Ingredion unveils gelling starch for dairy and alternatives

The new ingredient allows formulators of yogurt and plant-based cheese to improve the texture and mouthfeel of their products.

By Chris Casey • Nov. 2, 2023

PepsiCo’s Doritos brand creates technology to ‘silence’ its crunch

The software, aimed at gamers annoyed by the sound from other players, used artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze more than 5,000 crunches.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 2, 2023

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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

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Ocean Spray debuts zero sugar varieties as juice category fractures

With many consumers abandoning sugary fruit beverages for healthier alternatives, leading brands are working to win them back by cutting out sugar.

By Chris Casey • Nov. 1, 2023

‘Startup nation’ at war: How Israel’s food tech sector is handling upheaval

The country has been a hotbed for the tech sector, especially for food, but the Israel-Hamas war has put employee engagement and product development initiatives on hold.

By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 1, 2023

Bud Light boycott weighing on AB InBev but beer giant sees signs of optimism

CEO Michel Doukeris told analysts that over 40% of lapsed consumers of the brand said they are now more open to drinking it again.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 1, 2023

Hershey planning ‘higher levels’ of innovation for 2024, CEO says

Michele Buck said new offerings, including the launch of Reese’s Caramel, will play a large role in driving its overall business as well as increasing merchandising at retail.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 1, 2023

More than half of consumers consider sustainability in food purchases - TetraPak

Although many respondents said they are struggling financially, only 17% indicated a desire to give up purchasing higher-priced food and beverages that are environmentally friendly, organic or healthy.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 30, 2023

Dippin’ Dots owner sees bright outlook for the ‘ice cream of the future’

Despite its strong presence in amusement and entertainment venues, the 35-year-old brand has plenty of room to grow by expanding in places such as c-stores and movie theaters.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 30, 2023

Corrugated box industry cuts a box’s greenhouse gas emissions in half

Corrugated boxes’ environmental impact substantially reduced, greenhouse gas emissions cut in half.

Oct. 30, 2023

Milk Bar chef and CEO Christina Tosi talks growth, the future and her favorite part of each week

The New York-based tycoon talked with Food Dive about how she stays true to her sweet tooth while managing a growing business portfolio and staff.

By Judy McGuire • Oct. 27, 2023

Leftovers: AriZona chills out with ice pops | Tillamook celebrates holidays with new flavors

The tea brand is entering the freezer aisle for the first time with three flavors, and J&J Snack Foods is bringing a pub classic to retail with Bavarian Soft Pretzel Sticks.

By Food Dive staff • Oct. 27, 2023

Keurig Dr Pepper enters sports hydration with Electrolit partnership

The deal brings the soda, water and coffee giant into the fast-growing $11 billion category that it called “a key white space” for the company.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 26, 2023

Nestlé expands Coffee mate creamer into fast-growing iced coffee

The product, which is available in French vanilla and caramel, is the first major innovation for the brand since its inception more than 60 years ago.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 26, 2023

ADM rethinks scope of $300M plant-based investment

The market for alternative meat products has struggled with destocking and sluggish consumer demand in the past year.

By Nathan Owens • Oct. 25, 2023

Keurig Dr Pepper to invest $100M in South Carolina coffee facility

The project, which is expected to be completed by 2027, will help the beverage giant expand its coffee roasting and manufacturing capabilities.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 25, 2023

Wesson enters crowded plant-based butter aisle

The 124-year-old brand, known for its vegetable oil, is tapping into its widespread recognition and the consumer desire for alternative dairy products to launch the new offering.

By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 25, 2023

How to safely harness generative AI for productivity gains in food and beverage businesses

There’s a lot of promise for the technology, but it could cause more harm than good if it’s not implemented properly.

By Thor Olof Philogène • Oct. 25, 2023

Robotics can help food and beverage companies reach full potential, former Bai COO says

Barak Bar-Cohen, who launched a CPG manufacturing company this year specializing in “variety packs” for snacks and drinks, said his experience at the better-for-you beverage brand fueled his desire to revamp supply chains.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 24, 2023

Whole Foods outlines 2024 food trends

The grocer predicts plant-based products with more vegetables and brands that promote water conservation will be popular next year.

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 23, 2023

The quiet dealmaker: How Post Holdings’ CEO went from selling men’s clothing to closing billion-dollar deals

Rob Vitale’s penchant for M&A and reputation as a strategic thinker has proven to be a shrewd fit for a 128-year-old business once looking to define its future. Nearly a decade in, he’s not done yet.

By Christopher Doering , Shaun Lucas • Oct. 23, 2023

Inside Post Holdings’ transformation from cereal slinger to a diversified CPG giant

The company's unconventional approach has created a nearly $6 billion operation that has a competitive presence in peanut butter, eggs and pet food.

By Christopher Doering , Jasmine Ye Han • Oct. 23, 2023

Leftovers: Frito-Lay twists into Cheetos Pretzels | Campbell’s celebrates Thanksgiving with Chunky soup

The PepsiCo-owned brand is bringing its cheesiness to the growing snack category after success with popcorn, and Goldfish taps a popular holiday movie character for its latest grahams variety.

By Food Dive staff • Oct. 20, 2023

Thor’s Skyr takes on Chobani, Danone with protein-packed yogurt

The Iceland-based company believes it has what it takes to rival the biggest dairy companies with its lactose-free, zero added sugar products.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 20, 2023

How General Mills refreshed its fruit snack brands to fend off disruptors

Splashier assets and branding experiments seek to help products like Gushers stand out in the social media age, execs said at Advertising Week.

By Peter Adams • Oct. 20, 2023

Ferrara to purchase candy maker Jelly Belly for undisclosed amount

The deal would combine the jelly bean manufacturer with Ferrara’s portfolio of sweets such as Laffy Taffy, Red Hots and Brach’s.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 19, 2023