Meat & Poultry: Page 50
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Healthy food on the menu as coronavirus improves eating habits
The pandemic has accelerated demand for plant-based meat and immunity-boosting products from companies such as Impossible Foods and Unilever.
By Christopher Doering • July 1, 2020 -
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USDA predicts grocery prices will see their largest annual increase since 2011
The average increase of 3% is due in part to the surge in demand for meat, poultry and fish caused by the pandemic.
By Krishna Thakker • June 30, 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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Why Impossible Sausage was designed for meat lovers, not vegetarians
As the plant-based breakfast patty becomes available to any restaurant in the United States, company leaders talk about why they developed the product and what's coming next.
By Megan Poinski • June 30, 2020 -
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Nutriati and PLT launch textured pulse protein for plant-based meat
Made with a blend of chickpea flour and yellow pea protein, the new ingredient is intended for meat substitutes ranging from hamburgers and chicken to fish and pork.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 25, 2020 -
Tyson Foods to shutter South Carolina plant, lay off 150 workers
The meat giant said the closure slated for August is not related to the pandemic and is a part of ongoing efforts to increase efficiencies.
By Lillianna Byington • June 25, 2020 -
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Chicken-crust frozen pizza launches nationwide from Foster Farms
The Smart Crust line is gluten-free, grain-free and keto-certified, while lowering each serving's carb count to 4 grams and boosting protein to 25 grams.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 23, 2020 -
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Deep DiveHow Hershey CEO Michele Buck came to create a 'snacking powerhouse'
The food industry veteran has transformed the small-town maker of Kisses and Reese's through a series of acquisitions and innovation in core brands since taking over the 126-year-old company in 2017.
By Christopher Doering • June 23, 2020 -
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Sponsored by AjinomotoWhy umami and kokumi are fundamental to plant-based success
The plant-based revolution is rapidly gaining momentum nationwide, and the addition of umami and kokumi can help your company's vegan and vegetarian products stand out.
June 23, 2020 -
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JBS' plant-based Ozo comes to stores and e-commerce
The brand, which features protein from fermented shiitake mushrooms, is embracing a dual sales approach, appearing on shelves in a dozen states and as a direct-to-consumer option.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 19, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Runamok Maple gets a berry sweet new variety; plantain tortilla chips let snackers go Barnanas
Strawberry Rose Infused Syrup brings a floral profile to summer dishes, and Chubby Organics develops a "no junk" (and no peanut) version of a children's lunchtime staple.
By Food Dive staff • June 19, 2020 -
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OpinionBig livestock: A long road ahead to a resilient, water-secure future
While the meat industry manages the public health and economic impacts of the pandemic, there's another global threat on the horizon that can't be ignored, writes Kirsten James of Ceres.
By Kirsten James • June 18, 2020 -
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Beyond moves closer to meat price parity with value pack launch
The Cookout Classic 10-packs have a suggested retail price of $15.99 or $1.60 per plant-based patty and are only available for a limited time.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 18, 2020 -
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Deep DiveHow coronavirus scrambled eggs
Prices have swung dramatically as the markets and demand have changed and consumers clamor for the protein staple.
By Megan Poinski • June 15, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Pringles cans Wendy's Baconator; Hormel strives for the perfect chili dog
One of the restaurant's most popular items is turned into limited edition crisps, and a New York butcher has a true no-contact sales strategy.
By Food Dive staff • June 12, 2020 -
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Kerry launches 13 new plant-based ingredients
These options are geared toward flexitarian consumers looking for alternatives that mimic animal-based protein sources.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 11, 2020 -
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Nestlé to acquire majority stake in collagen maker Vital Proteins
The maker of bars, beverages, capsules and powders with the protein would operate as a standalone business at the Swiss food giant. Financial details were not disclosed.
By Christopher Doering • June 11, 2020 -
Tyson Foods exchanges cooperation for leniency in price-fixing probe
Under the Justice Department's agreement, the company can avoid criminal fines, prosecution and prison time while helping investigate other poultry producers.
By Lillianna Byington • June 11, 2020 -
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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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
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