Corporate Operations: Page 135
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Deep Dive
How the food industry has weathered an unpredictable 2 years of Trump's trade tactics
With new tariffs announced in tweets, trade agreements awaiting approval and mixed signals from the White House, the period has been filled with ups and downs.
By Lillianna Byington • June 26, 2019 -
Report: Private label could be the new online 'challenger brand'
Dollar share for CPG store brands sold online more than doubled over the past two years, Nielsen found.
By Krishna Thakker • June 25, 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.
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Retrieved from Coca-Cola on June 23, 2019
Coca-Cola and PepsiCo reduce dependency on plastics with water dispenser systems
The beverage giants are launching drink stations that let customers choose flavor and carbonation level, which is then dispensed into their reusable bottles.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 24, 2019 -
Keurig Dr Pepper withdraws Peñafiel bottled water from US for high arsenic levels
The company voluntarily pulled back its mineral spring water sourced from Mexico after sampling found levels higher than allowed by the FDA.
By Cathy Siegner • June 24, 2019 -
Deep Dive
As consolidation sweeps the food space, why do some brands stay independent?
Companies such as Palermo's and Jelly Belly said remaining solo gives them more freedom and flexibility to run the business, connect with consumers and develop new products.
By Christopher Doering • June 24, 2019 -
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Leftovers: Going nuts for Nutter Butter's new design; Wonderful Co. debuts seedless lemons
The peanut butter sandwich cookie is going back in time to revisit history through its packaging, and Cap'n Crunch cereal announced its summer offerings this week, including Cotton Candy Crunch.
By Food Dive staff • June 21, 2019 -
Fairlife, Coca-Cola sued after animal abuse videos exposed at supplier's dairy farm
Four lawsuits have been filed against the milk producer, accusing the company of consumer fraud and deceptive marketing.
By Cathy Siegner • June 21, 2019 -
DouxMatok raises $22M to commercialize its sugar reduction technology
The Israeli company plans to use the funding to scale up production and explore similar innovations in areas such as salt.
By Lillianna Byington • June 20, 2019 -
7-Eleven launches Quake to shake up the energy drink market
The convenience store chain said 12 ounces of the new product contains 250 milligrams of caffeine, is sugar-free and has no artificial flavors.
By Cathy Siegner • June 20, 2019 -
Plant-based cheesemaker Parmela Creamery raises $1.25M to grow brand recognition
The company, which makes non-GMO cultured items from cashew milk, said it wants to be known for making nutcheese "the world's first option."
By Cathy Siegner • June 20, 2019 -
Mondelez acquires majority stake in Perfect Bar owner
The purchase expands the food giant's reach into the $89 billion snacking segment increasingly popular with on-the-go consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Updated July 18, 2019 -
FDA clarifies 'added sugars' labeling rules for honey and maple syrup
The agency also said cranberry products such as Craisins and beverages must declare how much extra sweetener is included in grams and the percent Daily Value that it makes up.
By Cathy Siegner • June 20, 2019 -
Kellogg plans to cut 150 more North American jobs
The cereal maker will take a $35 million pretax hit as it continues to try to streamline as part of its cost-cutting Project K program.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 19, 2019 -
Domino goes for the gold with its new sugar product
This less-processed option can be used to replace the granulated white variety in recipes, the company says — and attract consumers focused on more natural ingredients.
By Cathy Siegner • June 18, 2019 -
USDA
Arla Foods uses AI to steer milk projections
Using this new technology, the Denmark-based cooperative said its annual production can be forecast in a few hours, increasing efficiency and sustainability.
By Cathy Siegner • June 17, 2019 -
Can Campbell Soup reinvent its namesake product?
The company is planning plant-based options, trendy bone broth and new recipes to help reheat the category.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 17, 2019 -
Kraft wants parents to lie to kids with 'Salad Frosting'
Its "#LieLikeaParent" campaign could create the wrong kind of online sensation at a time when the beleaguered company is hungry for a turnaround.
By Kira Barrett • June 14, 2019 -
CPG companies haven't shown significant progress on sustainability goals, report claims
Greenpeace challenged 50 companies in early 2019 to "demonstrate meaningful effort" to eradicate deforestation from their supply chain but none have followed through.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 14, 2019 -
How one father and son duo is tackling the organic industry
Ethan Hirshberg followed his dad Gary, who co-founded Stonyfield, by launching his own organic business in 2017. The pair regularly share insight and discuss industry trends.
By Lillianna Byington • June 14, 2019 -
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Leftovers: Berries capitalize on the rosé trend; Mega Stuf Oreo O's launch for breakfast
As the weather heats up, berry growers are trying to cash in on the millennial pink trend, and Michelob Ultra may have found an Earth-friendly way to help consumers decide whether to enter a marathon.
By Food Dive staff • June 14, 2019 -
Turmeric extract eases osteoarthritis symptoms, study finds
Researchers said the ingredient was as effective in easing pain for people with the joint disease as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and patients taking it experienced fewer side effects.
By Cathy Siegner • June 13, 2019 -
Coca-Cola's Costa Coffee launches RTD beverage in the UK
The chilled, canned brew is the first product major product launch for the soda giant since it closed a $5.1 billion purchase of the British chain earlier this year.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 13, 2019 -
Ugly produce companies aim for East Coast expansion
Misfits Market is moving down the Eastern Seaboard, and Imperfect Produce wants to reach more subscribers in the Northeast.
By Jennifer Sweeney • June 13, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Tyson to unleash Big Food push into plant-based meats with new products
The protein giant is the latest CPG company to enter the rapidly growing space where Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods dominate. Perdue Farms, Nestlé and Hormel Foods also plan to enter the nascent market.
By Christopher Doering • June 13, 2019 -
Flavor giant IFF rebrands in bid to unlock growth opportunities
Following a barrage of acquisitions since 2015, the New York-based company is sharpening its focus into three areas: nutrition and ingredients, taste and scent.
By Megan Poinski • June 13, 2019
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