Why Trump's war on Oreos faded to the background

During the presidential race, he swore off the sandwich cookie when Mondelez shipped jobs overseas — but has said nothing more since.

By Keith Loria • Jan. 10, 2017

How Amazon Go will change the grocery experience

The online behemoth's register-less new innovation disrupts the landscape, but does more convenience take away from what food shopping has been?

By Keith Loria • Jan. 9, 2017

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Top 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. 

By Food Dive staff

Whole Foods uses TV ads to showcase its 'Real Food'

The natural chain is boosting its marketing spend in 2017 with an ad blitz that celebrates "food that's naturally beautiful, nourishing and delicious."

By Keith Loria • Jan. 9, 2017

Why Credit Suisse raised Hershey's outlook

Commodity prices and innovation tactics were taken into account, but recent leadership changes may have had the biggest impact.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 9, 2017

With new partnership, Twinkies take on another form: Ice cream

With this alliance, Hostess continues its comeback and Nestle gains profit and loyalty from an innovative legacy brand.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 6, 2017

Soylent aims to bounce back from recall with new flavor varieties

While this is a positive announcement and step forward for Soylent, the company is still reeling from a recall last year of its food bars.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 6, 2017

Why H-E-B invested in emergency communications

The Texas grocery chain can quickly contact both customers and employees through a variety of channels, including telephone calls and texts.

By Keith Loria • Jan. 6, 2017

Trump tariff threat tanks Constellation's share price in December

The company's Q3 earnings report remains positive, with a 7% increase in organic net sales.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 5, 2017

Lawsuit accusing Coca-Cola and ABA of 'deceptive' marketing could fizz over into other products

If the CSPI's lawsuit is as successful for the plaintiffs as a similar 1999 case against tobacco companies, sugary beverage sales could take an even bigger hit in the years to come as litigation plays out. 

By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 5, 2017

Is skipping the line the best benefit of Fetch Rewards?

As retailers race to keep up with Amazon Go's checkout-free grocery, this program is expanding its checkout app to more than 100 store locations.

By Keith Loria • Jan. 5, 2017

Green Giant 'awakens' and taps into nostalgia in new ad campaign

The brand has used humor and nostalgia to engage consumers with messages about how even busy families can still enjoy healthy meals during the week.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 4, 2017

Whole Foods targeted by two lawsuits over undistributed Gainsharing bonuses

Profit-sharing programs disguised as bonus opportunities can be problematic and ineffective, according to experts. 

By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 4, 2017

How Baldor Specialty Foods eliminated 100% of its organic waste

The company has partnered with Haven's Kitchen and MISFIT Juicery to repurpose waste into juice, soups, sauces and cookies. 

By Keith Loria • Jan. 4, 2017

How Burt's Bees new plant-based protein shakes fit into the company's profile

The cosmetics company has stayed true to its holistic health roots by making ingredient choices based on sustainability and environmental impact. 

By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 4, 2017

Amazon dives deeper into private label with Wickedly Prime

The company's use of the term "Prime" within grocery retail could entice consumers who crave the exclusivity such a paid subscription grants.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 4, 2017

What is fueling grocery consolidation?

Fewer big players are controlling more stores nationwide. Why are there fewer companies on top, and will the bigger merchandizers continue their growth in 2017?

By Keith Loria • Jan. 3, 2017

Is Nestle's approach for success in 2017 good for every company?

Meeting diverse nutritional needs, simplifying ingredients and investing in community health are top of mind for the confectionery giant. 

By Keith Loria • Jan. 3, 2017

Is Dr Pepper Snapple getting a good deal on Bai Brands?

The beverage giant has distributed the better-for-you targeted brand since 2013 and intimately knows its portfolio, business model and expansion plans.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 28, 2016

Can the new bilingual Whole Foods supermarket succeed?

The natural foods chain is opening a new store in El Paso that caters to both English and Spanish speakers.

By Doug Harris • Dec. 27, 2016

Food stories that shaped 2016

From Coca-Cola to carrageenan, a month-by-month look at some of Food Dive's most read stories of the year.

By Megan Poinski , Emma Liem Beckett • Dec. 22, 2016

Conagra Brands misses revenue expectations but looks ahead to a flavorful future

The company seems to be embracing packaged foods while still enhancing its offerings within that category.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 22, 2016

Hershey names Michele Buck as new president and CEO

This appointment also means another exciting step forward for food and beverage: Buck adds to the ranks of a relatively small number of female CEOs. 

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 22, 2016

Tyson grows KY operations to meet consumer demand

The $13.5 million expansion will increase outputs, add better food safety and processing equipment, and create 66 new jobs.

By Keith Loria • Dec. 22, 2016

Cargill's canola lecithin expands natural options for manufacturers

The new ingredient is cost-effective, natural and comparable to soy and sunflower-based emulsifiers, not to mention non-GMO and major allergen-free.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 21, 2016

Analysts are optimistic about packaged food in 2017

Despite a forecast of just 1 to 2% growth in consumer spending, Moody's believes cost cutting should improve companies’ cash flows and profitability.

By Keith Loria • Dec. 21, 2016