Lunch meat could beef up retailer profits, Nielsen says

By exploring consumer trends and understanding what drives purchases of packaged versus deli varieties, grocers could revive the segment. 

By Cathy Siegner • May 14, 2018

Pilgrim's Pride benefits in Q1 from acquisitions, chicken demand

The poultry producer posted net sales of $2.75 billion, up 10.8% from the year-ago period, with net income of $119.4 million compared to $93.9 million.

By Cathy Siegner • May 11, 2018

Tyson and Cargill may be looking to buy chicken nuggets maker Keystone Foods

The supplier of products to McDonald's, Wendy's, Taco Ball and Campbell Soup is in the fast-growing protein space, and could fetch more than $3 billion in a sale.

By Patti Zarling • May 11, 2018

Prepared foods lead Tyson's Q2 sales, but transportation costs drag on earnings

The Arkansas-based protein company also announced plans to reduce about 550 corporate jobs at its headquarters and Cincinnati and Chicago offices.

By Cathy Siegner • May 7, 2018

Tyson Foods' VC arm invests in Israeli lab-grown meat business

Future Meat Technologies raised $2.2 million to continue working on a manufacturing technology platform for cost-efficient non-GMO production.

By Cathy Siegner • May 3, 2018

How to sell more seafood: Tell fish stories

The department is a growth opportunity for retailers, Nielsen notes, with consumers hungry for transparency and eager to know about product freshness and origins.

By Patti Zarling • April 30, 2018

CrossFit and Strauss Foods muscle up with new protein partnership

A selection of grass-fed beef and free-range chicken with the exercise brand's seal of approval will be sold via subscription box and will eventually retail at more than 3,000 U.S. grocery stores.  

By Patti Zarling • April 27, 2018

Cargill spends $150K to help develop antibiotic alternatives

With consumers looking for clean-label meat and concerned about human resistance to drugs, the protein industry is racing to develop other solutions.

By Cathy Siegner • April 27, 2018

Wahlburgers beefs up its products with new retail line of patties

The celebrity burger joint brings its meat blend to grocery shelves, but can the restaurant success carry over to take-home items? 

By Patti Zarling • April 26, 2018

Study: Most consumers would not try cricket flour cookies

When they saw a picture, willingness to try them improved — meaning marketing insect proteins is key.

By Caroline Macdonald • April 26, 2018

Tyson and Flashfood partner to cut back on waste by selling boxes of surplus food

The CPG company and Canadian startup hope delivery and convenience encourage more people to buy "ugly" produce and surplus food.

By Patti Zarling • April 24, 2018

San Francisco startup's plant-based 'salmon' burger could make waves in the protein segment

Like the real fish, Terramino Foods' product is a complete protein source with omega-3 fatty acids, but contains less fat. The company hopes to sell to restaurants by the end of 2018. 

By Cathy Siegner • April 18, 2018

Missouri bill would prohibit 'meat' label on lab-grown or plant-based alternatives

The bill's sponsors have ties to the meat industry, and the legislation passed two committees of the state's House of Representatives. 

By Cathy Siegner • April 12, 2018

Too much of a good thing? Heart-healthy oleic acid cuts omega-3 in eggs

The findings were a surprise to researchers who were looking for ways to improve levels of healthy fats in the popular food and baking ingredient. 

By Caroline Macdonald • April 12, 2018

Hannaford to offer Home Chef meal kits for online ordering

The selections cost $17.99 for a two-person serving, and will be available through the grocer’s click-and-collect service.

By Jeff Wells • April 11, 2018

Brazilian firm buys majority stake in National Beef for nearly $1B

The purchase comes as the USDA says American consumption of red meat and poultry is projected to hit a record high of 222.2 pounds this year— a growing market Marfrig Global Foods wants to access. 

By Cathy Siegner • April 10, 2018

The egg industry of tomorrow: Embracing a more sustainable food future

As demand for proteins and earth-friendly practices rise, food and agriculture giants are working with those creating plant-based alternatives. Ovotec Limited CEO Morten Ernst writes why he's embarked on this kind of partnership.

By Morten Ernst • April 9, 2018

How should cell-cultured food products be regulated?

Rep. Rosa DeLauro, a Democratic lawmaker, is asking a congressional watchdog whether lab-grown meat and other novel products need specific rules to make sure they're safe for consumers.

By Cathy Siegner • April 5, 2018

Online grocer Thrive Market expands into meat and seafood

The fast-growing natural and organic e-grocer, which has more than 400,000 paid members, began offering the products under its private label Tuesday.

By Jeff Wells • April 3, 2018

FMI hatches initiative to build consumer trust and confidence

The group's first Unified Voice Protocol report focuses on cage-free eggs and slow-growth chicken, looking at what shoppers know and if they are willing to pay more for these products.

By Dan Alaimo • March 28, 2018

Pork, soybeans and fruit may be in the crosshairs of US-China trade war

China said it would put a 25% duty on U.S. meat imports after President Trump placed tariffs on its steel and aluminum products.

By Cathy Siegner • March 23, 2018

Lab-grown fruit cultures could yield new superfoods

Researchers claim they taste like fresh fruit, and could be used to make caviar-like compotes, smoothies and snack foods.

By Caroline Macdonald • March 15, 2018

Kraft Heinz and Campbell Soup play catch-up in plant-based category

At the Natural Products Expo West show, executives discussed the innovations and investments they have made to grow their reach.

By Alicia Kelso • March 14, 2018

Online butchers could cut in on grocery meat sales

Upstarts such as Porter Road and Crowd Cow are bringing meat delivery into the modern age, with selections that emphasize provenance and sustainability.

By Jeff Wells • March 13, 2018

Bone broth product manufacturer Ancient Nutrition gets $103M investment

While it's uncertain if the ingredient's newfound popularity will remain, it's clear that some heavy hitters in the food and beverage industry are interested in finding out.

By Cathy Siegner • March 8, 2018