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Leftovers: Grateful Dead-inspired tea to brew voter registration, Halo Top hits the makeup box
Trouble ahead? Trouble behind? Celestial Seasonings' Ramble On Rose tea can help you watch your speed, and FitJoy gets the snack puff in shape.
By Food Dive staff • Aug. 23, 2019 -
Why olive oil tariffs are controversial
Lawmakers are asking the Trump administration to take a 100% duty on EU imports of the cooking staple off the table, which they say could lead to high prices and shortages.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 23, 2019 -
Trendline
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.
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PureCircle shows off its stevia ingredients in ice cream
The Chicago company is the latest to use the frozen summer treat as a way to showcase its products.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 22, 2019 -
Will Smashmallow continue its success with a new line of gummies?
Smashing into product categories is what this brand does best, and an investment from Alliance Consumer will bring the low-sugar confections to shelves next year.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 22, 2019 -
Is Kellogg the biggest competitor in the plant-based meat sector?
Analysts say the company's MorningStar Farms brand could give Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods a run for their money.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 22, 2019 -
Atkins owner to acquire protein-food maker Quest for $1B
The purchase by Simply Good Foods expands its reach into better-for-you snacking while broadening its product offerings.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 22, 2019 -
Ajinomoto to acquire majority interest in More Than Gourmet
The deal allows the Japanese firm to tap into the growing popularity of stocks, broths and sauces coveted because of their convenience and role in enhancing taste.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 22, 2019 -
Motif raises $27.5M to expand production of animal-free ingredients
The nascent company has about 15 products under development, including one that would better maintain the fat structure in plant-based burgers.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 22, 2019 -
Planters celebrates '90s snack's return with cheesy Twitter giveaway
People can tweet at Mr. Peanut with foods they would cover in Cheez Balls' signature powder to win a shaker full of the stuff.
By Dianna Christe • Aug. 21, 2019 -
Del Monte to lay off 844 workers as it closes 3 plants, sells another
The company told Food Dive that the moves are necessary to remain competitive, but no additional sales or divestitures are planned.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 21, 2019 -
Retrieved from Nestle on April 20, 2016
Nestlé cuts 360 workers — 4K layoffs expected in logistics shift
The CPG giant wants to streamline its operations, and changing how it distributes frozen foods is one way it's looking to simplify and save.
By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 21, 2019 -
Coca-Cola gets into the Christmas spirit with 2 holiday flavors
After other flavors boosted the company's sales, Coca-Cola Cinnamon and Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry will hit shelves starting Sept. 30.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 21, 2019 -
Kraft Heinz blasts commissioners' comments after $16M settlement
The Chicago-based company said the regulator's statements "blatantly violate and misrepresent the terms and spirit of the consent order."
By Robert Freedman • Aug. 20, 2019 -
Hershey's C7 Ventures makes 2 sweet investments: Fulfil and Blue Stripes Cacao Shop
The Irish snack brand makes high protein and low sugar chocolate bars, and the New York store and cafe is a haven for innovation.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 20, 2019 -
How CPG companies use price increases to bolster their bottom lines and reputations
As food and beverage brands face revenue challenges, Hershey and other companies are hiking prices on signature products.
By Lillianna Byington • Aug. 19, 2019 -
Kraft Heinz's comeback begins after months of procurement scandal
A bonus structure that rewarded cost-cutting above all else and insufficient review of supplier contracts led to years of procurement misconduct.
By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 16, 2019 -
Dark chocolate may lower the risk of depression, study finds
Data on 13,626 U.S. adults reviewed by researchers at University College London also found consuming more chocolate of any type made reports of symptoms much less likely.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 15, 2019 -
Chickpea snack maker Biena raises $8M to drive brand growth
The company will use the money to expand sales, distribution and marketing efforts for its roasted snacks and a new line of puffs.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 15, 2019 -
Opinion
How FDA considerations impact food and beverage acquisitions
When considering buying a company, these three lawyers argue that potential buyers should pay particular attention to regulatory requirements.
By Allison Fulton, Ariel Yehezkel and Allison Wu Troianos • Aug. 15, 2019 -
Kraft Heinz's restructuring efforts eliminate 400 more jobs in 2019
The CPG giant says these cuts are the end of a larger effort started last year that mostly impacted workers in other countries.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 15, 2019 -
BrightFarms names new CEO to lead expansion
Founder Paul Lightfoot will maintain the role of president of the company as it continues to scale nationally.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Aug. 15, 2019 -
Tyson shifts production after plant fire to 'keep supply chain full'
A dip in processing capacity will likely manifest in a depleted and pricier spot market for beef, according to consultants.
By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 14, 2019 -
RXBAR moves into the hot cereal segment with oatmeal cups
The company's single-serve RX A.M. Oats are gluten-free and will use the same ingredients as its popular bars.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 13, 2019 -
Opinion
Food for thought: From outer space to the kitchen table
With advances in technology, a growing population and shifting consumption habits, Anthony DeLio with Ingredion says the food industry needs to become more agile to address changing consumer demands.
By Anthony DeLio • Aug. 13, 2019 -
Bumble Bee considers bankruptcy following price-fixing charge
After the company and its competitor StarKist pleaded guilty to conspiring to raise the cost of canned tuna for U.S. customers, both businesses were hit with substantial fines.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 12, 2019
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