Campbell Soup beefs up e-commerce focus with new CMO of meals and beverages

Diego Palmieri, a veteran of SC Johnson, will be responsible for all aspects of marketing and consumer connection in the U.S. for the company.

By Erica Sweeney • July 13, 2018

Dang Foods rolls out high-fat, low-carb FATBAR

The company, which is best known for onion and coconut chips, will launch the product on Amazon in September and in Whole Foods in early 2019.

By Patti Zarling • July 13, 2018

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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

Danone, Mars, Nestlé and Unilever launch sustainable food policy alliance

The four Big Food companies said the partnership will initially focus on improving nutrition labeling and reducing carbon emissions. 

By Cathy Siegner • July 13, 2018

ColorKitchen debuts natural food colors for use in baking

The Oregon company claims its powdered substitutes stay bright, are shelf-stable and don't impart any flavors or odors to baked goods.

By Cathy Siegner • July 12, 2018

Dean Foods to close two plants, lay off 207 employees

Job losses are scheduled to begin in September. They are being blamed in part on Walmart's new milk processing facility, which opened in June in Indiana.

By Cathy Siegner • July 12, 2018

E-grocer GrubMarket nets $32M to expand delivery

Between 60% and 70% of the West Coast company's direct-from-the-farm business is in B2B sourcing, but future plans include expanding consumer delivery and an IPO.

By Krishna Thakker • July 12, 2018

Walmart expands c-store concept to third location

The retail giant says its goal is to make shopping easier with fuel centers located in the parking lots of its massive supercenters. 

By Daphne Howland • July 12, 2018

Fiji Water to end distribution partnership with Keurig Dr Pepper

Analysts speculate that Fiji's departure from the newly merged company could be followed by the loss of other brands, including BodyArmor, with Coca-Cola a potential buyer.

By Cathy Siegner • July 12, 2018

BJ's Wholesale accepts PayPal in latest digital move

The retailer is aggressively expanding online and mobile capabilities following its IPO, adding new digital payment options to streamline transactions. 

By Dan O'Shea • July 11, 2018

PepsiCo looks to generate buzz with new Hive incubator

The manufacturer joins other CPG companies such as Kellogg, Campbell Soup and Conagra who have made similar investments to uncover hot new products.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 11, 2018

The Fresh Market will shutter 15 stores as part of turnaround plan

The closures across nine states follow the grocer's decision earlier this year to halt growth and focus on its existing locations.

By Jeff Wells • July 10, 2018

Jet to open Bronx fulfillment center for NYC push

The move is yet another sign that Walmart's ambitions in the Big Apple are centered squarely on Jet.

By Daphne Howland • July 10, 2018

Grocery giant Kroger tries on a new outfit with apparel line

The company hired Joe Mimran, the acclaimed designer and the mind behind Loblaws' Joe Fresh brand, to create the signature clothing brand called Dip.

By Krishna Thakker • July 10, 2018

PepsiCo earnings beat expectations, boosted by strong snack performance

The Frito-Lay division saw revenue climb 4% for the period while its North American beverage unit slumped, marking four consecutive periods of decline. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 10, 2018

Target takes on Halo Top with its own low-calorie, high-protein ice cream

The retailer is the latest company to copy the frozen foods maker that has become the No. 1 pint seller in the U.S.

By Patti Zarling • July 10, 2018

Striking a balance between pricing and provenance

Kieran Forsey, CEO of private brand grocery specialist Solutions for Retail Brands, explains why "clean and clear" labeling is a key weapon in the battle of the supermarkets.

By Kieran Forsey • July 9, 2018

Walmart taps outsiders for customer, marketing roles

Executives from American Express and TripAdvisor will arrive this summer to help the retail giant better connect with shoppers.

By Daphne Howland • July 9, 2018

Tariffs hit cheesemakers struggling with low prices, record surplus

There are few options available from the government to help the industry, so producers will have to wait it out or may be forced to exit the space.

By Cathy Siegner • July 9, 2018

Hershey's, Oreo and M&M's among 10 brands most trusted by millennials, Gen Z

The three legacy brands have built strong customer loyalty due in large part to consistent quality and investment in product innovation. 

By Jessi Devenyns • July 9, 2018

Grow, Amazon Go: Retailer adding a second Seattle location

The store, which is slated to open this fall, will be 70% bigger than the original one located a mile away.

By Jeff Wells • July 6, 2018

Target automating cash-counting at stores

The merchant is adding 500 of the machines to stores in August, and more by the end of 2018, to give employees more time to work with customers.

By Corinne Ruff • July 6, 2018

Transparency at the core: Quinn Snacks tells consumers exactly where their ingredients originate

The snack brand strives to have on-demand information that is "three layers deep" — the name of the farmers, the location of the farm, and the processes used to grow and harvest the product.

By Megan Poinski • July 6, 2018

Target narrows pricing gap with Walmart

The retailer is getting aggressive on price when it comes to household essentials, matching or beating Walmart.com on several items.

By Daphne Howland • July 6, 2018

General Mills creates buzz with Amazon Prime Day cereal promo

The CPG company is offering a free box of Honey Nut Cheerios for qualifying consumers who use Prime Pantry, Amazon Fresh and Amazon Prime Now. 

By Alicia Kelso • July 6, 2018

Brew Dr. says 'Yes we can' to new kombucha packaging

The Oregon maker of the fermented drink is the first to use aluminum for the beverage, increasing its portability to places such as beaches and parks.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 6, 2018