latest challenge for the milk offering that has become a $1 billion-plus brand.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 28, 2025

Beyond Meat cutting 6% of workforce to reduce expenses

The layoffs come as the plant-based meat sector sees a slowdown in demand, forcing brands to shrink staff and strengthen finances.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 27, 2025

Why food makers aren’t afraid of GLP-1 drugs

Companies such as PepsiCo and Mondelēz haven’t seen an impact on business, while Healthy Choice maker Conagra sees the medications as a boon for some of its products.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 27, 2025

PepsiCo to close PopCorners plant

All 287 workers at the Frito-Lay manufacturing factory in Liberty, New York, will be let go by June 6, according to a WARN notice filed with the state.

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 26, 2025

Threat of Trump’s tariffs force food and beverage giants to prepare

Mondelēz, Conagra and Diageo are among the CPG manufacturers positioning their businesses ahead of potential taxes on Mexico and Canada imports.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 24, 2025

Separate myths from facts and discover the benefits of U.S.-grown sunflower oil

Balancing trends and science is tough for food manufacturers, especially with misinformation. Let’s bust myths and explore the benefits of U.S.-grown sunflower oil.

Feb. 24, 2025

General Mills says AI has generated millions of dollars in savings

The food industry giant doubled its digital, data and technology investments since 2019 as it pursues enhanced capabilities and supply chain optimization.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • Feb. 21, 2025

How Kraft Heinz is using artificial intelligence to produce a better Claussen pickle

The food giant is incorporating the technology across many facets of its supply chain to improve reliability and efficiency, with the venerable cucumber one of the biggest beneficiaries.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 20, 2025

Unilever’s ice cream supply chain looks to solve last mile hurdles

Technology is helping with forecasting and visibility, but the last mile remains complicated, an executive said at Manifest 2025.

By Max Garland • Feb. 20, 2025

Blow Pop maker plans $98M Tennessee plant expansion

Candy manufacturer Charms said it will hire 62 workers and bolster its Covington distribution center as part of the investment.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 19, 2025

How Graeter’s ice cream outlasted over 150 years of wars, depressions and deep-pocketed competitors

Older, but costlier production methods allow the company to stay true to its roots and dominate in Midwestern markets where it outsells Ben & Jerry’s in some stores.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 19, 2025

Food recalls have increased over 20%. What is your business doing about it?

Trust in food safety is at an all-time low. Discover the tactics being used to protect operations.

Feb. 18, 2025

French ingredients supplier Solina expands further into US with seasoning acquisitions

The company wants to become a “one-stop shop” for dry and liquid flavors following the purchase of Sokol Custom Food Ingredients and Advanced Food Systems.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 13, 2025

More ‘shrinkflation’? How Trump tariffs could reverberate through the food industry

Companies sensitive to inflation-wary consumers are unlikely to immediately raise prices, experts say, but could respond by changing ingredients, packaging and portion sizes.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 12, 2025

Post Holdings sees cereal demand dip as Gen Z seeks healthier breakfasts

Shifting consumer preferences and niche competitors are weighing on large players in the category, according to the Honey Bunches of Oats owner.

By Chris Casey • Feb. 11, 2025

JBS spends $200M to expand US beef production

The investment by the Brazil-based meat giant comes as it prepares for a rebound in the cattle supply after a period of contraction. 

By Chris Casey • Feb. 10, 2025

Shoestring innovation: Mi Rancho and Cameron’s Coffee automate on a budget

Automation has been largely inaccessible to SMBs due to high equipment costs and time expended on training. But there are more flexible options now: robot rentals.

By Brooklyn Kiosow • Feb. 10, 2025