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IFT20 will go virtual because of coronavirus threat
The Institute of Food Technologists announced the change to its annual July event early, giving organizers time to pivot the conference experience and attendees the opportunity to alter their plans.
By Megan Poinski • March 31, 2020 -
Most brands aren't ready to win in e-commerce, report says
As consumers shopping online skyrockets, the findings from Kantar and Profitero show companies where they need to improve their efforts.
By Megan Poinski • March 30, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Coolhaus makes ice cream fit for a queen (or duchess); Champango pops up for warm weather brunch
The women-owned frozen treat brand is targeting a certain member of Britain's royal family with its International Women's Day launch, and Scramblers puts a healthy breakfast in a bar.
By Food Dive staff • March 27, 2020 -
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Diageo CMO Saller steps down after 20 years with spirits giant
Serving as marketing chief since 2013, she earned frequent industry accolades, particularly for her work around gender equality.
By Peter Adams • March 26, 2020 -
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OpinionProduct testing in real-life situations helps uncover consumer insight
By trying the item at gyms, bars, restaurants and other places where it's likely to be used, Sean Bisceglia with Curion said companies are increasing the chance that it will be a success.
By Sean Bisceglia • March 25, 2020 -
Alcohol companies pivot to producing hand sanitizer as coronavirus intensifies
As consumers empty store shelves of the popular gel, local distilleries and bigger companies like Diageo and Anheuser-Busch are helping to alleviate the shortage while finding a new source of revenue.
By Jessi Devenyns • March 23, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Chick-fil-A gets saucy with grocery launch; Drumstick takes cookies and cream to a new level
The chicken sandwich giant is doing a pilot launch in Florida with two of its signature dips, and Treeline Treenut Cheese creates a spread consumers could go nuts for.
By Food Dive staff • March 20, 2020 -
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Coronavirus canceled Expo West. Organizers now look to an enhanced Expo East.
Carlotta Mast of New Hope Network talked to Food Dive about the decision to scrap the conference and how they are preparing for a bigger event in Philadelphia.
By Lillianna Byington • March 20, 2020 -
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Deep Dive'It's a huge blow': How businesses are moving forward after coronavirus canceled Expo West
The annual trade show is critical in helping launch products, and the loss of face time with retailers and buyers has left many companies searching for creative solutions to recover.
By Lillianna Byington , Christopher Doering , Megan Poinski • March 19, 2020 -
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USDA sets parameters for items labeled 'healthy'
Food products could use this claim if their fat profile contains mostly mono and polyunsaturated fats or a serving has at least 10% of the government-set daily value of potassium or vitamin D.
By Megan Poinski • March 18, 2020 -
New Age may divest smaller brands to focus on Nestea, Evian and illy
The drinks manufacturer and distributor said beverages in retail and e-commerce need scale to compete, something that can be harder for smaller offerings.
By Christopher Doering • March 18, 2020 -
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Chips Ahoy brings back mascot after 6 years to promote mashup flavors
The animated icon was described as a "loveable optimist" that will appear in collaborations with content creators and on social media.
By Dianna Christie • March 17, 2020 -
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Coronavirus strains beef and pork industries
A tightening labor market as schools close and workers need to care for their children, along with falling consumer demand, are problems confronting the meat sector.
By Cathy Siegner • March 13, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Cap'n Crunch pancakes will beat the breakfast blues; SweeTarts Ropes lasso fruity flavor
The cereal mascot has a colorful take on Aunt Jemima's breakfast offerings, and Aldi introduces hummus that is kind of a big dill.
By Food Dive staff • March 13, 2020 -
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FDA rolls out consumer education on Nutrition Facts changes
The updated food label had to be included on large manufacturers' products by Jan. 1, but the new format has been used by thousands of products for years.
By Megan Poinski • March 12, 2020 -
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Why food titans invested $200M to form plant-based platform LiveKindly
The company, which has used the funding to acquire two manufacturers, invest in a pea protein firm and buy a website, is currently eyeing the chicken space.
By Megan Poinski • March 11, 2020 -
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Beyond Breakfast Sausage launches at retail
The product, which will be on store shelves later this month, enters a suddenly crowded field and compete against similar offerings from Impossible Foods, Kellogg, Nestlé and Greenleaf Foods.
By Megan Poinski • March 10, 2020 -
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Will LQD craft malt beverages help Anheuser Busch reimagine alcohol?
The first products from the new line include Hard Agave Limeade, Hard Passion Fruit Green Tea and Hard Hibiscus Green Tea and contain 5.2% to 5.9% ABV.
By Cathy Siegner • March 10, 2020 -
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Years after GMOs became controversial, the federal government launches consumer education
As food manufacturers put "bioengineered" labels on products made through genetic modification, the FDA, USDA and EPA are using the campaign to share the story behind these crops.
By Megan Poinski • March 06, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: LaCroix turns 'UP!!' innovation; Dymatize gives consumers a yabba-dabba-doo time
The always-over-the-top sparkling water brand introduces LimonCello and Pastèque flavors, and Sliq is the freezer pops consumers loved as kids all grown up.
By Food Dive staff • March 06, 2020 -
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Constellation announces minority stake in Karma Wellness Water
This is the beverage giant's first nonalcoholic investment, and it's launching a marketing campaign focusing on its patented push cap, which delivers vitamins and probiotics when twisted.
By Cathy Siegner • March 06, 2020 -
Plant-based foods' market value rises to $5B, report says
Plant-based dairy and meat were the biggest growth drivers as the segment's sales grew 11.4% last year, according to data commissioned by the Plant Based Foods Association and The Good Food Institute.
By Cathy Siegner • March 05, 2020 -
Coalition sues to end organic certification for hydroponic farming
The Center for Food Safety and several organic producers and compliance agencies say federal law requires this farming method to "foster soil fertility."
By Megan Poinski • March 05, 2020 -
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JBS enters crowded plant-based segment with Ozo brand
The Brazilian meat giant's new product line, made from a blend of pea and rice protein fermented by shiitake mushrooms, hits shelves next month.
By Megan Poinski • March 04, 2020 -
Lillianna Byington
Expo West postponed amid coronavirus fears
New Hope Network plans to announce a new date for the show in mid-April and has set up a rebate fund of $5 million to help small businesses impacted by the change.
By Lillianna Byington • March 03, 2020
