Marketing
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Applegate Farms launches sausage line sourced from regenerative agriculture
The Hormel subsidiary's New Food Collective features pork from small farms certified by the American Grassfed Association.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 19, 2019
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ColumnLeftovers: Chicken and Waffles come to cereal, chocolate milk for adults
Post once again shakes up the cereal aisle — this time with flavors from two savory brunch staples; Reese's offers words of encouragement with a peanut butter bar.
By Food Dive staff
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Fungus among us: New mushroom snack line signals category growth
Shrooms Snacks are made from produce grown and handpicked on South Mills Champs' farms in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 14, 2019
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Biltong's US popularity is building
More snack manufacturers are adding the South African meat snack to their product lines, although consumers aren't clear about what it is.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 14, 2019
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Devils Backbone brings beer packaging to life with AR
The craft brewer invites mobile users to immerse themselves in 3D animation while enjoying a cold one.
By Robert Williams • Feb. 14, 2019
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Opinion5 keys to driving CPG sales online in 2019
Selling products through websites and apps doesn’t have to be hard. It’s just a matter of knowing how, and SmartCommerce CEO Jennifer Silverberg explains her strategy.
By Jennifer Silverberg
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Deep DiveCupid strikes food makers as they take aim at lucrative Valentine's Day sales
Consumers are expected to spend $21 billion on the romantic holiday this year, and Kellogg and Hershey are among the companies tailoring products to it.
By Lauren Manning
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Gen Z consumers want healthier, more convenient food
Those born between 1995 and 2010 have helped move food culture from three sit-down meals a day to several snacks, according to a new report from Packaged Facts.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 13, 2019
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AB InBev launches Ritas Spritz to target more female consumers
Amid an industry-wide slowdown, the brewer's newest product targets women in hopes of actively persuading the demographic to purchase more beverages.
By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 13, 2019
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Tastewise uses artificial intelligence to digest information on the latest food trends
The site analyzes billions of data points — including more than 1 billion photos shared every month and 153,000 restaurant menus across the U.S.
By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 13, 2019
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Deep DiveReformulation is a gamble: The high stakes behind innovation
While the payoff for success can be worth the risk, companies must consider the potential pitfalls of changing up a consumer favorite.
By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 12, 2019
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Too mellow? How companies try to speed the cannabis beer buzz
Developing consumer-friendly infused drinks is a challenge because alcohol absorbs into the bloodstream faster.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 12, 2019
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Study: Eating organic makes pesticide residues in the body drop
After six days of an organic diet, researchers in California found the levels of synthetic substances in four families fell 60.5%.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 11, 2019
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Q&AHow the cannabis beverage was established — and expanded — by Keef Brands
CEO Erik Knutson told Food Dive how his company created sodas, seltzers and juices with the trendy ingredient, entered into a partnership for beer and where he sees the market going.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 11, 2019
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Petition asks USDA to exclude hydroponics from organic certification
The Center for Food Safety asserted in January that soil is a necessity for a product to get the seal, even though the National Organic Standards Board tossed out a ban in 2017.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 11, 2019
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AB InBev's incubator arm takes full ownership of RateBeer
Does a megabeer corporation's possession of the most popular rating site pose a conflict of interest? Some think it may.
By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 08, 2019
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ColumnLeftovers: Tom Brady hopes to score with pea protein; Unicorns bring magic to pudding cups
Will the six-time Super Bowl winner's plant-based powder be the MVP? And how to express your love through GMOs this Valentine's Day.
By Food Dive staff
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Cargill launches palm oil shortening line for baked goods
The company said PalmAgility has a smoother and creamier texture, meaning faster mixing times and better incorporation of ingredients.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 07, 2019
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How healthy is coconut oil? Lawsuit attacks label claims
The case, filed Jan. 24 in California, said the ingredient contains high levels of saturated fat and is not good for consumers.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 07, 2019
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Consumers miss their Sweethearts this Valentine's Day
After NECCO's bankruptcy sale last year, Spangler plans to relaunch the hearts in 2020, but some of the iconic confectioner's less-renowned brands may be back before that.
By Nina Sparling • Feb. 06, 2019
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Unilever expands healthy snacks with Graze acquisition
The CPG giant bought the brand — which offers a variety of munchies including nuts, seeds and bars — from The Carlyle Group for an undisclosed amount.
By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 06, 2019
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Is corn syrup a desirable beer ingredient? AB InBev Super Bowl ad ignites debate.
In touting Bud Light for not using the ingredient — and slamming Miller Lite and Coors Light for having it — the brewer attracted pushback from competitors and a "disappointed" corn industry.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 05, 2019
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McCormick turns to artificial intelligence to spice up product development
The Maryland company is using the technology to reduce the time it takes to create a new item by up to 70%, while increasing the likelihood that it has staying power on the market.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 05, 2019
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Survey: 80% of Americans are sharing candy for Valentine's Day
The National Confectioners Association set up a digital hub called Valentine's Day Central for those consumers who want to manage their sugar intake.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 04, 2019
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Winner, winner, chicken dinner: How Super Bowl snacks reflect trends
Although wings are expected to dominate the game with another year of strong sales, more American consumers are adding plant-based protein options to their Sunday spreads.
By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 01, 2019