Just in time for Thanksgiving: Ground turkey recall linked to salmonella outbreak

Jennie-O has recalled about 147,276 pounds of ground turkey linked to a salmonella outbreak that has so far resulted in 164 illnesses, 63 hospitalizations and one death.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 19, 2018

Plant-based food maker Beyond Meat files for $100M IPO

The California company would go public as people look to eat healthier and protect animals and the environment — spurring demand for its products.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 19, 2018

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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

Startups targeting food waste reduction raise $125M this year

Foundation grants for groups dedicated to this issue hit $134 million from January through September 2016, a 70% jump over five years.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 16, 2018

It's slime time: Jell-O Play introduces edible ooze

Two made-for-social-media versions of the new product from Kraft Heinz's Springboard Brands are hitting shelves and the Internet.

By Nina Sparling • Nov. 16, 2018

Post Holdings sees Q4 growth, plans IPO for nutrition segment

Post will sell about a fifth of the ownership of the new public company and expects to complete the spinoff in the second half of fiscal year 2019.

By Lillianna Byington • Nov. 16, 2018

Why Coca-Cola shouldn't try to ride the CBD high

As more beverage companies buy into the cannabis industry, business student Maggie Chen writes that the soft drink company should duck out because of legal technicalities and potentially disastrous effects on its brand.

By Maggie Chen • Nov. 16, 2018

Taste predictor Gastrograph closes $4M investment

The company collects data about how people perceive flavors and then uses artificial intelligence to determine how a demographic might respond to a food product. 

By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 15, 2018

US pork and beef demand fattens up — and consumers chicken out

A side effect of the Trump administration's trade war is that less meat is being exported — increasing supplies and reducing prices domestically.

By Nina Sparling • Nov. 15, 2018

Food companies not doing enough to help consumers eat healthy, study finds

The Access to Nutrition Foundation found items from the largest manufacturers that are billed as better-for-you aren't always affordable — and some don't always actually have wellness benefits.

By Lillianna Byington • Nov. 15, 2018

Kellogg launches new cereal to support digestive health

HI! Happy Inside, which contains prebiotics, probiotics and fiber, has a much higher price tag than most, costing $12.99 at some retailers.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 15, 2018

Tyson forecasts top food trends for 2019

The company's first annual Trendtellers Council highlighted personalization to promote health, smart technology and food as a form of self-expression.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 15, 2018

Plant-based eating makes consumers feel healthier, study says

Nearly 60% said the switch was permanent — or they hoped it was — and taste is the main reason why more people haven't taken up this diet.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 14, 2018

KIND bars shrink to new snack size

The popular nut and grain bars have a new 100-calorie variety that is essentially half the size of their classic product.

By Nina Sparling • Nov. 14, 2018

Blue Apron lays off 4% of workers as more users abandon service

The meal kit maker posted disappointing figures across all key metrics, including a decline in orders per customer and average revenue per customer.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2018

Mondelez cuts ties with 12 palm oil suppliers, citing deforestation

The food giant recognizes a "gap" between its current palm oil supply chain state and its goal of 100% sustainability and transparency.

By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 13, 2018

Tyson's Q4 earnings miss expectations, hurt by lower prices

The company's sales dropped 1.4% to $10 billion, and average prices for its products fell 4.1%.

By Lillianna Byington • Nov. 13, 2018

Kellogg plans to sell Keebler bakery brands and cookie business

The cereal and snacks company — which made dramatic personnel cuts to shore up its bottom line in 2017 — says that divesting the sweets can help it focus on its core business.  

By Megan Poinski • Nov. 13, 2018

PepsiCo names first participants in its US accelerator

The program — launched soon after its separate innovation hub became established — is six months of mentoring, advice and a potential $120,000 grant.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 13, 2018

Start me up: How big food companies' incubator programs help new companies get going

Most manufacturers have a division dedicated to assisting young, trendy brands in their journey toward success — and maybe an eventual acquisition.

By Megan Poinski • Nov. 12, 2018

How 4 disruptive startups upended the status quo

Young companies often enter a market that was underserved or untapped, and with the right product and timing, can end up completely changing the game.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 12, 2018

Chobani introduces special yogurt variety to honor veterans

"Hero Batch, Red, White and Blueberry" Greek yogurt was designed by veterans working at the company and is available at retailers nationwide.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 12, 2018

Nestlé launches helpline to combat labor issues in palm oil supply chain

While palm oil offers greater yield and lower production costs, the industry is under fire for environmental and human rights concerns. 

By Barry Hochfelder • Nov. 12, 2018

Diageo sells 19 lower-end brands for $550M

Sazerac — one of the U.S.'s oldest family-owned distillers — will get a variety of labels including Seagram's whiskey, Romana Sambuca and Booth's gin. 

By Lillianna Byington • Nov. 12, 2018

How food and beverage companies score celebrity investments

Endorsements are out, as big-name stars and athletes put money — and influence — behind their favorite products.

By Lillianna Byington • Nov. 12, 2018

PepsiCo and Walmart top Kantar PoweRanking survey

More than 400 industry leaders responded to the annual confidential questionnaire ranking suppliers and manufacturers on strategic metrics and business fundamentals.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 12, 2018