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JBS gets $15,615 OSHA fine for fatal coronavirus outbreak
While the meat processor is saying the citation is without merit, critics are calling it "measly" and offensive to the six workers who died.
By Lillianna Byington • Sept. 14, 2020 -
Nestlé CFO shares plans for 'sizable acquisitions' in the future
At a virtual Barclays conference, Francois-Xavier Roger said the world's largest food manufacturer "has been very disciplined" while completing large acquisitions and expects more to come.
By Jane Thier • Sept. 11, 2020 -
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TrendlineHow 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.
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Sam Adams joins crowded nonalcoholic beer space with planned 2021 launch
Boston Beer spent two years researching and brewing to create Just the Haze IPA, which the brewer says will taste like the real thing.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 11, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Coolhaus gets Ritz-y; Jelly Belly sweetens its offerings with premium chocolate
The premium ice cream brand puts its spin on tradition with Crackers & Cream, and iconic Hostess Snacks come to protein powder.
By Food Dive staff • Sept. 11, 2020 -
Smithfield settles with OSHA over COVID-19 outbreak
The pork processing giant will pay a $13,494 fine and create a team of experts to develop health-preparedness training for workers.
By Lillianna Byington • Updated Nov. 16, 2021 -
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A pitless cherry? Pairwise uses CRISPR to change produce DNA
The two-year-old food startup is using the gene-editing technology to remove the bitterness from a nutrient-dense green and seeds from the outside of a blackberry.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 10, 2020 -
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Plant-based NotCo gets $85M for US expansion
The Chile-based company uses technology to mimic dairy, meat and eggs, and hopes to extend its success in Latin America with products available by early 2021.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 10, 2020 -
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Molson Coors launches nonalcoholic drinks in bid to expand beyond beer
The new products, which include a seltzer with added probiotics, is part of the company's goal to reach more consumers seeking better-for-you beverages.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 10, 2020 -
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OpinionThe COVID-19 consumer: goPuff's 5 consumer trends to watch
Preferences are changing during the pandemic, and Daniel Folkman of goPuff analyzed purchase data to determine the most relevant insights.
By Daniel Folkman • Sept. 9, 2020 -
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Partake Brewing taps $4M in funding to expand fast-growing nonalcoholic beer
The company, whose brews are sold in Total Wine & More and some Whole Foods outlets, is open to an investment or acquisition from a big beer company to expand its reach.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 9, 2020 -
Nestlé invests $30M in Closed Loop fund to expand sustainable packaging use
The deal provides the Switzerland company with access to food-grade recycled plastics it can use for packaging in products such as Coffee Mate and Stouffer's.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 9, 2020 -
Oatly faces boycott backlash for its investment from Blackstone
Complaints about the firm's CEO's donations to Trump and ties to companies linked to deforestation are starting to surface after the equity group was the lead investor buying a $200 million stake in the oat milk giant.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 8, 2020 -
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Beam Suntory buys cocktail company, hoping to lead RTD spirits
The spirits company has plans to expand the range of choices of premixed drinks consumers can enjoy.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 8, 2020 -
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AB InBev picks North America chief to take over as CEO as Carlos Brito departs
Michel Doukeris was touted for his expertise in innovation, building brands and consumer insight, which could help the brewing giant grow.
By Christopher Doering • Updated May 6, 2021 -
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Tyson to pilot 7 medical clinics near meat plants
After the coronavirus spread at its facilities, the meat giant announced it is partnering with Marathon Health to operate the health centers, which will open early next year.
By Lillianna Byington • Sept. 4, 2020 -
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Inside Olam's shift to enhance its ingredient innovation
Jill Houk, corporate research and development chef for its spices division, said the company is now doing more co-creating with its CPG customers.
By Lillianna Byington • Sept. 3, 2020 -
Bunge invests $22.8M in pea and canola protein maker Merit
The investment in the Canada-based upstart gives the agribusiness powerhouse a minority stake and will help accelerate its product launches.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 3, 2020 -
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Nut butter maker Justin's expands into refrigerated bars
The Hormel brand is entering a fast-growing segment of the food space but will find itself going up against similar offerings from Kind and Perfect Snacks.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 3, 2020 -
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Califia Farms names CPG veteran Dave Ritterbush as CEO
The former Quest Nutrition and Popchips chief executive takes over for Greg Steltenpohl, the plant-based company's founder, who is retiring.
By Lillianna Byington • Sept. 2, 2020 -
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For Nestlé, the future of food is rooted in plants
The Switzerland-based company is investing heavily in its Sweet Earth brand and other plant-based offerings to grow in a segment populated by heavyweight competitors and nimble upstarts.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 2, 2020 -
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Chobani gamifies Instagram Story in multichannel push for new yogurt
A TV spot, influencer tie-in and audio ads on Spotify and several podcasts round out the effort to introduce Chobani Complete this week.
By Robert Williams • Sept. 2, 2020 -
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Snoop Dogg joins crowded celebrity gin space with Indoggo release
The alcohol sector has been popular with big-name investors such as Ryan Reynolds, Jay-Z, Post Malone and George Clooney.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 2, 2020 -
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Climax Foods raises $7.5M to improve plant-based food using AI
The company, founded by the data science lead at Google and Impossible Foods, is starting its research with cheese as it looks to find a simpler and more affordable way to make alternatives.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 1, 2020 -
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Plant-based food maker Laird Superfood files for $40M IPO
The company, which counts Danone Manifesto Ventures as its largest shareholder, posted $11.1 million in sales during the first six months of 2020.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 1, 2020 -
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A look inside Keebler’s efforts to modernize a 167-year-old cookie brand
From better ingredients to improved packaging, owner Ferrero is making changes to update the brand it acquired in 2019 from Kellogg without alienating its core consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 1, 2020
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