Product transparency driving sales growth in consumer goods

Nielsen found nearly 65% of U.S. households buy sustainable items, and brands that value sustainabilty and social responsibility saw the largest purchase increase.

By Patti Zarling • June 14, 2018

Bob's Red Mill sues trade group in gluten-free certification dispute

The company's complaint asks a federal judge to find the Gluten Intolerance Group of North America's certification symbol unenforceable.

By Cathy Siegner • June 14, 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

Spindrift CEO on quenching consumer thirst for sparkling water and real ingredients

After initially being turned down by major retailers, Bill Creelman now expects as many as 25,000 stores will carry his product by the end of the year.

By Christopher Doering • June 14, 2018

Developer sues Lidl over cancelled projects

Leon Capital Group claims the discounter wrongfully left it with "substantial financial losses" after exiting store developments in three North Carolina cities.

By Jeff Wells • June 13, 2018

Whole Foods is 'accelerating' its Prime savings rollout

The grocer added the membership discounts to stores in 10 states this week, and says it's getting strong customer feedback.

By Alicia Kelso • June 13, 2018

Mars Wrigley taps marketing vet as new global president

The confectionery giant named current CMO Andrew Clarke to the role, which he will take over in September from the retiring Martin Radvan.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 13, 2018

CPG in trouble: Can solutions be found in corporate venturing and startups?

To take maximum advantage of corporate venturing, CPG companies need to adopt some startup know-how, according to Bahige El-Rayes and Roberta Roeller of A.T. Kearney.

By Bahige El-Rayes and Roberta Roeller • June 13, 2018

Kellogg names Chris Hood North American president

Starting July 1, he will take over the cereal maker's largest region responsible for morning foods, snacks and frozen products.

By Cathy Siegner • June 12, 2018

New Sabra CEO dips into the potential of 'feel-good food'

Coffee veteran Tomer Harpaz plans to help drive sales of the company's on-trend hummus and dips by expanding opportunities for enjoyment.

By Megan Poinski • June 11, 2018

Clif Bar expands reach into cereal aisle

Although best known for its granola bars, the snack maker is hoping its new product will give consumers another way to gain energy and nutrition on the go.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 11, 2018

Could Albertsons' purchase of Rite Aid fall apart?

Many shareholders believe the drugstore chain is worth more than the grocer offered to pay when the deal was announced in February.

By Krishna Thakker • June 11, 2018

Lidl surprise: US consumers love it

Reports of the German grocer's first year in the country have generally been negative, but a new study from Oliver Wyman shows the store is resonating and building shopper loyalty.

By Megan Poinski • June 8, 2018

7 ways Walmart is innovating with technology

From new mobile apps for both customers and employees to robots on the store floor, the retail giant is using tech to best the competition.

By Laura Heller • June 8, 2018

The soda fountain of youth

Lou Jordano, CMO of Crimson Hexagon, explores whether Diet Coke's new flavors can help attract a younger audience.

By Lou Jordano • June 8, 2018

Molson Coors buys California kombucha company

The beer giant plans to expand marketing and distribution of Clearly Kombucha's fermented tea beverage beyond its current six Western states.

By Cathy Siegner • June 8, 2018

Nearly half of consumers wouldn't mind if their supermarket closed

The average American lives close to more than 10 grocery retailers and shops at almost half of them. A study found most people would just go somewhere else if their favorite location closed.

By Patti Zarling • June 8, 2018

Smucker's Q4 earnings hurt by stale baking brands

The struggling Pillsbury brand, which contributed to a 2% decline in its consumer food segment, is among the products it could divest as it explores a sale of its baking portfolio.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 7, 2018

Heineken USA taps Maggie Timoney as new CEO

The company veteran, who currently oversees its division in Ireland, is the first woman to take the helm of a major U.S. beer manufacturer.

By Patti Zarling • June 7, 2018

United Natural Foods beats on revenue, but margins slip

The specialty wholesaler recorded $2.65 billion in net sales, with plans to top $10 billion for its fiscal year.

By Jeff Wells • June 7, 2018

PepsiCo latest Big Food partner for Chicago incubator project

The company joins a growing list of firms to partner with The Hatchery, including Kellogg and Conagra, to develop and grow innovative snack products.

By Cathy Siegner • June 7, 2018

Sticker shock: Price war battles intensify among large grocers

Despite increased inflation and rising manufacturing costs, shoppers at Costco, Walmart, Kroger, and Target continue to pay less as stores battle for customers.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 7, 2018

Craft beer hopes to reap greater profits through taproom and brewpub sales

According to statistics from the Beer Institute, direct-to-consumer sales at these venues grew 24.2% last year, representing one in every dozen craft brews sold in the U.S. 

By Jessi Devenyns • June 6, 2018

Brown-Forman offers buyouts, warns of impact from US tariff war

The Kentucky maker of Jack Daniels whiskey posted sales during the fourth quarter of $733 million and earnings of $110 million.

By Christopher Doering • June 6, 2018

With recyclable packaging, Purple Carrot says it's rooting for the environment

The company's new corrugated boxes are made from 95% post-consumer material, using a recycled cellulose paper fiber liner and disposable ice packs.

By Alicia Kelso • June 6, 2018

Sniff Seal lets consumers determine if products pass the smell test

Tri-Seal has acquired a patent for the technology, which can help grocers and manufacturers avoid losses from shoppers breaking product seals to sample aromas.   

By Cathy Siegner • June 6, 2018