Corporate Operations: Page 258
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Opinion
Litigation against food companies is increasing, but who benefits?
The grocery store aisles are where most Americans shop for food — and, explains U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform President Lisa A. Rickard, where some lawyers troll for lucrative class action lawsuits.
By Lisa A. Rickard • Feb. 28, 2017 -
Back to the future: Zima, a '90s favorite, is returning
The alcoholic beverage is expected back on U.S. store shelves this year after being pulled in 2008.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 28, 2017 -
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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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Are chainwide store remodels worth the time and expense?
Food Lion will soon begin its latest round of store updates in its Greensboro, NC, market as part of its “Easy, Fresh and Affordable” initiative.
By Jeff Wells • Feb. 28, 2017 -
Why Bonduelle bought Ready Pac
The purchase is expected to help the French company expand its global reach in the fresh food space.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Can Coke move beyond its namesake soda brand?
As sugary drinks are under attack, the beverage giant is hoping to use its acquisitions to drive further growth.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 27, 2017 -
How Whole Foods leverages data analysis
The natural foods retailer's partnership with Dunhumby will help bolster the company's loyalty program and optimize targeted promotions.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Changes heat up Nestle's frozen food sales
The manufacturer used social media, introduced new recipes and moved toward cleaner labels to invigorate its sales.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Is Lidl's employee culture the biggest threat to other grocery stores?
While store design, prices and layout are all important, so are the ways employees are treated.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 27, 2017 -
How Sprouts grows profit through private labels
The grocer reported that 10% of its sales come from private label products, and growth in this category will be a main focus for 2017.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Reinventing the variety store: Hy-Vee will add beauty, fitness and clothing departments
Will shoppers want to pick up milk, spend a half-hour on the treadmill and buy a new pair of jeans all at the same place?
By Doug Harris • Feb. 24, 2017 -
Wal-Mart takes aim at Kroger with price cuts
The rollbacks from the grocery giant could pressure other retailers to respond, squeezing profits.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 24, 2017 -
B&G Foods posts strong sales, earnings growth in 2016
The manufacturer has aggressively acquired and turned around brands like Green Giant.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 24, 2017 -
Naked Juice gets new labels in court settlement
PepsiCo's premium juice brand will have imagery that better depicts what is inside the bottle, clearer ingredient text and a warning that it is not a low-calorie food.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 24, 2017 -
Mondelez e-commerce efforts pay off with 35% jump in sales
The manufacturer is working to leverage this retail channel along with Oreo, belVita and Milka "power brands."
By Keith Loria • Feb. 24, 2017 -
USDA
Whey to go! Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals moves into old Dean Foods dairy processing plant
The company will transform whey into "value-added" byproducts, benefiting local farmers and bolstering an economically struggling area.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Sweegen sees potential markets with stevia
The sweetener is being tested by food, beverage and other companies, but is not being sold to consumers.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Hormel culls profit forecast as pricing pressure hits Jennie-O unit
The meat and snacks manufacturer expects to earn $1.65 to $1.71 per share for the year, down from previous forecast of $1.68 to $1.74.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Sprouts Farmers Market reports healthy sales growth, continues stock buyback
In contrast with other natural grocers' more disappointing earnings, the retailer saw sales increase 14% in Q4.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Pinnacle Foods Q4 revenue exceeds industry expectations
The company's acquisition of Boulder Brands and strong performance from Birds Eye branded frozen products helped growth revenue to $858.5 million for the period.
By Emma Liem Beckett • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Wegmans-Costco spat highlights bitter price disputes between retailers
Clashes over cost claims are not uncommon in an industry where margins are razor thin and competitors keep a close eye on each other.
By Jeff Wells • Feb. 23, 2017 -
USDA
Sanderson Farms' Q1 profit takes flight
Dark meat products helped the company's big numbers, which weren't hampered by the death of the controversial Georgia Dock pricing index.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 23, 2017 -
USDA
Tyson to cut antibiotics from branded chicken breasts, nuggets and wings
Transitioning away from medicines is expensive, but drug-free poultry can be sold for 20% more — giving the company more bang for their cluck.
By Emma Liem Beckett • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Label Insight announces partnerships with Albertsons, Conagra and others
Working with more leading retail and manufacturing organizations highlights the continued movement of the industry toward greater transparency.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Mondelez develops its own trendy new brand
Instead of following the M&A trend to acquire a cracker that appeals to millennials, the international manufacturer is making its own.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Live longer without GMOs? Earth Fare removes them from private label products
The natural products retailer believes that shoppers will see its more than 500 private label food products without the ingredients as healthier.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 22, 2017
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