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

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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

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

GMA bets on Geoff Freeman as its new CEO

The former head of the American Gaming Association will take over for Pamela Bailey at the food and beverage trade group starting Aug. 1.

By Christopher Doering • June 5, 2018

Tyson buys organic producer Tecumseh Poultry

The maker of air-chilled Smart Chicken joins the meat producer's NatureRaise Farms and Aidells organic brands, and could give the company a competitive edge in the growing category.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 5, 2018

Halo Top eyes more scoop shops

The popular ice cream is now being sold at two Southern California scoop shops, and the company just sponsored a four-day pop-up location in New York City.

By Cathy Siegner • June 5, 2018

H-E-B, Publix and Wegmans top KPMG customer satisfaction survey

The grocery sector, which had the most satisfied patrons on the whole, does well in terms of empathy, use of technology and personalization, the firm found.

By Patti Zarling • June 5, 2018

Where do vegetarian consumers prefer to shop? It isn't Whole Foods

An analysis shows shoppers who prefer meatless fare were most likely to visit Vons and Publix over Sprouts and the Amazon-owned grocer in early 2018.

By Patti Zarling • June 5, 2018

State bills banning taxes on sugary drinks gain momentum

After early stumbles, carbonated soft drink makers have scored wins in Michigan and Arizona, while a similar initiative is gaining strength in Washington state.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 5, 2018

Southeastern Grocers exits Chapter 11

The company, which reduced its debt by $600 million, plans to accelerate its store remodels and introduce a new customer loyalty program this summer.

By Jeff Wells • June 4, 2018

Teenage dream: Young consumers spend 1,000 hours thinking about food

A recent survey of 2,000 families with teens found that while they may complain about meals, young consumers often make menu suggestions and influence 30% of the weekly grocery bill.

By Cathy Siegner • June 4, 2018

Necco sells to Metropoulos family entity for $17.3M

After the bankruptcy sale to Spangler Candy fell apart, the second-highest bidder — which is known for turning around Hostess and other brands — was able to snag the confectioner.

By Megan Poinski • June 4, 2018

Will IOUs and slow payments hurt food and grocery companies in the long run?

Selling accounts receivables give companies more cash flow and makes their finances look better, but critics say the practice can be misleading.

By Patti Zarling • June 4, 2018

HelloFresh to sell meal kits at nearly 600 Ahold Delhaize stores

The pre-packed meals will be sold at Giant and Stop & Shop starting this week — the latest migration of the product into traditional brick-and-mortar locations.

By Christopher Doering • June 4, 2018

Dollar General could bring produce to 'thousands' of stores

CEO Todd Vasos says the company is pleased with early tests, noting the fresh additions give stores a competitive edge and help drive regular traffic.

By Jeff Wells • June 1, 2018

Albertsons expands private label offerings to include new premium line

The grocery chain's first product under the new Signature Reserve brand will be ice cream with flavors such as Brazilian Guava Cheesecake and Bourbon Maple Blondie.

By Krishna Thakker • June 1, 2018

FDA's definition of chocolate excludes new ruby variety

Barry Callebaut, which said several U.S. food companies are interested in the new ingredient, is asking the agency for a temporary marketing permit so it can properly label the new product.

By Cathy Siegner • June 1, 2018

Aldi targets Arizona for major expansion effort

The chain will build at least nine locations along with a regional office and distribution center in the Phoenix metro area.

By Jeff Wells • May 31, 2018

Inside Tyson Foods' effort to adopt the startup mentality

The meat processor has started an innovation lab whose seven-member team oversees everything from creating to marketing the products — to get them to consumers faster.

By Christopher Doering • May 31, 2018

SnackNation gets $12M in funding to accelerate growth plans

The Los Angeles-based startup plans to expand distribution beyond offices and homes to hospitality and transportation channels while bolstering data-collection activities to benefit the brands it carries.

By Cathy Siegner • May 31, 2018

Walmart kicks off shareholders' meeting with focus on associates

The annual meeting started with a series of announcements about workforce initiatives in front of employees at an Arkansas arena. 

By Laura Heller • May 30, 2018

Can food take lessons from other industries?

Specialty Foods Association President Phil Kafarakis writes that borrowing ideas from tech, health care, banking and insurance could help companies adapt to changing business trends.

By Phil Kafarakis • May 30, 2018