Kellogg announces removal of artificial colors, flavors

The company is looking to turn around its cereal sales by keeping up with consumer preferences for healthier foods.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 4, 2015

Why mergers and acquisitions are increasing

Kraft Heinz, Hormel and Applegate, Mondelez and Enjoy Life, Hershey and Krave — the list goes on as companies look outward for growth potential. 

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 4, 2015

Explore the Trendline➔

Mergers and acquisitions

Declining sales and slowing consumption have more companies divesting brands, opening the door for smaller players and private equity firms to expand their portfolios.  

By Food Dive staff

Kellogg's profit falls, battles continue on breakfast front

The company's processed foods sales in the U.S.decline, and Project K is still being implemented.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 4, 2015

ADM earnings hurt by record corn production, less North American exports

Poor performances in corn processing and agricultural services was offset by specialty ingredients and flavorings.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 4, 2015

Syngenta investors interested but want more from Monsanto: survey

Syngenta investors are leery about current company management but support negotiation talks with Monsanto, according to a recent survey.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 3, 2015

Should 'good food' companies get into the lobbying game?

Food companies that promote healthy, simple products may lack the lobbying presence that many major food companies have, but sometimes that is done purposefully.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 3, 2015

Tyson Foods: High cattle cost hurt full-year outlook

The Arkansas- based company missed on earnings as a result of its fluctuating beef business.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 3, 2015

Choking hazard leads Kraft Heinz to recall 36,000 cases of Kraft Singles

A malfunctioning wrapper has led to Kraft Heinz's first recall as a combined company.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 3, 2015

Pinnacle innovates based on consumer trends, lifestyle choices

The company's R&D efforts have created products to address smaller households and the demand for plant-based nutrition.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 3, 2015

Three European Coca-Cola bottlers in talks to merge: WSJ

Coca-Cola has found yet another potential way to cut costs and improve efficiency, according to The Wall Street Journal.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 31, 2015

SodaStream hopes for sparkling sales after makeover

As the release date for the Keurig Kold draws near, SodaStream is racing to adjust its image to better distinguish itself from the competition.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 31, 2015

Kraft Heinz job and cost-cutting begins: Bloomberg

But what's more — no more free snacks, reports Bloomberg.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 31, 2015

Nestle Waters $40M SC bottling plant plans unveiled

The company is capitalizing on the burgeoning bottled water industry, which is set to overtake the soda market this year.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 31, 2015

ConAgra cans go BPA-free

The move away from BPA is becoming increasingly popular in the U.S. food industry.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 30, 2015

Mondelez layoffs ahead in Chicago, announces latest supply chain investment

The company is investing $130 million in its North American biscuits supply chain in Salinas, Mexico.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 30, 2015

Whole Foods sales sink after overcharging scandal

The retailer posted its lowest sales growth since the 2009 economic downturn. Could its new, smaller format store help boost sales?

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 30, 2015

North America a large but tough market for AB InBev, Diageo

Americans' changing tastes are altering the strategies for major beer and spirits companies.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 30, 2015

Food companies funnel lobbying dollars into dietary guidelines fight

Between the impending dietary guidelines and a potential WHO report on red meat, the food industry is left in a defensive position.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 29, 2015

Dannon, Starbucks Greek yogurt moves to grocery

Dannon is further capitalizing on Greek yogurt's rise with consumers.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 29, 2015

Coca-Cola working toward 2020 goals for well-being, transparency, responsible marketing

These concepts are important to consumers who are concerned with the high sugar content of certain foods and beverages.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 28, 2015

JBS USA's summary judgment request in discrimination case denied

Employment law was a focus for the Supreme Court this term.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 28, 2015

More workers, lighter loads for Dot Foods

Dot Foods has taken a nontraditional route instead of automating its warehouse operations to meet higher demand.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 28, 2015

Video: How Can Food & Beverage Companies Improve Innovation Outcomes?

Kalpyso asked food & beverage industry leaders from companies like PepsiCo, IRI and the International Food Information Council for "golden nuggets" of wisdom on ways to improve innovation in a sustainable way. Here’s what they said.

July 28, 2015

5 insights from the failed Sysco-US Foods merger

From contradictory internal documents to combating third-party testimonies, this case taught the food industry plenty about how mergers might pan out — or not.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 27, 2015

Amplify Snack Brands sets sights on up to $276M IPO

Better-for-you brands seem to be better for corporate health as well.

By Carolyn Heneghan • July 27, 2015