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

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

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Getting reformulation right: How food companies are rethinking ingredients to meet consumer demand

Ingredient suppliers and companies like PepsiCo and Conagra are working closer together to overhaul brands to cater to a rise in healthy eating and expanding GLP-1 use. 

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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

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

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

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

Activist investor takes 10% stake in Hain Celestial

Engaged Capital said in a filing that it could decide to pressure the natural and organic company to put itself up for sale.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 30, 2017

Study: Lidl running even with Aldi on price, but ahead of Walmart and Kroger

Deutsche Bank found the retailer, which opened its first U.S. stores June 15, sold products that cost up to 15% less than its rivals.

By Jeff Wells • June 30, 2017

Beer for brunch: Brewers hope to make morning the right time for a drink

Companies are producing varieties that pair well with bacon, eggs and pancakes, hoping to build a bigger audience for the alcoholic beverage.

By Christopher Doering • June 30, 2017

McCormick's Q2 earnings beat analyst expectations

The spice and flavorings maker's recent acquisitions and investments in organic and non-GMO ingredients helped drive sales, which rose 5% to $1.11 billion for the period. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 29, 2017