Corporate Operations: Page 78


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    Coca-Cola and others agree to $21M settlement for Fairlife animal abuse lawsuits

    In a statement, the dairy brand with $1 billion in annual sales outlined steps its supplying farms have taken to improve the welfare of their cows.

    By May 3, 2022
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    Consumers likely to 'trade down' to chicken as beef prices soar: report

    A recent CoBank analysis found that poultry stands to benefit from more expensive red meat, despite facing high feed costs and a bird flu outbreak.

    By May 2, 2022
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Food Dive

    The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

    By Food Dive staff
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    Lavazza enters US ready-to-drink coffee market with its latest launch

    The 127-year-old Italian company spent two years studying the crowded space in an effort to create an organic, low-calorie offering that was "distinctive and unique." 

    By April 29, 2022
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    Meatpackers push back against lawmakers' price-fixing charges

    At a recent Congressional hearing this week, leaders of Tyson, JBS and Cargill argued that market forces, not consolidation, were to blame for higher meat prices.

    By April 29, 2022
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    McCormick's diverse supplier network helps shield it from Ukraine impacts

    No single raw material makes up more than 5% of the company's total cost of goods sold, according to CFO Mike Smith.

    By Alejandra Carranza • April 28, 2022
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    Jerky maker Jack Link's spending $450M on new Georgia plant, creating 800 jobs

    The facility, which is scheduled to be operational at the end of 2023, would be the first U.S. location for the meat snacks maker outside of the Midwest.

    By April 28, 2022
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    Mars partners with AI provider to accelerate functional food development

    The multi-year agreement with PIPA will bring an algorithm searching biomedical data, scientific publications and clinical trials to the company's human and pet divisions.

    By April 27, 2022
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    Kraft Heinz doubles down on innovation with new chip and sauce dips

    The TikTok-inspired Dip & Crunch comes as CPGs accelerate new product offerings to attract consumers as they compete against other large firms and scrappy upstarts.

    By April 27, 2022
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    Chobani to end production of dairy milk after less than 3 months

    The dairy giant, which has spent the past several years expanding its product offerings, said it is being impacted by inflation and that it came to the "tough conclusion" to exit the category.

    By April 26, 2022
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    FDA investigating illness linked to Lucky Charms

    Over 231 consumers have told the agency that the General Mills cereal made them sick, with thousands more reporting illness online, though the source remains unclear.

    By April 25, 2022
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    Mars Wrigley announces new candy and snack R&D hub

    The new $40 million facility will be adjacent to the confectioner's global headquarters on Goose Island in Chicago, and affirms the company's commitment both to the Windy City and innovation.

    By April 22, 2022
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    Unilever tightens restrictions on food marketing targeted at kids

    A more stringent policy recognizes the power of social media and influencers, with the Ben & Jerry's maker pledging it won't message to those under 16.

    By Peter Adams • April 21, 2022
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    Oatly hires industry veterans to build executive team

    Jean-Christophe Flatin, with more than 30 years of experience at Mars, is the new global president, and Danone and Unilever veteran Daniel Ordonez will become chief operating officer. 

    By April 21, 2022
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    After a sharp decline in sales, Halo Top changes its recipe

    The ice cream, which faces mounting competition, is switching to ultra-filtered milk to create a creamier feel while keeping the same taste and low-calorie count.

    By April 19, 2022
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    Former Nestlé​ water chief thirsts for differentiation as CEO of Flow Beverage

    The company has seen revenue surge sevenfold over three years to $34 million as more stores stock its alkaline liquid with paper packaging.

    By April 18, 2022
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    Tate & Lyle names 2022 food and beverage trends

    With more pressing concerns, it’s easy to think brands might be overlooking longer-term goals, such as new product development.

    April 18, 2022
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    Food-at-home prices jump 10% as supply chain, Ukraine war pressures mount

    The latest Consumer Price Index data shows hefty yearly increases for meat and flour, while butter saw the largest monthly price increase in March.

    By April 14, 2022
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    Inflation may be hitting a 'tipping point' for consumers

    Food retailers have benefited from higher prices up to this point, but as inflation tops 8%, experts say some consumers will start to change their shopping habits.

    By Jeff Wells • April 14, 2022
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    Conagra's Evol brand to introduce carbon-neutral frozen meals

    The CPG giant said eight single-serve offerings will reach store shelves starting in June and be verified by the Carbonfree Product Certification Program.

    By April 13, 2022
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    TreeHouse Foods names new director to board following agreement with Jana

    The activist investor, which has a 9.2% stake in the private label food maker, has been agitating for a sale and other changes at the company for more than a year.

    By April 13, 2022
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    Hostess taps former Kraft Foods executive as CFO

    Travis Leonard is stepping in as the baked sweets maker shifts its focus from debt reduction to mergers and acquisitions.

    By Maura Webber Sadovi • April 11, 2022
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    Beyond Meat to settle investor lawsuit about co-manufacturer dispute

    The plant-based meat maker plans to pay attorneys' fees, create a risk committee and make changes to its board makeup, but the underlying litigation with Don Lee Farms is still pending.

    By April 11, 2022
  • Kerry acquired ayurvedic ingredients company Natreon in 2022.
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    Kerry buys ayurvedic ingredients maker Natreon

    The deal brings several functional herbs and extracts associated with Indian traditional health practices to the Irish company's portfolio. 

    By April 7, 2022
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    Del Monte pledges to hit net zero emissions by 2050

    The canned produce company plans to reduce or eliminate most of its existing emissions through practices like regenerative agriculture or earth-friendly packaging.

    By April 7, 2022
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    IPOs in Americas plummet 72% during first quarter: EY

    Despite several companies going public in recent years, the food and beverage sector has been largely quiet in 2022, with firms like Chobani deciding to delay listing their shares.

    By Jim Tyson , April 5, 2022