Cargill claims former exec stole trade secrets

The ag trader says an employee swiped hundreds of documents related to meat processing before joining rival JBS.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 25, 2014

Study links instant noodles to health risks

Research from Baylor University shows that ramen consumption is tied to metabolic syndrome in some female South Koreans.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 22, 2014

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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

Hain Celestial sees record sales year

The maker of organic and natural brands also said it expects revenue for 2015 to be higher than analysts' estimates.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 22, 2014

Smucker's earnings hurt by coffee expenses

The maker of Folgers said U.S. coffee sales fell 2% in the most recent quarter.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 22, 2014

The next stage of the tequila business

Tequila has experienced a renaissance of sorts in North America, attracting celebrity investors and seeing a growth of high-end spirits in recent years. 

By Paul Conley • Aug. 21, 2014

Nestle to push for humane treatment of animals in supply chain

The global food giant is banning gestation crates and other controversial practices.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 21, 2014

Royal Ahold profit plunges 29% on US woes

The company behind Stop & Shop and other grocery chains saw its U.S. market share decline.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 21, 2014

Bunge plans large grain exporting facility in Australia

The new east coast facility will boost competition for rival Australian agribusiness GrainCorp. 

By Paul Conley • Aug. 20, 2014

Carlsberg, Heineken warn of trouble ahead for beer sales

Russia's ban on imports is expected to hurt revenue for the rival brewers, particularly for Carlsberg.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 20, 2014

Bacardi's North American boss steps down

Robert Furniss-Roe was a 26-year veteran of the rum maker, running operations in North America since 2011.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 19, 2014

Campbell to shutter Plum Baby UK

The move is a dramatic retreat from Campbell's earlier plan to unite the UK brand with U.S.-based Plum Organics.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 19, 2014

Washington state apple harvest expected to break records

Washington growers have started packing fruit following a remarkable growing season. And the harvest in Michigan, which is also expected to break records, is just weeks away.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 19, 2014

Safra, Cutrale call for proxy fight for Chiquita

Preliminary documents have been filed that suggest a takeover battle between the two companies and Fyffes.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 18, 2014

China bans pork imports from some US processors

China has banned pork imports from U.S. facilities that use ractopamine, a controversial feed additive.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 18, 2014

Coke pays $2.15B for stake in Monster

The investment gives Coke a 16.7% stake in the energy drink maker.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 15, 2014

Chiquita rejects takeover bid from Safra, Cutrale

The banana shipper said it will proceed with the planned acquisition of Ireland's Fyffes.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 15, 2014

JBS profit plummets despite rise in revenue

Problems with hedges and a one-time payment on bonds pushed profit down by 25%.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 15, 2014

Hillshire Brands' revenue soars 11 percent

It was a stellar quarter for the company as it prepares to merge with Tyson Foods.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 14, 2014

Wal-Mart lowers expectations as same-store sales slow

The retailer's earnings for the quarter met expectations, but backtracked on earlier optimism.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 14, 2014

Whitsons Culinary Group wins new contract with Boston Public Schools

The New-York based company will also resume a pilot program to bring salad bars to schools.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 13, 2014

Justice Department asks Tyson, Hillshire for information on deal

The antitrust division wants additional information before it will approve Tyson's $7.7 billion offer for Hillshire.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 13, 2014

Heinz sales drop 4% while profit rises

The company is selling less, but made a profit after cost-cutting efforts.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 13, 2014

Chiquita stock soars following unsolicited takeover bid

The offer from Cutrale Group and Safra Group would derail a planned merger with Fyffes.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 12, 2014

Lifeway plans first national ad campaign as it expands to Canada

The maker of fermented milk products looks to continue its recent growth surge.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 11, 2014

Pepsi's interest in cashew fruit boosting crop prices

The company is betting that cashew apples can be used to produce the next trendy drink.

By Paul Conley • Aug. 11, 2014