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Christopher Doering
Novozymes' enzyme cuts sugar and boosts fiber content in dairy products
The new additive's ability to address both attributes at the same time could make it especially attractive to milk and other producers in the space who have seen sales decline recently.
By Jessi Devenyns • March 26, 2020 -
Newly discovered plant pigments could brighten CPG products
Scientists at the New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research said auronidins could create more stable and intense natural colors in foods and beverages.
By Jessi Devenyns • March 26, 2020 -
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Clara Foods' chicken-free egg white ready to make leap from lab to shelf
After five years of work, the California company expects its fermented ingredient to be used in protein drinks and supplements in 2020 before it launches an egg replacer next year.
By Christopher Doering • March 26, 2020 -
Coronavirus forces manufacturers to shift more production to retail
As grocery demands surge, companies like Tyson Foods, Sanderson Farms and Cargill are changing their operations, from longer hours to adjusting output away from foodservice.
By Lillianna Byington • March 26, 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 -
Megan Poinski
How identifying root causes could help prevent foodborne illness outbreaks
With the food supply ravaged by a series of recalls, the Pew Charitable Trusts urged more companies and government agencies to use this approach to investigate contamination incidents.
By Lillianna Byington • March 25, 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 -
pepsico
How CPG companies reward employees working during the coronavirus pandemic
PepsiCo, Mondelez and Hormel Foods are among the businesses rewarding their workers with bonuses, additional leave time and raises.
By Christopher Doering • March 24, 2020 -
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Food manufacturing will stay healthy during coronavirus, trade groups say
Leaders of the Consumer Brands Association and the American Bakers Association told Food Dive their members are rising to the challenge and see no shortages of the basics.
By Megan Poinski • March 24, 2020 -
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Nature's Fynd raises $80M for alternative protein
Formerly known as Sustainable Bioproducts, the company makes food using a protein found living in harsh conditions in Yellowstone National Park.
By Megan Poinski • March 24, 2020 -
Opinion
How companies can cope as coronavirus impacts the food chain
Businesses need to remain vigilant in assessing their risk while mitigating against significant dangers and disruptions from the disease, said Steven P. Blonder, a principal at Much Shelist.
By Steven P. Blonder • March 23, 2020 -
Bankrupt Dean Foods drops Dairy Farmers of America as lead bidder
Despite losing its position, the dairy co-op is still expected to make a proposal for the milk giant by the March 30 deadline.
By Lillianna Byington • March 20, 2020 -
Emma Liem
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 -
Kerry Group
Kerry Group invests $125M in Georgia plant expansion
The project is expected to significantly improve the Ireland-based company's capacity to meet increasing demand for poultry, seafood and alternative proteins solutions.
By Cathy Siegner • March 19, 2020 -
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Just gains new partners to bring Just Egg to Asia, Latin America and Europe
The California company inked manufacturing and distribution deals with food industry leaders in South Korea, Thailand, Mexico, Colombia and Germany.
By Megan Poinski • March 18, 2020 -
Coronavirus is the latest challenge to face dairy industry
A Rabobank report found the upward trajectory for prices in the space that was present in the fourth quarter of 2019 stalled following the spread of the outbreak.
By Lillianna Byington • 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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Little Debbie Snacks owner invests more than $500M to expand Tennessee operations
McKee Foods' expansion, which will take place during 15 years, is expected to create 480 jobs and new production lines.
By Christopher Doering • March 17, 2020 -
Impossible Foods raises $500M to invest in the future and expand
The latest financial haul, which included investments from celebrities such as Jay-Z and Katy Perry, brings the total amount of money the plant-based firm has collected to $1.3 billion.
By Megan Poinski • March 16, 2020 -
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AB InBev-backed machine allows consumers to brew their own beers instantly at home
Drinkworks, a partnership between the alcohol giant and Keurig Dr Pepper, is teaming up with Golden Road Brewing to offer four beers that can be made using a special K-Cup machine.
By Christopher Doering • March 16, 2020 -
Emma Liem
Expo West officially canceled as New Hope focuses on Expo East
Rather than reschedule the event amid uncertainty over the coronavirus, the group said it will shift its resources toward its September trade show in Philadelphia.
By Lillianna Byington • March 16, 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 -
Nonalcoholic beer maker Athletic Brewing raises $17.5M
The upstart brewer said it will use the funding to expand into new states and purchase a facility in San Diego once occupied by Ballast Point.
By Christopher Doering • March 13, 2020 -
Christopher Doering
OpinionWhat's your beef? How bacteria could save dairies
For the dairy industry, gut health represents a real and valuable unique selling point, writes British copywriter Jonathan A. Finch.
By Jonathan A. Finch • March 12, 2020
