Coca-Cola-backed nonprofit ceasing operations

The Global Energy Balance Network's announcement comes amid controversy regarding its relationship with the beverage giant.

By David Oliver • Dec. 1, 2015

McCormick names COO Kurzius as new CEO, replaces Wilson

Kurzius will lead the company as it's transitioning much of its portfolio to organic and non-GMO.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 1, 2015

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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

Kind calls for FDA to revamp definition of 'healthy' foods

Earlier this year, the FDA requested Kind remove the word "healthy" from some of its snack bars' labels.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 1, 2015

AB InBev takeover bid subject of upcoming Senate hearing

AB InBev already announced the planned divestiture of SABMiller's stake in MillerCoors to appease U.S. regulators.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 30, 2015

Cannabis coffee brand capitalizes on cold brew, marijuana growth

Mirth Provisions' Legal coffee brand has generated nearly $440K since its September 2014 launch.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 30, 2015

The future is now: The critical food industry trends heading into 2016

It's time to start looking ahead to trends that will influence food and beverage in the new year — both emerging and established.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 30, 2015

Former peanut exec Stewart Parnell requests to be released on appeal bond

Parnell's appeal states that he is not a flight risk and that lab testing may have been mishandled.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 30, 2015

Reports: AB InBev prepping SABMiller's Grolsch, Peroni sales

The company aims to appease European regulators with the planned divestiture.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 30, 2015

UPDATE: Celery recall increases to 16 states

Taylor Farms had previously recalled several products that contained celery, according to the CDC.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 30, 2015

Hershey releases seasonal Reese's Peanut Butter Trees — that don't look like trees

Despite the candy's misshapen appearance, consumers will likely still eat it.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 30, 2015

Coca-Cola releases festive 'Share a Coke' packaging for the holidays

The company is choosing new packaging over new airtime.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 25, 2015

Daisy Sour Cream: New flexible squeeze pouch reduces waste, maintains freshness

... and taco lovers rejoice.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 25, 2015

General Mills sets 2025 deadline for cage-free egg policy

The company initially made the announcement in July but didn't give a timeline.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 25, 2015

Despite decline, analyst predicts cereal industry comeback

The cereal industry has seen "consistent sequential improvements," according to Credit Suisse analyst Robert Moskow.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 25, 2015

Emails reveal relationship between Coca-Cola, GEBN: AP

Coca-Cola's involvement with the nonprofit is substantial, according to the Associated Press.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 24, 2015

Pinnacle Foods to buy Boulder Brands in $975M deal

M&A has been rampant across the industry this year, especially in the health and wellness category.

By David Oliver • Nov. 24, 2015

Campbell posts decreased sales, higher-than-estimated profit

The company's two traditional processed foods segments saw sales declines, while Campbell Fresh increased sales by 8%.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 24, 2015

Hormel: Operating profit up, sales mixed

Jennie-O's negative impact from the bird flu was partially offset by strong operating profit and volume in other segments.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 24, 2015

Nestle: Thai seafood suppliers engaged in labor abuse

The laborers were forced to work on fishing vessels and at ports, mills, and seafood farms in Thailand in an attempt to repay job broker fees, which were usually higher than their wages, according to findings.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 23, 2015

Cognac producers make US push

Retail cognac sales in the U.S. are predicted to rise 9% from last year to $5.2 billion, according to Euromonitor.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 23, 2015

Tyson rides the success of Hillshire acquisition, but profit misses estimates on beef price dip

Quarterly revenue benefited from strong demand for chicken and an increase in sales for the prepared foods segment thanks to the 2014 Hillshire acquisition.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 23, 2015

Coca-Cola exec: Mini-cans to 'reinvent' the soda business

As soda volumes decline, the company is able to charge more by the ounce for transaction packages, which include mini-cans and mini-bottles.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 23, 2015

Kraft Heinz must slash more jobs to impress investors: analyst

"Kraft needs to get smaller before it can begin to capitalize on its scale," wrote Credit Suisse analyst Robert Moskow.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 22, 2015

Coke CEO has a 'golden triangle' plan for a feminist boost

“Women have a better feeling, a better immersion, a better ideation on how to create positive balance between social and economic values," Muhtar Kent said.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 20, 2015

Cargill consolidates upper management teams

The move will eliminate the Cargill Leadership Team and a second-tier corporate leadership team comprised of about two dozen executives.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 20, 2015