Consumers still bug out about eating insects – even processed ones

Researchers from Wageningen University in The Netherlands asked 2,654 consumers about the critters and found only half were willing to try them.

By Christopher Doering • May 2, 2017

Study: Shoppers go to the deli section for fresh heat-and-eat products

Research from FMI and Nielsen found grocers can lure more shoppers to the prepared foods segment by creating a restaurant-like ambiance and offering local and organic varieties. 

By Keith Loria • May 1, 2017

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Top 5 stories from Food Dive

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. 

By Food Dive staff

Protein, convenience and flavor continue to buoy meat snacks growth

Sales are surging, with annual growth of more than 7% in each of the past four years.

By Keith Loria • April 28, 2017

Tyson improves worker conditions at meat-processing plants

The company will give regularly scheduled bathroom breaks, pay more attention to line speeds, give training on workers’ rights and establish safety councils that include employees.

By Keith Loria • April 28, 2017

Grocers turn up the convenience factor to win over shoppers

Will value-added services and events from retailers like Hy-Vee and Coborn’s help them better compete with meal kits and take-out restaurants?

By Jeff Wells • April 27, 2017

Tyson to acquire AdvancePierre in $4.2B deal

The merger would bring the ready-to-eat sandwiches, entrees and snacks maker together with one of the leading meat producers.

By Megan Poinski • April 25, 2017

NOSB supports higher welfare standards for organic meat and poultry

The question now is whether the USDA will enact the rule, which is scheduled to take effect May 19.

By Caroline Macdonald • April 24, 2017

D's Naturals gets new CEO with General Mills lineage

301 INC, the business development and venture capital unit of the food manufacturing giant, recently invested in the maker of low sugar plant-based No Cow protein bars.

By Keith Loria • April 21, 2017

Hemp foods seek high that so far has been largely elusive

Sales of hemp food products surged 44% to $129 million in 2016, but the nascent industry remains saddled with regulatory hurdles and challenges in educating the public.

By Christopher Doering • April 20, 2017

On the go is the way to go: Portable snacks gaining popularity

Convenient and sustainable packaging is being increasingly sought out by today's busy consumer.

By Keith Loria • April 18, 2017

Taking stock of the bone broth boom

The trendy liquid has become so popular in cities like New York and Los Angeles that it can cost more than $12 a quart at some stores.

By Caroline Macdonald • April 13, 2017

Tyson hopes to score in 'cleaning up' Ball Park hot dogs

A company executive said the decision was made in response to consumers who are interested in knowing more about the food they eat.

By Doug Harris • April 12, 2017

Is China's beef with US beef about to end?

Reports say Chinese President Xi Jinping is prepared to fully lift his country’s 13-year import ban, allowing U.S. producers to access the Asian nation's burgeoning, meat-loving middle class.

By Jeff Wells • April 12, 2017

Major chicken producers fly the coop on antibiotics use

Last week, KFC became the latest restaurant chain to announce it would stop using birds raised with medicines important to human medicine.

By Keith Loria • April 11, 2017

Full of beans: Pulses come with flavor challenge

Using different processing methods to improve taste is particularly desirable for manufacturers because they do not need to be noted on product ingredient lists.

By Caroline Macdonald • April 6, 2017

How grocers can meat their shoppers' protein needs

A survey from Midan Marketing found that "voracious carnivores," or shoppers who buy meat the most often, are interested in bulk offerings, coupons and promotions and a variety of options.

By Doug Harris • April 5, 2017

A new Impossible Foods factory will produce 1 million pounds of 'meat' per month

The company wants its plant-based burgers in 1,000 restaurants by end of the year.

By Keith Loria • April 3, 2017

Organic is on the menu in most US homes

The trade group representing the industry reported sales in 2015 were $39.7 billion, up 11% from the prior year.

By Keith Loria • April 3, 2017

Survey: Consumers prefer brick-and-mortar grocery stores to online shopping

Many shoppers like to buy their food in-store, but use the web to compare prices — a trend that could lure them to e-tailers. 

By Doug Harris • April 3, 2017

Sargento hopes for a bite of the snack market with new products

The company, best known for its cheeses, has introduced a new line of food combining its signature item along with ingredients like fruit and chocolate.

By Doug Harris • April 3, 2017

Could Fareway's specialty meat market butcher the competition?

The grocery chain's full-service butchery will also feature an expanded seafood section, artisan cheeses and premium wines and craft beers. 

By Doug Harris • March 30, 2017

Why Tyson is launching a super-premium pork line now

Chairman's Reserve gives the "other white meat" quality grades that shoppers aren't used to seeing at a time when meat is more affordable.

By Doug Harris • March 29, 2017

Hormel hungry to take a bite in M&A

The food giant, a manufacturer of Spam and Jennie-O turkey, is looking to buy a company that is No. 1 or No. 2 in their respective category. 

By Keith Loria • March 28, 2017

Conagra expanding recently acquired Frontera Foods line

The new products from the food giant, better known for its Healthy Choice, Reddi-wip and Slim Jim brands, expands its presence in frozen foods.

By Keith Loria • March 27, 2017

Blue Apron acquires grass-fed beef company

BN Ranch had supplied its premium beef cuts to the meal kit company for two years.

By Keith Loria • March 24, 2017