Hershey CEO now board chairman

He immediately takes the spot from James Nevels, who will have a new role.

By David Oliver • April 2, 2015

Driscoll's welcomes new CEO

Former CEO Miles Reiter had held his position for 15 years.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 2, 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

CFTC alleges wheat futures manipulation by Kraft, Mondelez

The regulator is aiming for "a permanent injunction from future violations by the two companies, as well as disgorgement and civil monetary penalties," according to Reuters.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 2, 2015

Sysco CFO to step down; antitrust hearing, merger looming

Chief Accounting Officer Joel T. Grade will take over for Chris Kreidler at the Houston-based corporation in September.

By Deborah Barrington • April 1, 2015

Monsanto takes an earnings hit, lowers 2015 forecast

These earnings come amid some recent controversy with one of its chief products.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 1, 2015

Danone, Starbucks enter Greek yogurt partnership

The partnership includes featuring Danone's popular Dannon Greek yogurt brand.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 1, 2015

Heineken sees management shifts

The company is the third largest brewer in the world, according to Fortune.

By David Oliver • March 31, 2015

China's Cofco looking into US deals

The company reported estimated revenue of $63.3 billion last year.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 31, 2015

Health moves: Kraft label dilemma, General Mills' Green Giant preparing new items

Kraft and General Mills are both struggling to adapt to health food trends.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 31, 2015

Could feta cheese spoil Chobani suit?

The company's founder is being sued by his ex-wife due to previous part-ownership of a company that allegedly led to Chobani's creation.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 31, 2015

Bacardi taking its first sip of US bourbon market with latest acquisition

The company enters a booming bourbon market in the U.S. with this acquisition.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 31, 2015

Reily Foods up next for Keurig K-Cup technology

Keurig is further expanding the compatible brands in its hot drinks portfolio.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 31, 2015

Will Cheez Whiz survive the Kraft-Heinz merger?

Cheez Whiz and other products deemed unhealthy by consumers may not make it after the deal is done.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 30, 2015

JBS subsidiary acquires Australian Primo Group

The company is acquiring a major player in ham, bacon, and pork.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 30, 2015

Tyson shakes up Georgia operations

Tyson will close one Georgia plant and do away with a shift in another.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 30, 2015

Chiquita sees net loss, mostly on attempted merger costs

Without those costs, the company still saw a net loss, but it was a slight improvement over the previous year.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 27, 2015

Cargill-ADM chocolate investigation postponed

Concerns about price increases due to the takeover remain.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 27, 2015

Monsanto receives fine for unreported Idaho chemical releases

The company claims that no health issues had been reported in relation to the chemical releases.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 27, 2015

Pepsi-Cola trumps Diet Coke for No. 2 US soda

Data shows U.S. soda consumption overall fell for the tenth year in a row.

By David Oliver • March 26, 2015

Kraft-Heinz merger could be bad news for agencies

3G Capital has a history of cutting costs. 

By Wendy Parish • March 26, 2015

ConAgra's private brand profits take a hit

The company is looking for new ways to boost its private brands' bottom line.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 26, 2015

AB InBev to look to investor partner for new chairman: Reuters

JAB Holding could provide AB InBev's new chairman, who is the firm's current CEO.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 26, 2015

Chobani in talks to appoint TPG partner as COO and president

The company wants to tap a major investor for the leadership roles.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 26, 2015

Kraft-Heinz merger to stir more acquisitions in the space?

It has left us viewing many possibilities for the soon-to-be food giant.

By David Oliver • March 25, 2015

Why the Kraft-Heinz merger matters

Its impact could loom large.

By David Oliver • March 25, 2015