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Silly General Mills! Artificial colors are coming back to Trix
After receiving consumer complaints about the new version with natural colors, the cereal giant is bringing back the brighter cereal that today's adults grew up eating.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Cheerios introduces new indulgent chocolate peanut butter flavor
Will launching a purely decadent flavor variety tarnish the heart-smart brand's health halo?
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Food Dive
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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PepsiCo, Campbell and Hershey leaders honored in Fortune's 'Most Powerful Women' list
The annual ranking puts the snacks and beverages giant CEO Indra Nooyi at #2, soup company magnate Denise Morrison at #31 and the chocolate company's new leader Michelle Buck at #45.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Dole to lay off 402 more California strawberry workers
The second layoff of strawberry workers announced this summer likely stems from company efforts to lower production costs and reduce real estate holdings prior to either going public or being sold.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Could Impossible Fish follow the Impossible Burger?
Impossible Foods wants to use its technology to replicate other meats with plant-based protein, but producing seafood substitutes has many challenges.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 22, 2017 -
PureCircle launches new stevia tool for faster formulation
The new system helps manufacturers create custom blends to maximize product taste, sugar reduction, solubility and speed to market.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Israeli startup gets $8.1M to scale up sugar-reduction technology
DouxMatok plans to use the funding to bring its patented solution, which cuts back on sweetener use by about 40%, to market by the end of next year.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 21, 2017 -
New ancient wheat variety could bring bread to consumers with gluten sensitivity
The grain is being marketed to both industrial and artisan bakers, and could lure adventurous eaters as well as consumers with gut health concerns.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Quaker Oats and Oreo have many people talking, new study says
According to the Engagement Labs report, whether consumers are chatting about a brand is influenced both by negative sentiment and marketing campaigns.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Harris Teeter's new service builds shopping lists from online recipes
The retailer has launched a website that automatically generates an ingredient list for shoppers using the grocer’s same-day ExpressLane service.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 21, 2017 -
M&M's sweetens the discussion about wind power
The candy company is using its well-known chocolate mascots to invite consumers to learn more about the renewable power source.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Kraft Heinz juices up Capri Sun brand with healthier options
The beverage brand is introducing sugar-free and organic varieties to give parents healthy options for their kids and keep pace with competition.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Albertsons buys meal kit company Plated for undisclosed amount
The deal gives the grocer recognition and expertise in the fast-growing meal kit category, while the subscription service gains access to 2,300 stores and the financial resources of a leading supermarket.
By Jeff Wells • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Report: Agrifood tech startups raised $4B in the first half of 2017
Investment interest increased according to AgFunder's report — particularly in food delivery, farm technologies and novel farming systems.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 20, 2017 -
IGA hires a new CEO
John Ross joins the grocer in hopes that his data expertise can reinvigorate slumping independent sales.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Walmart pilots program letting SNAP customers buy groceries through click-and-collect
In a small-scale test across five stores, food stamp recipients can order groceries through the retailer's website and pay for them at pickup.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 20, 2017 -
How Pyure grows its brand among retailers and Amazon
The stevia-based sweetener startup launched a full digital marketing campaign, utilizing Amazon advertising, digital banners, YouTube videos and social media to gain recognition and increased product placement.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Kroger plans to eliminate food waste by 2025
With an estimated 10% of grocery store items thrown out annually, the retailer has pledged to eliminate it through prevention, donation and diversion efforts.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Coca-Cola finds opportunity in slow times for soda
The company's small pack sizes and online ordering, which drove 4% of the segment's sales growth last year, prove there are still paths to expansion for carbonated beverages.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 20, 2017 -
USDA
United Fresh and Western Growers jointly promote recall insurance
This is not a one-size-fits-all proposition for food and agriculture companies, so the program puts together individualized coverage plans to help reduce risk and minimize exposure.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 20, 2017 -
General Mills' earnings show continued slide in sales and profits
Sales have been declining for nine straight quarters at the iconic cereal company, so it plans to aggressively focus on restructuring and momentum to improve performance.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Why Hispanic grocers are poised for explosive growth
Stores are drawing shoppers of all ethnicities, but grocers face the challenge of scaling effectively and appealing to a broader audience while still retaining their authenticity.
By Jeff Wells • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Post Holdings to buy Bob Evans Farms for $1.53B
The deal is expected to strengthen the cereal maker's position by adding the breakfast company's popular packaged goods line to its extensive RTE morning food portfolio.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 19, 2017 -
Report: Amazon craves a piece of the sweet and salty snacks market
The e-commerce giant’s snacks sales are up 42% versus a year ago, suggesting the $49 billion category could be the latest on the retailer’s path of disruption.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 19, 2017 -
Tyson's plans for Kansas chicken plant ruffle local feathers
Concerns about the proposed processing facility, hatchery and feed mill mainly hinge on environmental issues, especially from residents living near the site.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 19, 2017
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