Hershey beefs up portfolio with new Krave meat bars

Instead of only innovating with flavors and ingredients, the company has decided to extend Krave into nearby subcategories, which maximizes reach among meat snack consumers. 

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 9, 2016

Costco sales gains undermined by discounts, deflation

Despite challenges in the quarter, CFO Richard Galanti said the warehouse retailer is working to invest more in e-commerce and focus on merchandising and pricing.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 8, 2016

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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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Barking up a new tree: How pet food is more like what owners eat

There is an ever-growing segment of pet owners who only want the best for their furry friends — including providing them with food that meets the standards of what they would feed their own families. 

By Keith Loria • Dec. 8, 2016

Why did Nestle divest another beverage company to Harvest Hill?

Nutrament is yet another brand unloaded to the company, which suggests the chocolate and nutrition giant could be trimming its portfolio to free up cash for future acquisitions or startup investments.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 8, 2016

With big company execs named to head Hain Celestial, what does the future hold?

These hires show the company is prepared to move forward from the financial reporting scenario that sent its share price plunging during the past few months.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 8, 2016

Brown-Forman reports fiscal Q2 sales dip after divestitures, but future remains strong

Premium whiskey and tequila brands continue to be strong growth drivers for the spirits maker.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 7, 2016

Tetra Pak unveils new, more sustainable aseptic packaging development

This is the world's first aseptic carton package to receive the highest class of Vinçotte certification, thanks to the renewable materials it uses.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 7, 2016

Quaker Oats partners with Chef'd to bring meal kits to breakfast

The kits will include pre-portioned ingredients, step-by-step preparation instructions, a branded mason jar and extra Quaker Overnight Oats recipe cards.

By Keith Loria • Dec. 7, 2016

IRI continues e-commerce momentum with Clavis Insight alliance

The partnership will help CPG marketers track and assess a brand’s online and offline performance in one place.

By Keith Loria • Dec. 7, 2016

Will JBS's latest IPO announcement actually make it to the stock market?

Judging by past company experiences, it's difficult to say if this announcement is a sure bet.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 7, 2016

Glass half full: How Tropicana plans to inspire consumers' mornings

The juice maker partnered with Ashton Kutcher's APlus.com to sponsor positive content to brighten breakfast routines.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 7, 2016

USDA enlists AUM LifeTech to fight citrus greening through genetics

The disease, which makes fruit worthless, is responsible for nearly $15 billion worth of lost revenue through the years.

By Keith Loria • Dec. 6, 2016

Food, beverage and grocery companies continue to lead in LGBTQ workplace progress

Out of the record-breaking 517 U.S. companies that received 100-point scores on the 2017 Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, 72 are from these sectors.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 6, 2016

General Mills shakes up global business organization and dairy operations

The announcement seems to support claims that the company is grooming president and COO Jeff Harmening to become the CEO.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 6, 2016

Pork giant Smithfield Foods has 8-year plan to cut carbon emissions

The company estimates it emits nearly 17 million metric tons of carbon dioxide a year — almost as much as five coal-fired power plants.

By Keith Loria • Dec. 6, 2016

B&G sauces up with acquisition of Victoria Fine Foods

The $70 million cash purchase may be in a stable category, but this brand doesn't have the same level of recognition as others the company has taken on.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 6, 2016

Tyson embraces alternative proteins with new VC arm

Since the meat giant can't beat the trend, it's investing $150 million to focus on innovations in technologies, business models and products that contribute to food sustainability.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 6, 2016

Ho ho Oreo! Mondelez launches consumer-facing gifting site

The food giant is focusing less on personalization and more on convenience for both gift givers and recipients.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 6, 2016

Bee aggressive: General Mills partnership tackles rebuilding pollinator habitat

The effort is planned to restore more than 100,000 acres by 2021.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 5, 2016

Time to toast the Pop-Tarts: Kellogg partners with Dunkin' Donuts

The new limited-edition varieties taste like the breakfast chain's coffee — without the caffeine.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 5, 2016

Former Cargill accounting manager pleads guilty to stealing $3.1M

The employee was able to convince Cargill customers to buck protocol and send invoices directly to her rather than corporate offices, causing company losses of at least $25 million.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 1, 2016

Dollar General falls on lower prices, food stamp cuts

Fierce competition from Wal-Mart is also hitting Dollar General and rival dollar stores hard.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 1, 2016

Kroger's Q3 profits dip, but sales growth demonstrates promise for the industry

The retailer has long been a bright spot among struggling grocers with growth bucking negative trends. 

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 1, 2016

Report: US cereals contain significantly more sugar and sodium than other countries

Kellogg’s Honey Smacks had 55.6 grams of sugar per 100 g in the U.S., but the same product contained only 43 g other places.

By Keith Loria • Dec. 1, 2016

Will a Georgia Dock hiatus make a difference?

The embattled 44-year-old poultry pricing index did not publish for the first time this week.

By Keith Loria • Dec. 1, 2016