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AdvancePierre could be a big player in M&A during 2017
The company's CEO said the producer and distributor of ready-to-eat sandwiches and snacks is ready to grow following its IPO last July.
By Keith Loria • March 13, 2017 -
Study: Eat less bacon and more vegetables for a longer life
Eating the wrong amount of certain foods is responsible for nearly 50% of diabetes, heart disease and stroke-related deaths, researchers found.
By Keith Loria • March 10, 2017 -
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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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How retailers can lure shoppers to the seafood case
The segment's health benefits and environmental sustainability are attracting an expanded consumer base, but retailers will need to increase advertising and reduce prices to get them to bite.
By Emma Liem Beckett • March 8, 2017 -
Tyson Foods CEO eyes big future for plant-based proteins
The meat and poultry giant owns a stake in Beyond Meat and invests in companies developing meat substitutes.
By Christopher Doering • March 8, 2017 -
Online companies give shoppers the meat they want — and that's no bull
ButcherBox and Crowd Cow are two of the purveyors seeing a rise in consumer demand for premium, free-from cuts.
By Keith Loria • March 8, 2017 -
Eat like Tom Brady: NFL star looks to score with home-delivery meals
The endorsement could help meal-kit startup Purple Carrot stand out in the crowded home-delivery meal space.
By Christopher Doering • March 8, 2017 -
USDA
Asian countries ban US poultry following bird flu discovery
South Korea, Taiwan, Japan and Hong Kong have all imposed restrictions, and have no timetable for when the limits will be lifted.
By Keith Loria • March 8, 2017 -
Plant-based food sales growing like weeds, topping $5B annually
Alternative milks are leading the revolution in the U.S., with sales exceeding $4.2 billion in 2016.
By Emma Liem Beckett • March 8, 2017 -
Study: 24% of snack food eating happens during meals
The line between snacking and eating meals is blurring, especially for millennials and Generation Z.
By Megan Poinski • March 7, 2017 -
Bird flu outbreak hits Tyson chicken supplier
This is the first case of highly pathogenic avian influenza to strike a commercial poultry flock in more than a year.
By Christopher Doering • March 7, 2017 -
Why retailers should push deli offerings
Opportunities for deli growth are bright, but retailers need to maximize digital advertising to lure consumers to the store.
By Keith Loria • March 7, 2017 -
New spring chicken: Johnsonville launches poultry line
Innovation and diversification are driving factors when a company breaks out from its base with a different type of product.
By Doug Harris • March 6, 2017 -
Why Whole Foods is opening a Brazilian restaurant in Atlanta
The churrasco-style restaurant, called The Roast, will have seating for 48, billiards, a DJ platform and digital-ordering kiosks.
By Keith Loria • March 3, 2017 -
Why sales of meat — and alternatives — are both increasing
Mintel says 31% of Americans are practicing "meat free" days, and 35% of U.S. consumers get their protein from other sources.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 27, 2017 -
FDA
Study: Salmonella could damage DNA
An estimated 1.2 million illnesses and 450 deaths occur annually in the U.S. from people eating foods contaminated with the bacteria.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 24, 2017 -
Hormel culls profit forecast as pricing pressure hits Jennie-O unit
The meat and snacks manufacturer expects to earn $1.65 to $1.71 per share for the year, down from previous forecast of $1.68 to $1.74.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Seaweed before swine: Ocean greens replace antibiotics in pig feed
The product could help companies in the eyes of consumers, as well as improve their bottom lines.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Spicy on the inside: Sriracha Seasoning Stix hit the market
This new product will deliver flavor for those who don't want to touch meat, but is unlikely to displace the traditional format of herbs and spices.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 23, 2017 -
USDA
Sanderson Farms' Q1 profit takes flight
Dark meat products helped the company's big numbers, which weren't hampered by the death of the controversial Georgia Dock pricing index.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 23, 2017 -
USDA
Tyson to cut antibiotics from branded chicken breasts, nuggets and wings
Transitioning away from medicines is expensive, but drug-free poultry can be sold for 20% more — giving the company more bang for their cluck.
By Emma Liem Beckett • Feb. 22, 2017 -
How retailers can beef up consumer interest in meat
Transparency is a major trend driving consumer purchasing behavior in the meat space, and one that grocers can use to their benefit.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Health and sustainability initiatives put food companies atop Fortune's most admired list
Fortune released a list of industry rankings for consumer food products and food manufacturers.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 22, 2017 -
Cricket-based food startup awarded $100,000 by USDA to make bugs tasty
Can consumers say "cricket" without "ick"?
By Doug Harris • Feb. 21, 2017 -
What role does meat play in attracting Hispanic customers?
Research by Cargill shows that Hispanic shoppers value variety in a store’s meat selection, and most grocers don’t measure up.
By Jeff Wells • Feb. 14, 2017 -
Sanderson Farms shareholders agree with board: Don't stop antibiotics use
A vote on phasing out drug use failed, showing agreement with the company's previous position.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 13, 2017
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