How PopCorners' growth made it an acquisition target

The company's CEO spoke about how it built momentum from its sustainability and transparency efforts during the past five years, which will help as it prepares to scale up under PepsiCo.

By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 19, 2020

Healthcare is food's next frontier

Consumers are beginning to seek non-medical, affordable solutions and food is emerging as one of the most potent tools to alleviate this pressure, says Mandy Saven of Stylus.

By Mandy Saven • Feb. 19, 2020

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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. 

By Food Dive staff

Dean Foods to sell assets to Dairy Farmers of America for $425M

If the deal goes through, the cooperative will acquire 44 of the company’s fluid and frozen facilities after the processor filed for bankruptcy in November. 

By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 18, 2020

How Unilever can change CPG marketing by shifting Wall's ice cream ads away from kids

The company was prompted by the World Health Organization's declaration of childhood obesity as one of the most serious issues of this century.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 18, 2020

General Mills expands C-suite with new tech role

Jaime Montemayor will join the company this month as chief digital and technology officer, reporting directly to the CEO.

By Roberto Torres • Feb. 18, 2020

Sprite Ginger debuts with streetwear line, wide-ranging marketing push

The Coca-Cola​ brand dropped hints on social media and outdoor ads to build excitement around the drink and clothes in the weeks leading up to the release.

By Dianna Christie • Feb. 14, 2020

Valentine's Day reminder: Together we can end child labor in cocoa

The chocolate industry wants to see children in school, not on farms. The efforts to change have had mixed results and a new approach is needed, writes World Cocoa Foundation's Richard Scobey.

By Richard Scobey • Feb. 14, 2020

Kellogg's Incogmeato unveils plant-based burger, bratwurst and Italian sausage

The MorningStar Farms brand is launching the products in retail in coming months to compete with traditional meats during grilling season.

By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 13, 2020

Kraft Heinz posts 6.6% earnings loss, but CEO says it's on the path to growth

Net sales in the U.S. were down $4.7 billion compared to a year ago, but Miguel Patricio said this was expected and is the beginning of the company's turn around.

By Megan Poinski • Feb. 13, 2020

Tyson sees double-digit inventory accuracy improvement from computer vision

The inventory tracking system reads SKU information and weight for chicken packed in trays, replacing what Tyson described as communication by hand gestures followed by manual inventory entry.

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 12, 2020

Tyson Foods launches fats and oils joint venture

The partnership with Jacob Stern & Sons would build on its commitment to sustainability and "maximize the value of every animal" it handles, the Arkansas meat processor said.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 12, 2020

Tyson to cut 500 mostly corporate jobs

The meat and poultry processor said the layoffs at its offices in Chicago and Springdale, Arkansas, are part of a companywide restructuring announced at the start of its 2020 fiscal year.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 12, 2020

Plant-based food maker Alpha Foods raises $28M to expand

The company plans to use the funding to launch new products, increase its distribution globally and expand its marketing efforts.

By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 11, 2020

Smithfield Foods to close San Jose plant, lay off 139 workers

The facility, which produces bacon and corned beef, is the latest to shutter for the Chinese-owned company that has been streamlining its operations.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 11, 2020

Miyoko's Kitchen sues California over plant-based product labeling rules

The company said the state is violating its First Amendment rights by telling it to stop using dairy terms such as "butter" on its vegan product and to remove the image of a woman hugging a cow from its website.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 11, 2020

Nestlé discontinues lower-sugar Milkybar Wowsomes

The food giant didn't give a reason for pulling the candy containing 30% less of the sweetener, but sales reportedly had been disappointing.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 10, 2020

Molson Coors trademark infringement case for Vizzy seltzer will go forward

A judge ruled against the big brewer's motion to dismiss the lawsuit brought by Future Proof Beverages, whose hard seltzer Brizzy hit shelves late last year.

By Megan Poinski • Updated Dec. 16, 2020

Kind moves beyond bars with product launches in 4 new categories

The snack maker's offerings in the frozen, refrigerated, chocolate and snack mix aisles will start hitting grocery stores nationwide later this month.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 10, 2020

Oatly eyes $10B valuation for its IPO, Bloomberg reports

While the details are still being finalized, a U.S. listing could come as soon as May, sources told the publication.

By Cathy Siegner • Updated Feb. 5, 2021

Leftovers: Dunkaroos bounce back; RXBAR creates a clean label Valentine's Day treat

The General Mills cookie snack was pulled from shelves in 2012 because it was unhealthy, and Ripple's new ice cream makes it more acceptable to have peas for dessert.

By Food Dive staff • Feb. 7, 2020

Ardent Mills acquires Andean Naturals' quinoa operations

The flour-milling company's CEO, Dan Dye, said the deal will help to meet consumer demand for high-quality grains and other sources of plant-based ingredients.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 6, 2020

Berry producers commit to 100% recycle-ready packaging by 2025

The collaboration includes agreements to work toward new label standards and innovation of compostable materials. 

By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 6, 2020

Prime Roots plans Q1 launch of its koji-powered meat substitutes

The company makes its alternatives to traditional products ranging from bacon to seafood from the fungus that creates the umami taste. It will start selling to consumers online before April.

By Megan Poinski • Feb. 4, 2020

Study: Consumers try plant-based meat because they're curious

When comparing Nutrition Facts labels, 45% of respondents believed the plant alternative was healthier than animal meat, according to a survey by the International Food Information Council. 

By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 4, 2020

Chobani leans on master brand in new campaign for oat milk

With "Almost Milk," the dairy heavyweight looks to leverage brand equity it's earned during the past decade as it expands into plant-based products.

By Natalie Black (Koltun) • Feb. 4, 2020