Hershey builds on ad agency docket

The candy juggernaut is not getting rid of current agencies Arnold Worldwide and Havas Worldwide, but rather adding to its lineup.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 27, 2015

Judge grants a win for JBS USA plant

The argument involved a local neighborhood association.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 27, 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

Wal-Mart tussling with Texas over liquor laws

The retailer is suing the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, claiming the legal limits on hard liquor sales are unconstitutional.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 27, 2015

United Spirits board calls for chairman resignation

The company is owned by Diageo.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 27, 2015

Beverages roundup: A look at the latest industry headlines

The industry has seen everything from a legal dispute to a brand revival this week.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 24, 2015

Mead Johnson reports sales decrease

The company posted a 1.7% drop in sales to $1.09 billion.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 24, 2015

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams, Inventure Foods announce recalls

These come on the heels of the widespread Blue Bell product recall this week.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 24, 2015

Friday Flavors: Food porn and iconic pretzels

Every Friday we bring you interesting reads in the food sphere from the week.

By David Oliver • April 23, 2015

A closer look at the Brewers Association's top craft beers

Craft beer is growing and craft brewers are seeing recognition for the sheer amount of beer produced.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 23, 2015

PepsiCo profit higher than expected, warns about dollar impact

The company's latest earnings reflected both ups and downs for the soft drink and snack maker.

By David Oliver • April 23, 2015

Hershey Q1 earnings, revenue below estimates

The company's $1.94 billion Q1 revenue was under expectations.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 23, 2015

Snack box startup NatureBox taps StubHub for new CMO

The new hire will impart his startup experience on the subscription snack box firm to help it reach its goals for national exposure.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 23, 2015

Coca-Cola CEO has high hopes for Keurig Kold

Muhtar Kent expects the cold drinks machine will have a faster impact than the Keurig coffee brewer.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 23, 2015

ADM introduces drones for claims processing

The use of drones in agriculture continues to expand.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 23, 2015

Coca-Cola sees Q1 revenue growth, beats estimates

The company fared decently this quarter despite a volatile environment.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 22, 2015

Food companies bring Earth Day message to government

The food, beverage, and agriculture industries are coming together on Capitol Hill.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 22, 2015

Chobani founder heads to Cuba

Hamdi Ulukaya headed to Cuba Monday along with New York Gov. Andrew Cumo as well as other company representatives.

By David Oliver • April 21, 2015

Pilgrim's to cut antibiotics use from 25% of chicken stock

The company is the second-largest poultry processor in the U.S.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 21, 2015

Intrexon acquires Arctic apple maker

Okanagan Specialty Fruits is now under the major synthetic biology company.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 20, 2015

PepsiCo, Coca-Cola battle over RTD tea market

The former boasts 40% of the ready-to-drink tea market, while the latter at 5.5%, according to Beverage Digest.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 20, 2015

Kraft's macaroni and cheese to get a healthy boost

The shake-up will be coming in early 2016.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 20, 2015

Coca-Cola, Dr Pepper Snapple look to new deals

While the former is set to buy a Chinese beverage business pending approval, the latter is reportedly acquiring a minority stake in Bai Brands.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 17, 2015

Syngenta Q1 sales slide

The crop chemical maker reaffirmed its sales targets for the year despite its Q1 report.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 17, 2015

UPDATE: Nestle beats organic sales estimates

The company remains positive about its outlook for the remainder of the year.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 17, 2015

Heinz, French's to offer rival retail condiments

Both companies are launching retail versions of each other's signature product.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 17, 2015