Mondelēz takes big bite of premium cookie market with Tate’s

The snacking giant said the brand is growing 2.5 times faster than the cookie category and is benefiting from consumer demand for high-end treats.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 12, 2026

Biscoff owner plans ‘substantial’ US investment

Lotus Bakeries is expanding production in North Carolina as part of a $577 million commitment to accelerate growth in global markets.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 12, 2026

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Check out a selection of articles about some of the biggest trends and news — from McCormick’s reformulation strategy to the impact of GLP-1s  — shaping the food industry in 2026.

By Food Dive staff

Celsius COO out in exec shakeup

The energy drink giant is also adding a chief business transformation officer as the company looks to revive its namesake brand.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 12, 2026

Jif’s reworks logo to go beyond peanut butter and jelly

A new campaign taps into the brand’s recognizability and turns it into a vehicle to suggest new occasions for the peanut butter.

By Chris Kelly • Aug. 12, 2026

Goldfish debuts first gluten-free option

The Campbell's Company said the innovation is one of the most requested by consumers in the brand's history.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 11, 2026

GLP-1 users’ grocery spending is dropping

Shoppers on the weight loss drugs now have over $660 billion in spending power, but their grocery spending is down 4%, Numerator found.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 11, 2026

Stoli redesigns spicy vodka following Tabasco lawsuit

The spirits brand settled with the hot sauce maker after a judge agreed its Halapeño Pepper Vodka could confuse consumers.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 11, 2026

Grocers have entered a ‘new affordability era,’ report notes

With no end in sight to consumers’ value-focused shopping habits, retailers should focus on helping people feel confident they’re getting good quality for their money, according to Acosta.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 10, 2026

Leftovers: C4 splashes into sparkling protein | Minute Maid Spiked expands into hard iced tea

The energy drink brand's launch is part of a move into non-caffeinated functional beverages, while Mexico juice giant Jumex enters protein shakes.

By Food Dive staff • Aug. 7, 2026

Guinness owner Diageo targets $1B in cost savings

The three-year turnaround plan, which includes job cuts, will boost investments in Guinness and successful RTDs.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 7, 2026

Kraft Heinz pours nearly $100M more into innovation to drive turnaround

Higher-impact media partnerships and stronger creative are leading to “green shoots” for its brands in the U.S., executives said.

By Peter Adams • Aug. 7, 2026

Should grocers try reclassifying their beverage aisles?

Shoppers’ desire for drinks that match specific needs is reshaping the category, FMI found.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 6, 2026

B&G Foods replaces CEO after 5 years

The Ortega and Crisco owner has named Tractor Supply executive Robert Mills to replace Casey Keller.

By Christopher Doering • Updated Aug. 10, 2026

Froot Loops maker WK Kellogg will cut artificial colors a year ahead of schedule

All of the cereal giant’s products will soon use dyes from natural sources, with shipments to retailers expected to begin by the end of 2026.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 6, 2026

The biggest food M&A deals of 2026 so far

Companies focused on clean-label ingredients and high-protein made up the bulk of acquisition activity as big brands strategically capitalize on new trends.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 5, 2026

Big Food fills up on DTC sales

While sales directly from brands' digital platforms are unlikely to ever top brick-and-mortar, they allow food manufacturers to connect with consumers and test new products.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 5, 2026

PepsiCo expands presence in refrigerated meals with chilled soup

The food giant is bringing its Alvalle gazpacho brand to the U.S. as it looks to expand in fresh snacks and meals.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 4, 2026

Tyson suggests high beef prices face long recovery

The meat giant said the Trump administration's efforts to boost supply are unlikely to make a significant impact in the near-term.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 4, 2026

Chobani faces revived lawsuit claiming ‘zero sugar’ label deceived consumers

A judge ruled the complaint could continue after the FDA said allulose counted as a sugar despite past enforcement discretion guidance. 

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 4, 2026

Cup Noodles maker taps AI to sharpen planning, reduce costs

Nissin Foods expects to record increased fill rates and improved forecasting accuracy by using an AI-powered demand and supply planning tool.

By Phil Neuffer • Aug. 4, 2026

Sargento buys dips and spreads maker La Terra Fina

The deal brings the cheesemaker into the deli section and reflects its ambitions to grow in snacks and mealtime occasions.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 3, 2026

Why cereal box toys are making a comeback

Companies like WK Kellogg are looking to tap into the nostalgia that millennial and Gen X parents feel for the childhood ritual of scooping out the tiny treasures.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 3, 2026

Leftovers: Chips Ahoy! launches first mystery flavor | Sam Adams goes booze-free for Octoberfest

The Mondelēz-owned brand is inviting fans to submit guesses for the chance at a $25,000 prize, while Chef Boyardee rolls out high-protein innovation to the canned pasta aisle.

By Food Dive staff • July 31, 2026

Chocolate makers are defending themselves against cocoa price swings

Despite a recent decline in prices, Mondelēz International and Hershey are rethinking their supply chains and relying on innovation to reduce their dependence on the commodity.

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 30, 2026

Mondelēz shows uneven gains on 2025 sustainable sourcing goals

The Oreo and Ritz maker reported 100% certified sourcing for palm oil and cocoa.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 30, 2026