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

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Getting reformulation right: How food companies are rethinking ingredients to meet consumer demand

Ingredient suppliers and companies like PepsiCo and Conagra are working closer together to overhaul brands to cater to a rise in healthy eating and expanding GLP-1 use. 

By Food Dive staff

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kind campaign bites into Clif Bar over nutritional claims

The snack brand's latest 30-second TV spot dramatizes how much sugar is in its competitor's products.

By Robert Williams • June 12, 2019

Can New York City solve waste and health problems through a food sustainability initiative?

The city joins London and São Paulo in the three-year initiative sponsored by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, working with global corporate partners to try to improve financial, health and ecological outcomes with a circular economy.

By Cathy Siegner • June 12, 2019

Perdue gets into plant-based food with blended Chicken Plus line

Starting this fall, patties, nuggets and tenders made of cauliflower, chickpeas and white meat chicken will come to grocers' shelves.

By Lillianna Byington • June 12, 2019

Ocado makes more tech-focused food investments

Following its investment in meal-assembly robotics, the online grocery provider will provide funding and expertise to two indoor farming ventures.

By Lauren Manning • June 12, 2019

Dairy and meat alternatives rake in the most investments in 2018

A new report shows plant-based continues to be a defining trend, but notes salty snacks, keto and CBD are categories investors should be watching.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 11, 2019