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AB InBev introduces 4 new low-alcohol craft beers
All of the new products will debut nationwide by spring, and the brewing giant plans to have 20% of its global volumes coming from this category by 2025.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 17, 2020 -
ColumnLeftovers: Jelly Belly flavors get fizzy; Nestlé brings the raw Fun(fetti)
The family behind the iconic candy started a company to bring their "stand-out flavors" to seltzer, and Siggi's puts kid-friendly skyr in pouches.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 17, 2020 -
PepsiCo to get all its US electricity from renewable sources
The maker of its namesake soda, Gatorade and Doritos plans to reach the target later this year. America accounts for nearly half of its total global electricity consumption.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 16, 2020 -
Krave embraces plant-based craze with new jerky product
The Hershey-owned snacks company said along with its product made from peas and fava beans, it's also introducing a pork rind item this month.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 15, 2020 -
Hershey, Cheerios and M&M's are among the most trusted brands
Morning Consult's rankings came from interviewing 16,700 consumers about their feelings for 2,000 trademarks.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 14, 2020 -
Kind Snacks lowers calorie count after USDA research
More than 95% of the company's nut bar portfolio will be impacted by the finding, which showed ingredients including almonds and cashews have fewer calories than previously thought.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 14, 2020 -
Quorn displaying carbon footprint data on some labels
The U.K. firm said the information is shown on some items sold online, making the company the first global meat-free brand to list it on products.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 13, 2020 -
Alcohol companies may miss out on billions in e-commerce sales, report finds
Industry leaders need to look closer at how often younger generations use online shopping channels and how much that influences consumer behavior, a Rabobank analyst wrote.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 10, 2020 -
Heinz uncaps new HoneyRacha condiment as part of Super Bowl play
The sweet and spicy blend is part of a campaign that includes a 30-second in-game spot and specially marked packaging that unlocks prizes.
By Dianna Christie • Jan. 10, 2020 -
ColumnLeftovers: Cheetos Popcorn explodes into stores, oat milk chocolate bars are cow-free candy
Frito-Lay's new launch not only gives consumers a brightly colored popped snack but also officially names the orange dust that accompanies it, and Dean Foods smooths out the lumps in cottage cheese.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 10, 2020 -
Could collagen dominate food and beverage in 2020?
From popcorn and drinks to bars and snacks, this ingredient is popping up in more products as consumers increasingly reach for functional foods.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 09, 2020 -
Magnum thinks pink with ruby chocolate ice cream bar launch
The premium Unilever brand is the first CPG item to bring pink chocolate to the U.S. with a frozen treat that will be available nationwide next month.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 09, 2020 -
Perdue Farms launches direct-to-consumer e-commerce site
The company will sell frozen beef, pork, chicken and lamb online under its own brand, as well as Niman Ranch, Coleman Natural, Sonoma Red and Skagit Red lines.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 08, 2020 -
Will removing cartoon characters from cereal boxes change consumers' focus?
In response to government scrutiny and consumer backlash about nutritional content, Lidl pledged to remove the drawings from kid-targeted packages in the U.K. by this spring.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 06, 2020 -
Consumers can trace coffee beans through new blockchain app
U.S. and Canadian consumers will be able to track the origin of their cup of joe by scanning QR codes on packages of Folgers 1850 premium single-origin beans.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 06, 2020 -
Apple's code red: New varieties take color to the core
Pink-fleshed Lucy Rose and Lucy Glo, developed from Honeycrisp and crab apple varieties, are the latest innovations to help enhance consumer interest in the fruit.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 03, 2020 -
Kisses for breakfast? General Mills partners with Hershey on new cereals
The confectioner's iconic chocolate drops and fruity Jolly Rancher candies will be appearing in spoonable forms this year.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 03, 2020 -
ColumnLeftovers: Cinnabon swirls into Breyers ice cream; Stuffed Puffs have consumers wanting s'more
Unilever partners with the decadent breakfast chain to heat up declining sales in frozen desserts, and King Arthur Flour brings new baking trends around the table.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 03, 2020 -
Ingredion introduces high-protein pea ingredient
Vitessence Pulse 1803 contains at least 80% of the nutrient and can be used in dairy and meat alternatives, bars, beverages, snacks and baked goods.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 02, 2020 -
USDA creates new strawberry with a longer shelf life
The new fruit called "Keepsake" is a spring-bearing variety developed using cross-pollination to have greater resistance to fruit rot.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 02, 2020 -
Duncan Hines introducing keto-friendly cake mix
The refresh of the Conagra brand will give those participating in the low carb, high fat eating regimen a chance to indulge.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 02, 2020 -
Diet Dr Pepper doesn't make false weight loss promises, court rules
This unanimous ruling at the close of 2019 from the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals could dissuade consumers from filing lawsuits about "diet" labels.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 02, 2020 -
Plant-based and functional flavors to dominate in 2020, experts say
Ingredient companies expect enhanced opportunities for hemp, botanicals and cleaner labels as healthier ways of limiting salt and sugar and covering off-notes.
By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 23, 2019 -
Frito-Lay publishes its top snack trends for 2020
The division of PepsiCo's R&D team is predicting spice, citrus, global influence, unexpected combinations and health benefits will drive product development.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 20, 2019 -
ColumnLeftovers: Siggi's launches plant-based and protein-packed skyr; Heineken gets 2020 off to an alcohol-free start
The Icelandic yogurt brand's new version uses a blend of coconut milk, macadamia and pea protein to deliver taste, texture and function; and Laird supercharges hot chocolate with mushrooms.
By Food Dive staff • Dec. 20, 2019
