Corporate Operations: Page 143
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McCafé packaged coffee to be distributed by Keurig Dr Pepper
The previous partnership the fast food brand had with Kraft Heinz will end next year, the company says.
By Lillianna Byington • Sept. 26, 2019 -
Food companies are aligning with international sustainability goals, but need to do more, study finds
The Barilla Foundation saw a lack of detailed supply chain analysis as well as insufficient evidence of companies' corporate citizenship.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 26, 2019 -
Trendline
Mergers and acquisitions
Declining sales and slowing consumption have more companies divesting brands, opening the door for smaller players and private equity firms to expand their portfolios.
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GMA will become the Consumer Brands Association in 2020
The new name for the leading trade group for the food, beverage and CPG industry reflects its new focus on people who use the products and larger issues that unite companies making items ranging from bread to bandages to beer.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 26, 2019 -
Blue California to commercialize production of allulose sweetener
The FDA said in April the ingredient was exempt from the "total sugars" and "added sugars" line on a label, potentially making it a more attractive option for food and beverage makers.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 26, 2019 -
How mobile helps Hershey manage impulse purchases
Ahead of peak candy-buying season, executives at Advertising Week shared how mobile can bring together media, distribution and customer insights.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • Sept. 25, 2019 -
Kind takes Fruit Bites off the market with a crusade against artificial colors
Citing "retail failure," the company announced the snacks would no longer be sold in stores — and made a public display of the amount of synthetic dyes U.S. children eat on a daily basis.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 25, 2019 -
Nestlé's Awesome Burger debuts in crowded plant-based meat space
Sweet Earth founders Kelly and Brian Swette discuss their relationship with the Swiss food giant, the creation of the product and why it will beat its competitors.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 25, 2019 -
'Avengers' memes and cheese bunkers: Inside 1 of Kellogg's most successful launches
At Advertising Week, CMO of North America Gail Horwood dished on the premarket research and real-time response that turned Cheez-It Snap'd into a fan favorite.
By Peter Adams • Sept. 25, 2019 -
Tyson and Coca-Cola integrate branded products into eMeals recipes
As manufacturers look for ways to increase online grocery shopping penetration, auto-populating shopping carts has proved to be a winning strategy.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 25, 2019 -
Deep Dive
How big name investors can change a brand's future
"It's like the cool kid in class. If the popular kids do it, then other people are more willing to try," said the CEO of Chirps Chips, a cricket snack brand that secured an investment from Mark Cuban.
By Lillianna Byington • Sept. 24, 2019 -
Food companies lead the charge to increase biodiversity
The 19 global companies forming One Planet Business for Biodiversity pledge to have definitive proposals to stop the loss of smaller crop species by October 2020.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 24, 2019 -
Deep Dive
How Folgers has ushered in almost 170 years of happy mornings
The coffee brand has stayed on top through innovation and an eye on its rich history despite growing competition, new trends and shifts in how and where people drink the beverage.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 23, 2019 -
Lay's goes 'Insta-worthy' in packaging refresh to attract younger consumers
The PepsiCo brand will support its first redesign in a dozen years with TV, digital and OOH ads.
By Barry Levine • Sept. 20, 2019 -
Why Vita Coco's parent company hired the former Boston Beer CEO as president
In the newly created position at All Market Inc., Martin Roper will oversee operations and priorities for the New York-based beverage company.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 20, 2019 -
Bell Flavors & Fragrances launches line of hemp-sourced flavors and extracts
The new ingredients are combined with other natural flavors for use in alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, baked goods and savory products.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 19, 2019 -
Industry should advocate for Trump's trade and immigration reforms, says USDA head
The president is agriculture's "best advocate," Sonny Perdue told attendees at the United Fresh Produce Association's Washington Conference.
By Lillianna Byington • Sept. 19, 2019 -
Keurig Dr Pepper-backed firm launches smart nutrition bottle
LifeFuels, in which the soda giant invested last year, allows consumers to create personalized beverages on the go while tracking their hydration goals.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 18, 2019 -
USDA
Cargill to shut down fresh and frozen turkey production at Texas plant
The Minnesota company has closed other facilities in the past few years, including a beef plant in Milwaukee and a malt plant in North Dakota.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 17, 2019 -
Opinion
What happened to my Bud? Beverage makers flock to CBD-infused drinks
Beer and other drink companies are concerned that consumers would trade in their product for one with the cannabis compound — providing the high but without the calories.
By Tom Newmaster • Sept. 17, 2019 -
Plant-based meat survivor: Which brands will stay on the shelf?
As more companies flood the space with products like faux hamburgers, only the ones with the highest quality and taste will outlast the market, Beyond Meat Executive Chairman Seth Goldman said.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 17, 2019 -
Are big CPG companies getting serious about reducing plastic packaging?
Nestlé's new research institute will devise more environmentally friendly solutions, and PepsiCo plans to reduce the amount of virgin plastic in its beverage containers by 2025.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 16, 2019 -
Oreo debuts Alexa integration to help fans guess mystery flavor
It will provide clues for guessing the new variety and place direct voice orders.
By Robert Williams • Sept. 16, 2019 -
Redefine Meat raises $6M to produce 3D-printed meat alternatives
The Israeli startup said it can produce animal-free meat with the same appearance, texture and flavor as the traditional version. It hopes to enter mass production in 2021.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 13, 2019 -
Column
Leftovers: Yogurt gets a caffeinated boost, MillerCoors brews hard coffee
Danone is launching Oikos Pro Fuel, a drinkable yogurt packed with 100 milligrams of caffeine; and Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treats partnered with Autism Speaks to create sensory love notes.
By Food Dive staff • Sept. 13, 2019 -
Canopy Growth's CFO predicts long-term growth following rocky summer
The Canadian cannabis company has endured a challenging 2019 that has included the surprise firing of its co-CEO and strained relations with its major investor, Constellation Brands.
By Jane Thier • Sept. 13, 2019
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