Ferrero increasing empire, acquires UK chocolate maker Thorntons

Ferrero gains another strong brand for its portfolio, a stronger foothold in the U.K. market and it could lead to renewed focus on distribution markets in the U.S.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 22, 2015

General Mills to boot cereal artificial colors, flavors

Ths cereal giant's commitment could spell the beginning of the end of artificial colors and flavors for breakfast cereal companies, especially considering lackluster performances.

By David Oliver • June 22, 2015

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How AI is transforming the food and beverage industry

The technology helps Coca-Cola, Unilever and other companies with everything from writing product descriptions and designing packaging to measuring product demand and assessing shelf life.

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Kraft's Capri Sun targeted in 'all natural' labeling lawsuit

This is not Capri Sun's first "all natural" lawsuit. It was the subject of a similar one in 2007 that was dropped.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 22, 2015

Post's egg losses not as severe after flu quarantine ends

Good news for Post, but others in the poultry industry are contending with job cuts, a potential cut in the USDA's budget, and a production model overhaul.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 22, 2015

Hershey to slash 300 jobs; revenue outlook dips

The company employs about 13,000 people worldwide.

By David Oliver • June 19, 2015

ConAgra's private-label foods under fire from activist investor Jana

Ralcorp has thus far been a disappointing acquisition for the company.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 19, 2015

Berkshire Hathaway now Heinz majority stakeholder

The former issued a warrant in connection to its acquisition of the latter with 3G Capital in 2013.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 19, 2015

Nestle USA exec: 'Americans are just simply not dieting anymore'

Food Dive caught up with Jeff Hamilton, the company's president of prepared foods, on how products like Lean Cuisine are keeping up with consumer trends.

By David Oliver • June 18, 2015

US Foods to shutter distribution center

The Maryland center's closure could mean the loss of 350 jobs.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 18, 2015

Morton Salt relocating headquarters to Chicago's River Point tower

The company's new upscale headquarters will align with last year's brand refresh.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 18, 2015

5 products accused of mislabeling issues

Food and beverage companies are having to be more careful than ever about the claims made on their labeling.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 17, 2015

Coca-Cola acquires $2.15B minority stake in Monster

The two companies are trading ownership of various beverage segments.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 16, 2015

Chobani marketing campaign showcases LGBT equality

The company is debuting the last installment of its "Love This Life" campaign.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 16, 2015

Kashi agrees to $4 M settlement in "all-natural" case

Kashi's products contained GMO ingredients.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 15, 2015

Jeni's reports second listeria contamination

The company had just restarted production on May 13 and is now faced with another shutdown.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 15, 2015

New beer excise tax reform introduced

The new legislation supports all beer producers, including craft and larger brewers.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 15, 2015

Perfect timing for the return of color-free Crystal Pepsi?

The product performed well when it was introduced in the early 90s, but its heyday was short-lived.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 12, 2015

What's next for Blue Bell following FDA, CDC reports?

Blue Bell's changes range from cleaning equipment to requiring employees to wear special clothing in production areas.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 11, 2015

Monsanto's Hugh Grant ranks among Glassdoor's top CEOs

Grant became CEO of Monsanto in May 2003 after joining the company in 1981.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 10, 2015

Snapple debuts new look, targets broader U.S. and global markets

A new label could help the company capitalize on surging RTD tea sales.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 10, 2015

McCormick sued over pepper packaging discrepancy

Watkins, a small company, claims in its suit that spice giant McCormick’s pepper changes have led to confusion in the market.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 10, 2015

Boulder Brands' CEO exits amid poor quarter sales

Boulder Brands Inc. shares dropped more than 20 percent following the news that Stepehn Hughes resigned.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 10, 2015

Judge orders deeper search for peanut butter salmonella outbreak victims

ConAgra Foods reached an $11.2 million deal to settle a federal criminal charge last month.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 10, 2015

Kellogg sets sights on being a subscription snack provider: Bloomberg

Competition in the snack subscription market is departing, but another big player remains.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 10, 2015

Diageo expands IL bottling facility

The company's attractive beer portfolio has also been the subject of industry speculation.

By Carolyn Heneghan • June 9, 2015