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Snack it Forward's World Peas purchase signals middle, smaller market opportunity
This combines a line of legume-based, high-protein savory snacks with a fruit and nut-based snacks portfolio to capitalize on trending ingredients and consumers' demand for better-for-you bites.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 2, 2016 -
Court orders Hormel to pay workers back wages for time putting on uniforms; precedent unlikely
The court ruled that the uniforms and equipment were integral to sanitation and safety in the workplace.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 2, 2016 -
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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Mondelez, Chicago factory workers' union negotiations at a standstill
The two sides haven't been able to agree on retirement and health benefits, especially pension plans.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 2, 2016 -
Kraft Heinz, Schwan join growing list of companies switching to cage-free eggs
Egg costs remain a concern for manufacturers following last year's bird flu and the tightening of the egg supply.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 2, 2016 -
Food industry moguls make Forbes' annual list of world's billionaires
The dominance of 3G executives on the list can be explained by the waves it has made in the food and beverage industry.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 1, 2016 -
What's next for Snyder's-Lance post-Diamond Foods acquisition
The company estimates the deal to contribute $75 million in annual cost savings, which will boost its 2016 earnings.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 1, 2016 -
How B&G's investment in Green Giant could boost the brand
By prioritizing Green Giant in terms of innovation efforts and marketing spend, B&G may succeed where General Mills did not.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 29, 2016 -
Deep Dive
M&A frenzy: How manufacturers can better compete in the acquisitions race
Many acquisition targets are looking for more than an influx of capital from possible buyers.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 29, 2016 -
GMO salmon labeling legislation dies in Oregon Senate, but nationwide debate remains
The FDA is still deciding whether to impose national GMO salmon labeling requirements, but time is running out for manufacturers as states consider mandatory labeling legislation.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 29, 2016 -
Incubation nation: Questioning what it takes to be a successful startup
Andrew Ives, managing director of food incubator Food-X, told Eater 80% to 90% of businesses fail within the first three years.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 29, 2016 -
Exec at center of mislabeled cheese charges pleads guilty
Federal prison sentences have become more common for food safety and mislabeling infractions, but this executive's attorney expects probation.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 29, 2016 -
Buffett defends Kraft Heinz partner 3G in annual letter, says potential for more deals
Speculation is rising that Kraft Heinz could be ready to acquire another major food company by the end of this year, and Mondelez is analysts' favorite target.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 29, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Friday Flavors: Your CAGNY questions answered; millennial ennui with — cereal?
One puzzling Mintel statistic revealed Gen Y's penchant for laziness in cleaning up after themselves.
By David Oliver • Feb. 26, 2016 -
Bring on the chocolate: Nestle USA adds Turkish variety to expansion of premium category
As of late last year, premium chocolate accounted for 8% of total U.S. chocolate market sales.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 26, 2016 -
Kraft Heinz exec: 'Pipeline is in better shape'
Whether — or when — the company decides to begin divesting brands, will others want them?
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 26, 2016 -
Boulder Brands could be just the start of Pinnacle's better-for-you acquisitions
The company has sectioned off Boulder Brands into its own operating segment, which will keep it separate from Pinnacle's legacy brands.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 25, 2016 -
Campbell's Q2 revenue decline come as it innovates, cuts costs
The company is focusing as much internally on cost-savings and brand enhancement as it is externally with acquisitions and a new VC fund.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 25, 2016 -
AB InBev struggles in US amid marketing, packaging overhaul for Bud Light
Craft beer and the SABMiller merger have been central to AB InBev buzz, but the company can't keep losing market share in its flagship brands.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 25, 2016 -
What Monster's $690M flavor ingredients supplier acquisition means for the industry
Having direct access to new flavor technologies equals more control over flavor development, which could lead to new flavor categories in the energy drinks segment.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 25, 2016 -
Jeni's food safety director appointment could lead to better recall recovery
Appointing a food safety director means bringing in a fresh perspective to identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 24, 2016 -
Nestle's Nespresso patent battles with ECC heating up
The Ethical Coffee Co. is attempting to block sales of Nespresso machines in the Europe and U.S.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 23, 2016 -
Deep Dive
'No longer optional': How manufacturers drive transparency — and stand to benefit themselves
"If we don’t embrace transparency ourselves, it will most likely be thrust upon us in ways that are not positive," Leslie Turner, general counsel for The Hershey Co., said during her keynote speech at the 2015 Food Integrity Summit.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 23, 2016 -
Smucker's coffee price adjustments, acquisition boosting sales
Its Big Heart Pet Brands purchase during fiscal 2015 helped its third quarter net sales increase 37%.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 23, 2016 -
Danone profit rallies on low milk costs, fresh dairy turnaround
Low milk costs in the U.S. and Europe have been a boon for dairy producers, and the company is also seeing increased sales and profitability of its fresh dairy segment.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 23, 2016 -
Cascadian Farm branding increases transparency with strategic label changes
Emphasizing the brand's commitment to farm-to-table products and simple, clean ingredients demonstrates how companies can achieve transparency through label design.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 23, 2016
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