As DOJ investigates price-fixing against chicken industry, do criminal charges loom?

Tyson Foods, Sanderson Farms and Pilgrim's Pride are among the processors who have denied claims from retailers, restaurants and others accusing them of colluding to keep prices high.

By Lillianna Byington • Updated June 27, 2019

Advocacy group pushes for cancer warning on alcohol labels

Similar to tobacco, the Consumer Federation of America said the government should give the public the information it needs to make informed decisions about whether to drink these popular beverages.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 27, 2019

Explore the 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.  

By Food Dive staff

How smart brands are redefining convenience

Accenture's Laura Gurski said it's all about doing the small things right such as focusing on detail and using digital technology to tailor a product to each individual.

By Laura Gurski • June 27, 2019

Ingredion rolls out line of clean-label texturizing starches

The new ingredients help food and beverage manufacturers make natural labeling claims and produce items with better shelf life and stability.

By Cathy Siegner • June 27, 2019

Unilever lays off 300 with ice cream plant closure

The Nevada factory will cease operations next month as the work gets moved to other states.

By Megan Poinski • June 26, 2019

How the food industry has weathered an unpredictable 2 years of Trump's trade tactics

With new tariffs announced in tweets, trade agreements awaiting approval and mixed signals from the White House, the period has been filled with ups and downs.

By Lillianna Byington • June 26, 2019

Report: Private label could be the new online 'challenger brand'

Dollar share for CPG store brands sold online more than doubled over the past two years, Nielsen found.

By Krishna Thakker • June 25, 2019

Coca-Cola and PepsiCo reduce dependency on plastics with water dispenser systems

The beverage giants are launching drink stations that let customers choose flavor and carbonation level, which is then dispensed into their reusable bottles.  

By Jessi Devenyns • June 24, 2019

Keurig Dr Pepper withdraws Peñafiel bottled water from US for high arsenic levels

The company voluntarily pulled back its mineral spring water sourced from Mexico after sampling found levels higher than allowed by the FDA.

By Cathy Siegner • June 24, 2019

As consolidation sweeps the food space, why do some brands stay independent?

Companies such as Palermo's and Jelly Belly said remaining solo gives them more freedom and flexibility to run the business, connect with consumers and develop new products.

By Christopher Doering • June 24, 2019

Leftovers: Going nuts for Nutter Butter's new design; Wonderful Co. debuts seedless lemons

The peanut butter sandwich cookie is going back in time to revisit history through its packaging, and Cap'n Crunch cereal announced its summer offerings this week, including Cotton Candy Crunch.

By Food Dive staff • June 21, 2019

Fairlife, Coca-Cola sued after animal abuse videos exposed at supplier's dairy farm

Four lawsuits have been filed against the milk producer, accusing the company of consumer fraud and deceptive marketing.

By Cathy Siegner • June 21, 2019

DouxMatok raises $22M to commercialize its sugar reduction technology

The Israeli company plans to use the funding to scale up production and explore similar innovations in areas such as salt.

By Lillianna Byington • June 20, 2019

7-Eleven launches Quake to shake up the energy drink market

The convenience store chain said 12 ounces of the new product contains 250 milligrams of caffeine, is sugar-free and has no artificial flavors.

By Cathy Siegner • June 20, 2019

Plant-based cheesemaker Parmela Creamery raises $1.25M to grow brand recognition

The company, which makes non-GMO cultured items from cashew milk, said it wants to be known for making nutcheese "the world's first option."

By Cathy Siegner • June 20, 2019

Mondelez acquires majority stake in Perfect Bar owner

The purchase expands the food giant's reach into the $89 billion snacking segment increasingly popular with on-the-go consumers. 

By Christopher Doering • Updated July 18, 2019

FDA clarifies 'added sugars' labeling rules for honey and maple syrup

The agency also said cranberry products such as Craisins and beverages must declare how much extra sweetener is included in grams and the percent Daily Value that it makes up.

By Cathy Siegner • June 20, 2019

Kellogg plans to cut 150 more North American jobs

The cereal maker will take a $35 million pretax hit as it continues to try to streamline as part of its cost-cutting Project K program.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 19, 2019

Domino goes for the gold with its new sugar product

This less-processed option can be used to replace the granulated white variety in recipes, the company says — and attract consumers focused on more natural ingredients.

By Cathy Siegner • June 18, 2019

Arla Foods uses AI to steer milk projections

Using this new technology, the Denmark-based cooperative said its annual production can be forecast in a few hours, increasing efficiency and sustainability.

By Cathy Siegner • June 17, 2019

Can Campbell Soup reinvent its namesake product?

The company is planning plant-based options, trendy bone broth and new recipes to help reheat the category.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 17, 2019

Kraft wants parents to lie to kids with 'Salad Frosting'

Its "#LieLikeaParent" campaign could create the wrong kind of online sensation at a time when the beleaguered company is hungry for a turnaround.

By Kira Barrett • June 14, 2019

Leftovers: Berries capitalize on the rosé trend; Mega Stuf Oreo O's launch for breakfast

As the weather heats up, berry growers are trying to cash in on the millennial pink trend, and Michelob Ultra may have found an Earth-friendly way to help consumers decide whether to enter a marathon.

By Food Dive staff • June 14, 2019

How one father and son duo is tackling the organic industry

Ethan Hirshberg followed his dad Gary, who co-founded Stonyfield, by launching his own organic business in 2017. The pair regularly share insight and discuss industry trends.

By Lillianna Byington • June 14, 2019

CPG companies haven't shown significant progress on sustainability goals, report claims

Greenpeace challenged 50 companies in early 2019 to "demonstrate meaningful effort" to eradicate deforestation from their supply chain but none have followed through.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 14, 2019