PepsiCo puts ‘all the urgency’ into turning around soft drinks

The beverage giant is planning to add more functional benefits to Poppi, its newly acquired better-for-you soda brand.

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 12, 2026

B&G Foods calls off Green Giant sale in Canada after antitrust concerns

A regulator previously said the sale to Nortera Foods could result in higher prices, fewer choices and reduced competition.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 12, 2026

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Top 5 stories from Food Dive

Check out a selection of articles about some of the biggest trends and news — from McCormick’s reformulation strategy to the impact of GLP-1s  — shaping the food industry in 2026.

By Food Dive staff

Fast-growing Clio yogurt bars snapped up by private equity firm

The 11-year-old brand has been a major beneficiary of consumer demand for portability, snacking and better-for-you offerings.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 12, 2026

Molson Coors taps chief supply chain officer for Americas

Matthew Hook will step into the role with a mandate of continuing to modernize operations and boost service levels.

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 9, 2026

Oterra teams with HowGood to track sustainability of natural colors

As demand for natural dyes grows, companies are investing in environmental reporting metrics common within mainstream ingredients.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 8, 2026

PepsiCo plans cost cuts as North American struggles persist

CEO Ramon Laguarta said the company plans to raise prices on select offerings and evaluate “every cost with aggressive lenses.”

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 8, 2026

Cal-Maine says egg supply is rebalancing

Fewer hatched chicks from breeder eggs and a reduction in U.S. flock are helping ease the current glut, President and CEO Sherman Miller said.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 8, 2026

How Olipop’s new CEO plans to reach $1B in sales

Christian Patiño Webb says he’s focused on execution as the prebiotic soda brand faces mounting competition from a steady stream of new rivals.

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 8, 2026

Ghirardelli brings 174-year-old chocolate brand to packaged cookies

The baked good will be pitted against other premium offerings in the nearly $19 billion cookie space, such as Mondelēz’s Tate’s.

By Christopher Doering • Updated Oct. 7, 2026

Mars hikes use of sustainably sourced cocoa, but falls short of 2025 goal

The candy maker’s suppliers sourced 98% of cocoa through a responsible sourcing program last year.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 6, 2026

Top food and beverage industry events in 2027

A list of must-attend conferences and trade shows for professionals to keep up with the biggest innovations and consumer trends set to define next year. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 6, 2026

Nutella maker Ferrero building a sweets ‘powerhouse’ in the US

The company is increasing marketing and innovation as it aims to nearly double sales to $20 billion through a portfolio of candies, cereals and more.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 6, 2026

Once Upon a Farm joins crowded kids electrolyte space

The baby brand’s pouch offering, which caters to active children, comes a month after Nestlé’s Gerber entered the pediatric rehydration sector.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 5, 2026

Diageo to shutter Guinness brewery in Baltimore

The alcohol company is undergoing a $1 billion savings initiative that has involved restructuring its entire business.

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 5, 2026

6 food manufacturers talk supply chain tactics

General Mills, Nestlé and more discussed how they are cutting operational costs, navigating uneven freight rates and sharpening demand forecasting at a Barclays conference.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 5, 2026

Ferrero launches Nutella-filled frozen waffles

The product, set to launch in the U.S. next spring, is meant to be a premium option in a space that has lacked meaningful innovation, an executive said.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 5, 2026

Leftovers: Skittles gives gummies some crunch | Cup Noodles bites back for Halloween

The Mars-owned brand leans into multi-textural experiences with Skittles Gummy Crystals, while the founders of THC cocktail brand Nowadays launch a relaxation-focused functional beverage.

By Food Dive staff • Oct. 2, 2026

Private label brands embrace own identities in packaging design

Retailers are using store brand packaging to show they understand their customers’ priorities.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 2, 2026

Saputo creates ingredients division to capitalize on protein demand

The new business unit comes as the cheesemaker invests to increase production of whey protein amid industry-wide shortages.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 1, 2026

Keurig Dr Pepper names coffee spinoff CEO for a third time

Kimberly-Clark executive Russ Torres will oversee the spinout after former pick Rafael Oliveira left the company to lead Heineken.

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 1, 2026

Sunkist Fruit Gems to return after consumer outcry

The gummies, a fixture at Jewish celebrations, will be produced by a new manufacturing partner after Ferrara confirmed it exited a licensing agreement with the citrus co-op.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 1, 2026

Conagra slims down portfolio while investing more in popcorn, meat sticks

The Healthy Choice maker is exiting Celeste frozen pizza as it reviews its business for other brands and SKUs to cut.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 1, 2026

How PepsiCo uses chefs to think differently about innovation

The snack giant is tapping into culinary expertise to remain competitive and uncover flavors that will resonate with fickle consumers.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 30, 2026

Hormel expands deeper into protein with $1B purchase of chicken processor

The acquisition of Brakebush Brothers gives the Spam producer a larger presence in value-added chicken and further strengthens its growing foodservice operations.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 30, 2026

Sour power: C-stores begin to capitalize on the in-demand flavor profile

Sour food and beverage sales across all retail types jumped 10.8% in dollar terms over the past year, according to Circana.

By Christine Blank • Sept. 30, 2026