Corporate Operations: Page 15

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    Wonder moves beyond bread with the launch of snack cakes

    Flowers Foods said the new line of donuts, honey buns, cupcakes and cinnamon rolls is its first major extension in the brand’s 104-year-old history.

    By • March 25, 2025
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    Conagra to close Michigan pie filling plant, lay off about 85 workers

    The packaged food maker will shutter the facility in June as part of a plan to simplify its supply chain.

    By • March 25, 2025
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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
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    Constellation Brands beer executive exits amid tariff uncertainty

    Bill Renspie’s departure after more than two decades comes as the Corona brewer faces pressure following a tax on Mexican imports levied by the White House.

    By • March 24, 2025
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    Trump admin delays traceability rule to contain foodborne illness outbreaks

    The 30-month pause comes as major companies have grappled with E. Coli and listeria contamination within their supply chains.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • March 24, 2025
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    Scale your CPG advertising strategy in 2025: The synergy of DOOH + retail media

    Explore how Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) advertising and Retail Media Networks (RMN) complement each other to drive consumer engagement and conversions.

    March 24, 2025
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    Leftovers: Krispy Kreme sweetens doughnuts with Hershey | Siggi’s debuts yogurt pouches for adults

    The pastry maker is partnering with the chocolate manufacturer on new flavors, and a popular U.K. gummy candy makes its way into Target.

    By Food Dive staff • March 21, 2025
  • Chobani® Greek Yogurt in 32 oz. tubs and multi-packs are seen on the shelf in the dairy aisle at a local grocery store on August 12, 2021 in New York City.
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    Chobani makes biggest plant investment in its history by spending $500M to expand Idaho facility

    The expansion is expected to add 500,000 square feet of space and create at least 160 new jobs to the establishment making yogurt, oatmilk and coffee creamers.

    By • March 20, 2025
  • Heinz ketchup is displayed on shelves at a Walmart Supercenter on August 02, 2023 in Austin, Texas.
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    AI, automation enrich Kraft Heinz’s supply chain

    The food product maker aims to enhance procurement processes and boost productivity as part of a larger transformation journey.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 20, 2025
  • A closeup of Ben and Jerry's ice cream pints.
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    Ben & Jerry’s says CEO fired by Unilever over social activism

    The ice cream maker alleged the CPG giant has “repeatedly threatened” the ice cream’s personnel if they failed to “silence” their outspokenness.

    By • March 19, 2025
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    Trump admin looks to allow meat processers to permanently run faster line speeds

    Pork and poultry companies have pushed for plants to operate faster, with critics warning of potential food safety concerns and risks to workers.

    By • March 19, 2025
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    JM Smucker splits supply chain, manufacturing functions

    SVP of Information Services Bryan Hutson will now oversee supply chain operations in an expanded role.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 19, 2025
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    Mondelēz and Biscoff parent expand partnership into ice cream

    The snack makers are planning to introduce frozen novelties that combine flavors of the caramelized biscuit with chocolates such as Milka and Cadbury.

    By • March 14, 2025
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    Food manufacturers seek tariff exemptions from White House for some imports

    The Consumer Brands Association, which represents PepsiCo, Conagra and Mondelēz, said ingredients such as cocoa, coffee and certain spices aren’t produced in the U.S.

    By • March 13, 2025
  • The Thyssenkrupp Steel Europe steelworks stands in the early morning on Nov. 9, 2021 in Duisburg, Germany.
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    EU retaliates against US steel, aluminum tariffs

    The European Commission announced the reinstatement of 2018-era tariffs on bourbon, orange juice and peanut butter, adding that additional taxes on food products could be coming in mid-April.

    By Max Garland • March 12, 2025
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    Hershey hires PepsiCo executive as chief growth officer

    Stacy Taffet, with 15 years of CPG experience, will be responsible for growing the company's expanding snacks portfolio that includes Reese's and Dot's pretzels.

    By • March 12, 2025
  • Containers of General Mills' new ramen noodle offerings.
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    General Mills enters ramen noodles with Old El Paso and Totino’s

    Using the Tex-Mex and pizza roll brands allows the food maker to stand out in the crowded instant noodle category while boosting exposure for two of its most popular offerings.

    By • March 11, 2025
  • President Donald Trump, joined by Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, signs an executive order on reciprocal tariffs in the Oval Office at the White House on Feb. 13, 2025 in Washington, DC
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    What 6 food and beverage companies are saying about tariffs

    CEOs of General Mills, Tyson Foods and Coca-Cola are among companies warning of an impact to their bottom line, with some predicting price increases from a prolonged trade war.

    By , • March 11, 2025
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    What Coca-Cola has learned on its generative AI journey so far

    Pratik Thakar, head of generative AI for The Coca-Cola Company, explains how the beverage giant is applying the tech throughout its organization.

    By Chris Kelly • March 11, 2025
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    Target heats up its grocery assortment

    The retailer plans to add hundreds of private label items in 2025 and collaborate with well-known chefs on store brand products.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 10, 2025
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    WK Kellogg earmarks $200M for supply chain updates in 2025

    The funds will support a multiyear initiative that has already led to improved productivity and reduced waste, according to company executives. 

    By Haley Cawthon • March 6, 2025
  • Boxes of General Mills cereal are displayed on a grocery store shelf.
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    General Mills shuts down innovation unit, pauses venture investments

    The Cheerios maker said the changes are part of a broader shift in how the Minnesota company pursues new growth.

    By • March 5, 2025
  • Jars of Rao's pasta sauce at a Washington, D.C. grocery store.
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    Food and beverage giants prioritizing small-scale M&A for a foothold in trendy areas

    Kraft Heinz, Hershey and Molson Coors are among the firms looking for deals to boost sales and get them more exposure in fast-growing categories.

    By • March 5, 2025
  • Mondelez's Milka bar filled with Oreo.
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    Cadbury maker Mondelēz bets high chocolate prices won’t dull consumers’ sweet tooth

    CEO Dirk Van de Put said consumer loyalty to the confection is allowing sales to remain strong despite several price increases.

    By • March 4, 2025
  • Cans of Crystal Light Vodka Refreshers.
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    Kraft Heinz’s Crystal Light enters alcohol space for the first time

    The new RTD cocktails differentiate themselves from other beverages in the category through fewer calories and a lower alcohol-by-volume content.

    By • March 4, 2025
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    Celsius names PepsiCo executive to newly created COO role

    Eric Hanson, who has nearly three decades of experience in the food and beverage industry, will be responsible for accelerating the energy drink giant’s growth and expansion efforts.

    By • March 3, 2025