Applegate Farms launches sausage line sourced from regenerative agriculture

The Hormel subsidiary's New Food Collective features pork from small farms certified by the American Grassfed Association.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 19, 2019

Danone taps portfolio of 'tools and weapons' to serve changing consumer tastes

Mariano Lozano, CEO of the French giant's North American operations, said the company benefits from its diverse set of options, including probiotics, grass-fed, organic, non-GMO, low sugar, plant-based and traditional dairy.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 19, 2019

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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

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Will GMA's new strategy bring back former members?

The CPG industry group said its long-term strategy is to fundamentally transform the organization, which recently went through some difficult times as companies including Nestlé, Campbell Soup and Kraft Heinz left.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 15, 2019

Nestlé considers selling its cold cuts business as sales surge

The Swiss food giant emphasized the success of its deals in 2018 as net acquisitions pushed up sales by 0.7% and offset divestments.

By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 14, 2019

Coca-Cola soda sales slide in Q4 as 2019 outlook disappoints

Despite a drop in its core sparkling business, the beverage giant benefited from growth in coffee, water, sports drinks and teas. 

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 14, 2019

Cupid strikes food makers as they take aim at lucrative Valentine's Day sales

Consumers are expected to spend $21 billion on the romantic holiday this year, and Kellogg and Hershey are among the companies tailoring products to it. 

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 14, 2019

Ultra-processed foods can increase risk of early death, study finds

These items, which are mostly snacks, desserts or ready-to-eat meals, now account for more than 29% of total calories consumed, researchers said.

By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 13, 2019

AB InBev launches Ritas Spritz to target more female consumers

Amid an industry-wide slowdown, the brewer's newest product targets women in hopes of actively persuading the demographic to purchase more beverages. 

By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 13, 2019

Tastewise uses artificial intelligence to digest information on the latest food trends

The site analyzes billions of data points — including more than 1 billion photos shared every month and 153,000 restaurant menus across the U.S.

By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 13, 2019

Molson Coors to restate earnings following accounting errors

The company said sales fell 6.2% during the fourth quarter as beer volumes continued to decline in the U.S., led by premium light brews.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 12, 2019

Will Orange Vanilla Coke bring more sunshine to soda sales?

The new flavor, created to be a nostalgic reminder of creamy popsicles enjoyed during childhood, hits shelves on Feb. 25.

By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 11, 2019

How the cannabis beverage was established — and expanded — by Keef Brands

CEO Erik Knutson told Food Dive how his company created sodas, seltzers and juices with the trendy ingredient, entered into a partnership for beer and where he sees the market going.

By Megan Poinski • Feb. 11, 2019

AB InBev's incubator arm takes full ownership of RateBeer

Does a megabeer corporation's possession of the most popular rating site pose a conflict of interest? Some think it may.

By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 8, 2019

Hain Celestial shares drop 19% after 'truly disappointing' second quarter

The organic and natural food company's stock fell as low as $14.45 on Thursday, which Bloomberg reported was its lowest intraday price since October 2011.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 8, 2019

Cargill launches palm oil shortening line for baked goods

The company said PalmAgility has a smoother and creamier texture, meaning faster mixing times and better incorporation of ingredients.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 7, 2019

Nestlé acquires rights to technology to fight iron deficiency

Ferri Pro is a protein-iron complex that uses food-grade materials to fortify food and beverages, but without negatively affecting the quality or taste.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 7, 2019

Carlsberg toasts rising beer sales and sustainability progress

The Danish brewer saw 2018 net revenue rise 3%, the company's first sales jump in three years, as the rest of the industry posts losses.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 7, 2019

Conagra cuts 100 jobs shuttering Pinnacle's Boulder office

The closure of the former Boulder Brands headquarters brings employee cuts following the $10.9 billion acquisition to 600.

By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 7, 2019

Campbell Soup drops Habit, selling its nutrition company to Viome

Financial terms were not disclosed, but the New Jersey manufacturer has been the sole investor and majority shareholder for the personalized meal planning company since it started in 2015.

By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 7, 2019

How Bulletproof brews a transparent coffee supply chain

For the keto-friendly brand, the promise of superhuman health has to be backed up by a relentless sourcing strategy. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 7, 2019

Unilever expands healthy snacks with Graze acquisition

The CPG giant bought the brand — which offers a variety of munchies including nuts, seeds and bars — from The Carlyle Group for an undisclosed amount.

By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 6, 2019

Grain-free tortilla startup Siete raises $90M from Stripes Group

The family-owned Mexican brand wants to be a billion-dollar company, and will use the funds to expand the reach of its products, which hit on the latest trends.

By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 6, 2019

Consumers miss their Sweethearts this Valentine's Day

After NECCO's bankruptcy sale last year, Spangler plans to relaunch the hearts in 2020, but some of the iconic confectioner's less-renowned brands may be back before that.

By Nina Sparling • Feb. 6, 2019

Report: Tyson Foods may buy Foster Farms for $2B

Sources who requested anonymity told CNBC the two protein companies have been talking about a deal, but may not be able to agree on price.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 6, 2019

Smokin' hot volcano-to-table protein startup attracts $33M from Danone, ADM

Sustainable Bioproducts said its fermentation technology can grow protein with high nutritional value and minimal impact on the environment.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 5, 2019