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The Weekly Sip: Keurig Dr Pepper serves Shirley Temple 7UP | Constellation taps CPG veteran as executive VP
In other beverage news, a new player in the whiskey category hopes to stand out with the help of a bourbon trailblazer.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 10, 2024 -
Q&A
PepsiCo Foods creative chief on in-housing and ‘borderless’ content
Chris Bellinger discussed the demands of an always-on content strategy and bringing back Doritos’ “Crash the Super Bowl” at Advertising Week.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 9, 2024 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of PIPA
TrendlineGetting reformulation right: How food companies are rethinking ingredients to meet consumer demand
Ingredient suppliers and companies like PepsiCo and Conagra are working closer together to overhaul brands to cater to a rise in healthy eating and expanding GLP-1 use.
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How Chomps went from a side hustle to the fastest growing snack in the US
Newly appointed CFO Tim Bosslet said the company is leaning into its simple messaging to attract a wider net of consumers.
By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 9, 2024 -
Chefs, food manufacturers embrace Gen Z-driven ‘chaos cuisine’
The age cohort currently in their teens and early twenties are interested in international flavor profiles, driving producers to create experimental dishes and products.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 9, 2024 -
Nestlé taps into $110B global cuisine markets with Mexican, Asian brands
The debut of Mings and Tapatío allows the food giant to capture growing interest for international cuisine, particularly among Gen Z consumers eager for new flavors.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 9, 2024 -
Court denies petition for stronger EPA regulation of large livestock farms
A lawsuit brought by Food & Water Watch would have required farmers to have Clean Water Act discharge permits for their operations.
By Nathan Owens • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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Liquid Death names former PepsiCo, Coca-Cola exec to lead retail expansion
The appointment of Mike Fine comes as sales for the fast-growing beverage company hit a record $303 million for the year ending in June.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 8, 2024 -
Chobani expands high protein presence with new yogurt
The food manufacturer is appealing to a large audience with an abundance of the popular nutrient, natural ingredients and no added sugar.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 8, 2024 -
Butterfly Equity to buy Duckhorn Portfolio wines for nearly $2B
The deal is part of a larger consolidation in the high-end wine category as brands adapt to harsh market conditions and changing consumer tastes.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 7, 2024 -
Moët Hennessy invests in nonalcoholic wine brand
The luxury beverage maker’s partnership comes after it reported declining revenue in the sparkling wine category in the first half of 2024.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 7, 2024 -
Q&A
Inside Smucker’s evolving relationship with US retailers
Robert Crane, who oversees sales, said the Uncrustables maker is collaborating more with stores following COVID-19, supply disruptions and inflation to make sure their strategies are aligned.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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Leftovers: Pepperidge Farm rolls into fall | Hormel makes bacon cooking more convenient
The Campbell Soup baked goods brand unveiled rolls with stuffing seasoning, and Fresh Del Monte enters the dessert category with fruit-filled pudding cups.
By Food Dive staff • Oct. 4, 2024 -
How Milk Specialties Global CEO encourages innovation and creativity
David Lenzmeier said that while food fads come and go, consumers seeking products that are good for them is here to stay.
By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 3, 2024 -
Food companies have ‘bought the AI hype’ but some are unable to deliver: expert
While optimism remains, the chief technology officer at IFS said manufacturers should hone in on what they need to solve with artificial intelligence.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 3, 2024 -
Former poultry growers sue Cooks Venture execs for operating ‘defacto ponzi scheme’
The failed startup, which positioned itself as a "next-generation food company," left farmers to pick up the pieces after the company shuttered last November, a lawsuit alleges.
By Nathan Owens • Oct. 3, 2024 -
French fry maker Lamb Weston to close plant, cut about 428 jobs
The restructuring comes as the supplier of frozen potato products faces sluggish demand for its offerings at restaurants and retailers.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Mondelēz’s VC arm buys minority stake in healthier doughnut brand
The investment in UK-based Urban Legend expands the Oreo maker's presence in the better-for-you bakery space and builds on efforts to expand in cakes and pastries.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 1, 2024 -
PepsiCo to acquire tortilla-chip maker Siete Foods for $1.2B
The acquisition expands on the New York company’s efforts to improve the healthiness of its snacking portfolio as consumers watch more closely what they eat.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 1, 2024 -
‘Sauce is boss’: How Campbell Soup is turning Rao’s into its next $1B brand
While the premium brand has branched out into pasta, frozen entrees, pizza and soup, executives said about 75% of sales will come from its fast-growing jarred sauce.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 1, 2024 -
Top food and beverage events still to come in 2025
The remainder of the year is filled with a variety of conferences showcasing the latest innovations in ingredients, manufacturing and more.
By Elizabeth Flood , Sarah Zimmerman • Updated June 30, 2025 -
Diageo acquires nonalcoholic spirits brand Ritual
The company is expanding its presence in the zero-proof beverages market with a brand that sells alternatives to gin, whiskey and tequila.
By Chris Casey • Sept. 30, 2024 -
Kraft Heinz brings procurement expertise to Rise Against Hunger
The manufacturer is leveraging its logistics partnerships to help the nonprofit bring food to communities in need across Europe.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 27, 2024 -
Mondelēz expands generative AI marketing bets with new platform
Publicis Groupe and Accenture support the offering focused on faster, more efficient production of personalized text, images and video.
By Peter Adams • Sept. 27, 2024 -
Goodles poaches CFO from Sovos Brands
The better-for-you mac and cheese company is focused on leveraging Chris Hall’s experience to gain momentum in brand awareness.
By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 26, 2024 -
Billionaire Patrón founder buys Waterloo gin
John Paul DeJoria wants to expand distribution of the 15-year-old botanical-infused spirits brand beyond its existing markets of Texas and Florida.
By Chris Casey • Sept. 25, 2024