No sweet deal: Mondelez walks away from Hershey takeover possibility

Hershey's stock price dipped nearly 10% in after hours as a result.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 30, 2016

General Mills sued over glyphosate in Nature Valley products

Such mislabeling cases involving the "natural" term may push the FDA to speed the process of developing an official definition and labeling guidance.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 26, 2016

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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. 

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Restructuring of meat giant JBS could shake up the market

Its depth of portfolio and market penetration makes the company a significant competitor for a wide range of meat providers, from Tyson Foods to Hormel. 

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 25, 2016

Sanderson Farms still bouncing back from bird flu and mixed market prices

Chicken processors are still struggling to return their exports to the demand they saw before last year's outbreak

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 25, 2016

What Jeff Harmening could offer as CEO of General Mills

When Harmening might be ready to take the top job, or when current CEO Ken Powell might be ready to give it up, is unclear.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 25, 2016

EEOC files lawsuit accusing Wayne Farms of disability discrimination

The poultry processor will "actively dispute" the lawsuit, which started with a previous investigation in 2011 involving employee absenteeism and the firing of employees due to repeated unexcused absences, the company said in a statement.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 24, 2016

Smucker revenue dips on lower prices and pet food competition

The company reported its first revenue decline in six quarters.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 23, 2016

Credit Suisse: Hormel poised for profit thanks to low commodity prices

Unlike many competitors, the company is currently maintaining top-line growth to match its bottom-line benefits.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 23, 2016

Bakery supplier refutes claims of falsified tests and safety violations

Because of its vast customer base of retailers and foodservice distributors, any Orange Bakery products needing to be recalled could turn into a similar scenario as CRF Frozen Foods earlier this year.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 23, 2016

Why Coca-Cola should buy Monster

The longer Coca-Cola waits to pursue an acquisition, the more expensive Monster becomes as its stock price steadily rises.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 23, 2016

Why it's important for startups to maintain autonomy after acquisition

Smaller companies could risk losing the appeal that attracted consumers in the first place, particularly in terms of transparency and engagement.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 22, 2016

Hormel announces its commitment to cage-free eggs — effective immediately

The company is the latest to join the movement, but has made the changes already—rather than planning for five or 10 years down the line.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 22, 2016

Hampton Creek could be the next unicorn startup

Cofounder and CEO Josh Tetrick told employees that potential investors include a German media group and someone with "higher net worth" in Silicon Valley, someone who attended the meeting told Bloomberg. 

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 19, 2016

Nestle struggles with pricing in emerging markets

The company reaffirmed its full-year outlook for organic growth, predicting similar results to last year's 4.2% increase.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 19, 2016

Hormel boosts earnings forecast again after posting growth across its portfolio

Three of the company's five segments reported increases in volume, sales and earnings in the quarter.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 18, 2016

Why accounting errors won't stop Hain takeover speculation — or 6 hungry potential buyers

Letting up on speculation of a takeover may be premature based on the facts of the case, the value the company's portfolio could provide, and the list of suitors that may be lining up.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 17, 2016

What is 'natural'? Post lawsuits resurface debate.

Many manufacturers are avoiding use of the term altogether until the FDA determines its final defnition.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 17, 2016

Hain's stock plunges after announcing delay for Q4, fiscal 2016 earnings

The company does not expect to reach its previously expected full-year guidance after identifying financial reporting issues.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 16, 2016

A Balancing Act: 4 potential food and beverage deals on the radar

M&A deal counts have slowed so far this year, but the capital is available, interest rates are low, and multiples are still favorable for sellers.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 15, 2016

Hostess brings Deep Fried Twinkies to the freezer section

The company created the new product in Wal-Mart's food lab during a year-long partnership with the retailer.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 15, 2016

Mondelez increasing its global cookie jar with Cadbury biscuits license

Chocolate and biscuits have innovation and synergistic opportunities that the company is now better positioned to explore worldwide.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 12, 2016

Lawsuit over Cheerios Protein claims will go forward

The plaintiffs claim that the cereal contains a negligible amount of additional protein at 7 grams per serving because the serving size is twice as big as that of regular Cheerios, which contains 3 grams of protein per serving.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 12, 2016

Animal cruelty reported at Tyson farm leads to firings and new policies

The investigation into reports of animal abuse at a Virginia contract farm could result in sweeping animal welfare reforms comparable to those Perdue recently announced.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 12, 2016

Acquisitions help Flowers Foods sales rise

The company also disclosed in a securities filing that the Department of Labor will be performing an upcoming compliance review under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 11, 2016

Are QR codes a labeling problem or solution?

The answer may depend on how manufacturers can show that the pixelated boxes add value to their conversations with consumers, well beyond GMO labeling.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 11, 2016