Research funding ignites controversy. But should it?

The Food Babe and Monsanto weigh in on a topic where both have much at stake.

By David Oliver • Oct. 1, 2015

ConAgra axing 1,500 jobs, announces new Chicago HQ

The layoffs amount to about 30% of the company's office-based workforce.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Oct. 1, 2015

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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

All eyes on chocolate: Nestle's Cailler to hit international markets

This will be the first time the nearly 200-year-old brand will be sold outside of Switzerland, marking Nestle's expansion into the global premium chocolate market, particularly in the U.S.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Oct. 1, 2015

Steinie cans are back for Miller Lite, targeting millennials

The brand hopes to attract the coveted generation for a "sales jolt" with the new packaging, as the company did successfully with white labels in 2014, according to Fortune.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Oct. 1, 2015

Diamond Foods reports sales dip, earnings jump

The company is emphasizing its position in the natural and organic snack foods category and working with retailers for shelf space in that segment.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 30, 2015

ConAgra appoints Biegger as chief supply chain officer

The announcement comes as the industry awaits likely location and staffing changes, per its CEO, to be announced this week.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 30, 2015

Nescafé and Google go virtual with Nescafé 360 app

The companies are using VR to transport consumers to Brazilian coffee fields.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 29, 2015

Coca-Cola will not renew its Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics sponsorship

The company contributed $2.6 million to the academy over the past eight years.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 29, 2015

IL plant sees job cuts after Green Giant sale

A portion of the facility's positions will be cut as B&G moves Green Giant's frozen vegetable line to another plant.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 29, 2015

Keurig Kold officially launches — but will that be enough to solve the company's problems?

Amid a 26% drop in brewer and accessory sales, it's created a cost-cutting program that includes laying off about 5% of its workforce.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 29, 2015

Chobani extends Flip ad campaign after sales success

The extension doesn't come as a shock — brand sales jumped 300% in the past year.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 29, 2015

What the industry can learn from the PCA salmonella case

PCA executives received harsh sentences for their criminal charges, signaling a new beginning for food safety litigation.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 28, 2015

SunOpta releases more IPO details

The company will use the net proceeds to fund part of its recently announced acquisition of Sunrise Holdings.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 28, 2015

Snack on: Subscription services offer companies a new strategy

Consumers have embraced goodies delivered straight to their doorstep, offering companies a new source of insights and sales.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 28, 2015

ADM announces $2M investment in IL food project

The project will enable the company to focus on creating products with healthy ingredients.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 28, 2015

Sanderson Farms recalls 550K pounds of chicken

A processing facility reported finding metal shavings in the chicken.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 27, 2015

Cargill to convert NE ground beef plant to cooked meats facility

About 80 of the 250 jobs at the Columbus, NE, facility will be affected.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 27, 2015

ConAgra CEO: Layoffs, location shifts likely

Sean Connolly is no stranger to sweeping changes (see: his stint at Hillshire Brands).

By David Oliver • Sept. 25, 2015

Albertsons sees potential for up to $1.84B IPO

The IPO comes not long after the company merged with Safeway to create the nation's second-largest grocery store chain.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 25, 2015

'Humane Economy' event brings together investors to discuss food sourcing initiatives

Cage-free eggs and similar humane food-sourcing practices have been increasing industry talking points.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 25, 2015

ADM unveils IT center in KY, looking for new talent

It's been a busy time for ADM; this follows the company's announcement of a new flavor innovation center.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 25, 2015

Man receives 4.5-year prison sentence in sports drink fraud case

His actions cost people $7.9 million, according to prosecutors.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 25, 2015

Coca-Cola to streamline US production with National Product Supply System

Coca-Cola Refreshments, owned by Coke, will divest nine production facilities to the new supply system's bottlers between 2016 and 2018.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 24, 2015

Wave of the future: General Mills looks to e-commerce for sales growth

All aboard the e-commerce train — The company's online sales projections are expected to grow from the 1% to 2% range to about 5% to 6%.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 24, 2015

Cargill to sell hot dog, sausage brand Schweigert to Bakalars

The company also recently sold its pork business to JBS USA Pork.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 24, 2015