More than 50% of consumers have never heard of pea protein, survey finds

Streetbees also found 36% of shoppers in the U.S. and the U.K. said the ingredient is environmentally friendly, while the same number said it's tasty.

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 17, 2019

Why employees are leaving Big Food to work for Motif FoodWorks

With $117.5 million raised this year, Chief Commercial Officer Michele Fite told Food Dive the company is ramping up growth efforts while products are in R&D.

By Lillianna Byington • Oct. 17, 2019

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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

Givaudan to cut at least 85 jobs as it closes two plants

The Swiss flavor manufacturer joins other food and beverage companies such as Kellogg, Dean Foods and Coca-Cola that have recently slashed jobs or closed plants.

By Lillianna Byington • Oct. 17, 2019

Mary Jane candies making a comeback in 2020

Once produced by Necco, the 105-year-old peanut and molasses chews are licensed to the Atkinson Candy Company.

By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 16, 2019

Tyson shuts down production of Yappah upcycled snacks

The protein crisps were the company's first product launched from its Innovation Lab last year but failed to gain enough traction. 

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 16, 2019

Appetizing investing in unbranded food manufacturers

Private label manufacturers offer opportunities for high valuations and rewarding returns, writes David Houser of Lincoln International. 

By David Houser • Oct. 16, 2019

Tracking the plant-based protein movement

MyForest Foods gets a $15 million investment, and Beyond Meat launches smash burgers in foodservice.

By Nami Sumida, Lillianna Byington • Updated June 7, 2023

Kind expands better-for-you footprint with Creative Snacks Co. buy

The company's first acquisition — a family-owned nut, fruit and granola company — is in line with its current portfolio, but has the potential to expand product offerings and appeal.

By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 16, 2019

Chobani's secret to success: A 'restless' approach

President of the yogurt giant Peter McGuinness highlighted the company's dominant position in the space, noting that as "goes Chobani, so goes the category."

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 15, 2019

How Harbinger Ventures' new $21.7M fund will promote women-owned brands

The investment firm already made three investments with this latest round, including ghee startup 4th & Heart, wine subscription service Vinebox and personal care brand Cora. 

By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 11, 2019

IFF partners with Neptune Wellness to bring CBD products to the US

The collaboration, which will expand the reach of both companies, comes despite regulatory uncertainty from the FDA. 

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 10, 2019

Dean Foods leaves dairy trade group because of labeling stance

The company says the International Dairy Foods Association doesn't share one of its key priorities: opposing dairy terms on plant-based products.

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 10, 2019

Can the new owner of Popchips bring the brand back to its heyday?

Private equity group VMG Partners bought the brand for an undisclosed amount, and it is the first in the firm's new Velocity Snack Brands accelerator platform.

By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 10, 2019

Will Canopy Growth continue to drag down Constellation's earnings?

The alcohol giant exceeded expectations in its report last week, but revealed a $484.4 million loss on its cannabis investment. Analysts say that trend could continue in the near term.

By Lillianna Byington • Oct. 9, 2019

Canopy Growth buys majority stake in BioSteel Sports Nutrition

The all-cash purchase of 72% of the sports drink, protein and supplements company lays the groundwork to put CBD in future products.

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 9, 2019

Hain Celestial sells Arrowhead Mills and SunSpire to private equity for $15M

This marks the fifth and sixth divestitures this year as the company works toward a slimmer portfolio.

By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 9, 2019

What's next for the fast-growing chickpea brand Hippeas?

Founder Livio Bisterzo said the company wants to continue scaling its distribution and outreach to become a household brand, while launching new innovations.

By Lillianna Byington • Oct. 8, 2019

Aleph Farms 3D prints cell-cultured meat in space for the first time

The Israeli company produced steak only about .06 of an inch long, but its CEO said the process is a promising option away from Earth where water isn't available. 

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 8, 2019

Food as medicine, tech and diversity headline Food-X's new cohort

In exchange for a minority stake, members of the food innovation accelerator's 10th class get a three-and-a-half-month crash course in startup growth from a panel of mentors, plus $70,000 cash when they start the program.

By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 7, 2019

Impossible Foods CEO: Plant-based competitors 'suck' and stifle industry growth

Pat Brown, who started the California company eight years ago, said other offerings in the market only serve to reinforce the idea that faux meat options "are terrible."

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 7, 2019

PepsiCo's 12% increase in ad spending fuels sales growth

The food and beverage giant's net sales rose 4.3% to $17.2 billion in Q3 while its profit narrowed.

By Robert Williams • Oct. 4, 2019

Only 3% of agri-food tech investment dollars go to female-founded companies, study says

Investors also hold women to higher standards to justify their plans and need for funding, according to the report from AgFunder, Karen Karp & Partners and The New Food Economy in collaboration with S2G Ventures.

By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 4, 2019

37% of consumers use functional food for health, Tastewise finds

The Israeli startup that distills trends from social media posts, restaurant menus, reviews and recipes also received $5 million to expand its AI prediction platform.

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 3, 2019

Kraft Heinz's R&D chief explains how iconic brands evolve for modern consumers

Cleaner labels, new line extensions and product launches are among the methods the legacy manufacturer is using to stay relevant, Amanda Young told Food Dive. 

By Megan Poinski • Oct. 3, 2019

Noblegen readies non-GMO alternative protein from algae

The Canadian ingredients startup said it can produce a complete plant-based option with the same nutrition and functionality as one derived from an animal.

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 3, 2019