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Coca-Cola to close Massachusetts bottling plant
The beverage giant will lay off 175 workers as part of the closure, which has been planned for several years.
By Laurel Deppen • June 30, 2026 -
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Takis to remove artificial colors
The spicy rolled tortilla chip brand popular among children will phase out synthetic dyes and the preservative TBHQ by the end of the year.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 29, 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.
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4 key numbers highlighting the stress facing grocery consumers
From high food inflation to increasing usage of buy now, pay later programs, here’s a look at how shoppers are grappling with affordability woes.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 29, 2026 -
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Q&AHow TikTok Shop is changing innovation for food and beverage brands
Big companies, including PepsiCo and Mars, are using the app’s e-commerce feature to drive sales and inform new products, according to the platform’s head of food.
By Michael Brady • June 29, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Dolly Parton pours into coffee | Eggo launches first zero-sugar waffle
The country music icon is introducing Cup of Ambition with Community Coffee, while King's Hawaiian enters the single-serve market with pretzel bites.
By Food Dive staff • June 26, 2026 -
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Coke’s North America president to depart after 4 years
Jennifer Mann will remain with the company through April as a senior advisor. The beverage giant's CFO will oversee the region while it looks for a replacement.
By Christopher Doering • June 26, 2026 -
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Alcohol brands need to emphasize value to grow sales: report
Current offerings aren't doing enough to convince a large cohort of consumers that the price is “worth it,” according to a Deloitte analysis.
By Laurel Deppen • June 25, 2026 -
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Clubs and supermarkets score private brand growth
Both merchant types recorded dollar and unit share increases, while mass retailers and dollar stores posted declines, according to an FMI report.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 25, 2026 -
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Ocean Spray names Nestlé health exec as its CEO
Abigail Buckwalter joins from Nestlé Health Science U.S. and is set to lead the cranberry giant as it benefits from demand for minimally processed and better-for-you foods.
By Christopher Doering • June 25, 2026 -
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Hershey names Pepsico vet as president of US business
Heather Hoytink will oversee the Reese’s maker’s confection, salty and protein portfolio when she takes over July 8.
By Christopher Doering • June 24, 2026 -
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Sazerac launches 3 canned cocktail brands to reach young drinkers
The Fireball and BuzzBallz owner is introducing two whiskey lemonade brands and a hard cream soda to capitalize on demand for spirit-based cocktails with big flavors.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 24, 2026 -
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Nestlé ups automation use with latest distribution center
The 700,000-square-foot facility features the Hot Pockets maker’s largest automated storage and retrieval system and is part of a $25 billion investment plan.
By Phil Neuffer • June 23, 2026 -
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Q&AHow Modelo wants to win younger consumers
After launching its first nonalcoholic drink, the beer brand's vice president of marketing says it is “no longer defined by a single segment.”
By Laurel Deppen • June 23, 2026 -
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Heineken taps JDE Peet’s executive as its next CEO
Rafael Oliveira will leave Keurig Dr Pepper for the beer giant, which is navigating a challenging economic environment and slowing alcohol consumption.
By Christopher Doering • June 23, 2026 -
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How Mars and Mondelēz fared on 2025 packaging targets
The snacking giants’ most recent sustainability reports show progress, though both companies fell short on some goals.
By Maria Rachal • June 22, 2026 -
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Bibigo owner to build cultivated seaweed plant to fuel Korean food demand
The land-based facility will allow CJ Foods to secure consistent supply of gim, an ingredient threatened by rising ocean temperatures.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 18, 2026 -
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Mars taps new digital chief for snacking unit
Kemal Cetin will lead the division's technology agenda as the company continues to absorb the Kellanova acquisition completed last year.
By Roberto Torres • June 18, 2026 -
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Q&ABetter together: Hershey’s combined sweets and snacks business pays off for retailers, consumers
The merging of the company’s sweet, salty and protein brands under one umbrella called “One Hershey” allows the Reese’s maker to boost sales and help stores plan for big events.
By Christopher Doering • June 18, 2026 -
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Kraft Heinz overhauls operating structure to accelerate growth
The Kool-Aid maker is reorganizing into three units and cutting senior leadership in a bid to turn around declining sales.
By Christopher Doering • June 18, 2026 -
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Anheuser-Busch invests $20M in Michelob Ultra production in bet on beer rebound
The Bud Light owner will upgrade brewery and packaging equipment at facilities across Missouri after executives expressed optimism that the worst is over for the industry.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 17, 2026 -
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Why Fiji Water temporarily operated its own shipping network
The COVID-19 pandemic pushed the company to run a dedicated route until capacity improved.
By Kelly Stroh • June 17, 2026 -
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Chobani sued by Danone over high-protein yogurt claims
The Oikos maker said its rival is engaging in “unfair competition and consumer deception” to make its product more appealing to shoppers.
By Christopher Doering • June 16, 2026 -
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Former Red Bull exec tapped to lead turnaround at Zevia
The better-for-you beverage company said Alexandre Ruberti will replace Amy Taylor, who resigned to run a National Women’s Soccer League team, as president and CEO.
By Christopher Doering • June 16, 2026 -
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Bill in Congress targets ‘forever chemicals’ in food packaging
The No Toxics in Food Packaging Act seeks to ban PFAS, phthalates, BPA and certain other substances from food packaging and food processing materials.
By Maria Rachal • June 16, 2026 -
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Campbell’s launches gluten-free chicken noodle soup in partnership with Banza
The offering comes as big snack brands like Cheez-It and Oreo lean into the gluten-free market, which is forecast to reach $14 billion by 2032.
By Christopher Doering • June 16, 2026
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