Corporate Operations: Page 227
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Quaker introduces squeezable oatmeal pouch
The legacy brand is launching its Oat Squeeze product and Porridge to Go breakfast squares in the U.K. later this summer, but will consumers bite?
By Emma Liem Beckett • July 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Eagle Foods CEO hunts for deals as large food makers jettison brands
Despite growing consumer demand to eat healthier, the company, which makes sweetened condensed milk and popcorn, will focus on selling snacks and indulgent products with good flavor.
By Christopher Doering • July 10, 2017 -
Explore the Trendlineâž”
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TrendlineHow AI is transforming the food and beverage industry
Companies are leaning on the technology across nearly all parts of their operations, from marketing to product design.
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Report: Snack bar maker Kind looking to sell stake in company
A sale in part of the firm, known for simple and recognizable ingredients, could attract interest from Kellogg, General Mills, Campbell Soup, PepsiCo and Mars.
By Christopher Doering • July 10, 2017 -
Mondelez CEO dismisses interest in Nestle's US candy business
The food products company's sweets business includes Cadbury, and a deal would add well-known brands such as Butterfinger, Baby Ruth and Crunch to its operations.
By Christopher Doering • July 10, 2017 -
Land O'Lakes, Breyers and Yoplait win consumer trust award
The three legacy brands received the recognition from Brandspark International due to consumer satisfaction with their taste, quality and nutritional benefits.
By Caroline Macdonald • July 10, 2017 -
Shotput aims to reduce food deserts through supply chain technology
The Oakland, California-based startup plans to deliver fresh and healthy food to convenient places at inexpensive prices.
By Megan Poinski • July 10, 2017 -
Whole Foods-Amazon deal was more negotiating, less fairy tale romance
The retailer made a counteroffer to the online giant and fielded bids from another retailer and four private equity firms, an SEC filing shows.
By Megan Poinski • July 10, 2017 -
Moody's downgrades Fairway Market, citing it as a credit risk
The small New York-based chain is facing many of the same challenges as other regional grocers, including competitive pressure from large retailers and the internet.
By Sandy Skrovan • July 10, 2017 -
A week after IPO, Blue Apron may be short on cash
Despite its $300 million initial offering, the meal kit-delivery service only has enough money to last about a year and finding additional funding sources could prove difficult.
By Sandy Skrovan • July 7, 2017 -
Whole Foods seeks a new creative agency
The natural and organic retailer plans to increase its marketing spend as it prepares for acquisition and tries to overcome its "Whole Paycheck" image.
By Jeff Wells • July 7, 2017 -
The Fresh Market remodels, expanding product lines and adding sampling stations
The specialty grocer recently completed updates to six stores in North and South Carolina, but will it be enough to turn the retailer around?
By Jeff Wells • July 7, 2017 -
Campbell buys organic company Pacific Foods for $700M
The Oregon-based manufacturer has been a leader in natural and simple-ingredient soup, broth and food products.
By Megan Poinski • July 7, 2017 -
Opinion
How CPG marketers eat up the consumer's attention span
The human attention span is about eight seconds, down from 12 seconds in 2000. Steve Sachs of OneSpot says personalization is the key to attracting and retaining shoppers.
By Steve Sachs • July 7, 2017 -
Budweiser's latest package design honors states where beer is made
Earlier this summer, the AB InBev-owned brew reintroduced its patriotic bottles and cans to raise money for armed forces members and their families.
By Christopher Doering • July 7, 2017 -
Kroger sues Lidl for trademark infringement
The grocery giant claims the discounter’s Preferred Selection brand is too similar in name and appearance to its Private Selection line of products.
By Jeff Wells • July 6, 2017 -
Opinion
Beyond category leaders: Food companies need to win over consumers' stomachs
The average American eats nearly a ton of food a year. Elliot Begoun of the Intertwine Group describes ways to get up-and-coming products somewhere into that individual's diet.
By Elliot Begoun • July 6, 2017 -
Craft breweries fight big beer encroachment with new logo
The Brewers Association said the seal is available to operations of 6 million barrels or less, and where no more than 25% of the ownership comes from a non-craft entity.
By Christopher Doering • July 6, 2017 -
New Beanfields Snacks CEO touts possibilities and partnerships
ZICO Coconut Water founder and Powerplant Ventures partner Mark Rampolla will take no salary as he oversees the salty snacks company.
By Megan Poinski • July 6, 2017 -
SpartanNash CFO resigns after 1 year with the company
Chris Meyers is leaving his post due to “personal reasons,” effective July 14.
By Jeff Wells • July 5, 2017 -
Amazon-Whole Foods deal could speed the decline of paper coupons
Experts say they expect the online retail giant to offer price matching and guaranteed low prices throughout Whole Foods.
By Jeff Wells • July 5, 2017 -
Report: Proposed SNAP cuts would mean $57.5B less for grocers
Walmart would be the hardest hit retailer, followed by Target and Aldi, according to a study by AlixPartners.
By Jeff Wells • July 5, 2017 -
Probability grocery stores will default rises with Amazon's Whole Foods bid
The median increased by nearly a third since the online company’s June 16 bid for the natural and organic retailer, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.
By Jeff Wells • July 5, 2017 -
Lactalis buys organic yogurt maker Stonyfield for $875M
Danone was required to sell the U.S. dairy company as part of the agreement with the federal government to close its $10 billion deal with plant-based foods giant WhiteWave.
By Christopher Doering • July 5, 2017 -
Blue Apron CEO says Amazon's Whole Foods acquisition is 'good for us'
The meal-kit company's chief Matt Salzberg said the retail giant, which has struggled so far with its grocery operations, could help online food delivery evolve.
By Jeff Wells • June 30, 2017 -
Exercising its commitment to health, Hy-Vee plans a wellness-focused store
The proposed 17,000 square foot store, sited for western Des Moines, also includes a gym, pharmacy and medical clinic.
By Jeff Wells • June 30, 2017
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