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About 75% of crew tests positive for coronavirus on seafood processing ship
Despite prevention efforts in the industry, 92 of the 126 people aboard an American Seafoods vessel last week had the virus.
By Lillianna Byington • June 9, 2020 -
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Is breakfast at home back to stay?
With more time in the morning, the indexes for pancakes, waffles, French toast, crepes and pork dishes were up over 150 in April compared to last year, according to The NPD Group.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 9, 2020 -
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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.
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As meat giants face scrutiny, small and niche producers capitalize
The four major meat companies have closed plants and warned of shortages during the pandemic, while local ones have offered a more transparent view of operations and seen business boom.
By Lillianna Byington • June 8, 2020 -
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How coronavirus accelerated demand for plant-based food
A study from Rethink Priorities and the Humane Society of the United States shows more than half of consumers now want meat-free options to address potential shortages.
By Megan Poinski • June 8, 2020 -
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Impossible Foods launches direct-to-consumer site as plant-based sales soar
As the brand expands its retail footprint, consumers can now buy its burgers in bulk package sizes and get them delivered in two days with free shipping.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 5, 2020 -
Report: 4 major meatpackers subpoenaed in DOJ antitrust investigation
After attorneys general and cattle associations call for a probe, Bloomberg said the federal government is demanding more information from Tyson Foods, JBS SA, Cargill and National Beef.
By Lillianna Byington • June 5, 2020 -
Curcumin and omega-3 top the list for functional ingredients consumers most want to try
Despite interest in these and three other additives, a survey from Buzzback found only a third of people in the U.S. and U.K. have a complete understanding of them.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 4, 2020 -
Pilgrim's Pride executives among those indicted on price-fixing charges
The DOJ charged leadership at the chicken processor as well as Claxton Poultry Farms for conspiring to fix prices for chickens from 2012 to 2017. Pilgrim's CEO is taking a paid leave of absence.
By Lillianna Byington • Updated June 15, 2020 -
USDA photo by Preston Keres. (2017). "20170428-OSEC-PJK-1465" [photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
Calls to close Smithfield's Farmer John plant escalate amid outbreak
The United Food and Commercial Workers Local 770 said safety measures at the California facility are insufficient since at least 153 employees have tested positive for coronavirus.
By Lillianna Byington • Updated June 4, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Cereal gets more Fun(fetti); Kashi GOes frozen
The celebration cake that rocked the '90s comes to breakfast bowls in August, and La Colombe adds chocolate milk to its lineup.
By Food Dive staff • May 29, 2020 -
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Marfrig and ADM create venture to sell plant-based products
The partnership called PlantPlus Foods will develop offerings for North and South American markets. It builds on an earlier agreement to offer faux meat items in Brazil.
By Christopher Doering • May 28, 2020 -
Plant-based food sales outpace growth in other categories during pandemic
Consumer spending in this segment was up 90% over last year in mid-March as shoppers stocked their pantries and freezers, according to SPINS.
By Megan Poinski • May 27, 2020 -
Plant-based seafood Good Catch hooks a round of celebrity investors
Woody Harrelson, Shailene Woodley, Paris Hilton and Lance Bass are putting their money behind Gathered Foods as the alternative protein space sees a surge in funding.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 22, 2020 -
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Field Roast launches Plant-Based Nuggets
The faux chicken product is the first of its kind from the 23-year-old brand known for its sausages and cheeses.
By Megan Poinski • May 22, 2020 -
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A fatty ingredient hidden in butter could be the secret to better health
Researchers at Seraphina Therapeutics found the first essential fatty acid in 90 years, known as C15:0, to demonstrate broad health benefits in studies.
By Christopher Doering • May 21, 2020 -
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Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat highlight cost and safety as they race to catch conventional meat
With prices of the animal-based staple heading upwards and potential shortages looming, the two plant-based companies have their eyes on grabbing more market share.
By Megan Poinski • May 21, 2020 -
DOJ clears pork industry's plan to collaborate on euthanizing hogs
As processing plants have shuttered and reduced production during the pandemic, farmers have nowhere to send their market-weight animals.
By Lillianna Byington • May 19, 2020 -
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Pandemic will hinder meat production for months, JBS US head warns
CEO Andre Nogueira told The Wall Street Journal while all items won't be in the grocery store, he's not concerned about a shortage of protein even with plants closed and fewer workers.
By Lillianna Byington • May 18, 2020 -
Snack bar sales slip during quarantine but long-term growth unaffected
A report by Bernstein predicted the nutritional bar category will return to growth amid "mega dietary trends such as wholesome/natural and high protein/low carb." Atkins and Quest are best positioned to benefit.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 18, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Halo Top pops into a new frozen treat; Kodiak Cakes puts its stamp on granola bars
The revolutionary better-for-you ice cream brand creates an on-the-go version, and Agua Bucha is the mashup of the kombucha and sparkling water trends.
By Food Dive staff • May 15, 2020 -
Ingredion signs global quinoa flour distribution deal with NorQuin
The company, which will work with the ingredient for snacks, baked goods and dairy and meat alternatives, retains the right to make an equity investment in the Canadian ancient grain outfit.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 14, 2020 -
Tyson Foods to cut some beef prices by as much as 30% this week
As coronavirus disruptions at plants have led to rising costs, the meat giant is lowering prices for ground beef, roasts and other products to help retailers keep it affordable.
By Lillianna Byington • May 14, 2020 -
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$930M invested in alternative proteins in Q1 2020 tops record-setting 2019 totals
According to figures from the Good Food Institute, products that replace traditional meat, dairy and eggs are increasingly being embraced by financers, Big Food and consumers.
By Megan Poinski • May 14, 2020 -
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US meat exports to China rise as supply falls, analysis shows
Companies have warned of potential shortages as coronavirus infects workers, but shipments overseas have surged, according to a Reuters analysis.
By Lillianna Byington • May 12, 2020 -
OpinionPandemic on our plates: The high health risks of industrial animal agriculture
The way animals are raised for meat, physician Shivam Joshi and Josh Balk of the Humane Society write, the U.S. is engaging in a practice that’s a tinderbox for the next outbreak.
By Shivam Joshi and Josh Balk • May 11, 2020
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