Packaging / Labeling
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ColumnLeftovers: Mondelēz layers more flavors onto Perfect Bar | Splenda splashes into drink mixes
The snack brand is debuting Crispy Peanut Butter offerings in chocolate and berry varieties, and Alouette brings its signature brie to the barbecue with a product designed for grilling.
By Food Dive staff • June 2, 2023 -
Courtesy of Beyond Meat
Texas governor signs new labeling law for plant-based and cultivated meat
Starting Sept. 1, companies making items that do not come from animals will be required to explicitly label them.
By Megan Poinski • Updated May 30, 2023 -
Courtesy of Salt & Straw
ColumnLeftovers: Ice cream warms up to upcycling; Lucky Charms brings magic to color-changing marshmallows
Salt & Straw’s new frozen novelties use ingredients that would have gone to waste, and California Pizza Kitchen enters the salad dressing category.
By Food Dive staff • May 26, 2023 -
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Major tea companies linked to plantations with reported human rights abuses, report says
Companies including Unilever, Ekaterra and Starbucks said they are working to address these issues through greater supply chain transparency.
By Chris Casey • May 22, 2023 -
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Coca-Cola criticized by green group for falling behind on reusable packaging goal
The beverage giant said in April that 14% of its total beverage volume was served in this material in 2022, a decline from 16% two years earlier.
By Christopher Doering • May 19, 2023 -
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From beer to bars: How AB InBev’s EverGrain finds new uses for spent barley
The startup is working with many of the world’s largest food companies to include its nutrient-rich byproduct, which is already being incorporated into crackers and nutritional supplements.
By Christopher Doering • May 18, 2023 -
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Organic food sales hit a record in 2022, topping $60B for the first time
The category saw a 4.3% increase last year to $61.7 billion in sales, which the Organic Trade Association said indicates a continued interest from consumers despite economic volatility.
By Chris Casey • May 15, 2023 -
Courtesy of McCormick
Cholula debuts six new items in its first product expansion
The McCormick-owned hot sauce brand is launching three seasoning blends and three salsa products, capitalizing on growing interest from consumers in Mexican meals.
By Chris Casey • May 9, 2023 -
Courtesy of Novozymes
Novozymes says new ingredient can increase shelf life, cut sugar in baked goods
The Danish biotech company said its Novamyl BestBite can maintain freshness and moisture in foods like bread without impacting taste.
By Chris Casey • May 8, 2023 -
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Opposites attract: Hershey aims to disrupt $1.7B sweet and salty category
The 129-year-old company, which wants to be the No. 1 branded manufacturer in the space by 2026, is banking on its prior experience, a portfolio of well-known offerings and the absence of a larger CPG player.
By Christopher Doering • May 8, 2023 -
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Legislators condemn manufacturers that added sesame in response to allergy labeling law
Some bakers have put the ingredient into products that didn’t have it before, which has led some people to unknowingly consume the seed.
By Megan Poinski • May 4, 2023 -
Courtesy of Do Good Foods
Behind Do Good Foods’ mission to lower livestock emissions through upcycling
The company, which uses unsold groceries to create animal feed, plans to have a facility in every major metropolitan area to produce its chicken and egg products.
By Chris Casey • May 3, 2023 -
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Constellation Brands targets more circular beverage packaging by 2025
The Corona and Svedka supplier’s latest ambitions address packaging weight ratios, the potential for making packaging returnable and replacing certain plastic components with recyclable paperboard.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 1, 2023 -
Courtesy of Conagra Brands
ColumnLeftovers: Conagra brings Wendy’s chili to cans; M&M’s brews Caramel Cold Brew candy
The CPG version of the fast food staple features beef, peppers and beans in a tomato-based sauce, and DiGiorno gets thick and thin with new pizza styles.
By Food Dive staff • April 28, 2023 -
Courtesy of Pasta Noodles Co.
New startup brings the ramen experience to instant pasta
Pasta Noodles Co. said it is bringing authentic Italian pasta packaged in a rapid cook cup, which cooks in three minutes in a microwave.
By Chris Casey • April 28, 2023 -
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Nestlé urged by investor group to lower dependence on unhealthy food products
In a letter, the shareholders said they have “already made clear our willingness to escalate our engagement” with the CPG giant should it fail to act.
By Christopher Doering • April 28, 2023 -
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Coca-Cola enters fresh fruit through licensing deal for Minute Maid and Simply brands
In the U.S., Simply Select labeling will be used on Frutura’s Dayka & Hacket fresh citrus while Minute Maid will adorn grapes. Products will begin appearing at retail before July.
By Christopher Doering • April 20, 2023 -
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I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter Spray labeling is not misleading, appellate court rules
The U.S. 9th Circuit judges said the pump-action seasoning can be considered a spray — and therefore bill itself as having no calories or fat per serving.
By Megan Poinski • April 19, 2023 -
Permission granted by Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola’s Topo Chico Sabores launch aims to broaden reach for mineral water brand
The new premium sparkling products made with fruit juice and herbal extracts accelerate efforts by the beverage giant to expand distribution and usage occasions for the fast-growing offering.
By Christopher Doering • April 18, 2023 -
Courtesy of Tofurky
Appellate court reinstates Louisiana plant-based labeling law, but narrows its scope
The 5th Circuit’s opinion interprets the law in a way no food company would be likely to violate it, attorneys for the plaintiffs said.
By Megan Poinski • April 14, 2023 -
Permission granted by Herr's
ColumnLeftovers: Herr’s adds crunch to condiments; Hershey’s Kisses cozy up to chocolate milk
The Pennsylvania-based snack maker debuts Sandwi-chips, featuring flavors like ketchup and mustard, and Diageo’s Captain Morgan embraces Madagascar vanilla for the spiced rum.
By Food Dive Staff • April 14, 2023 -
Permission granted by Bimbo Bakeries
Baked goods brand Entenmann’s enters the ice cream aisle
The company's new ice cream sandwiches, which will be available at Walmart this month, are inspired by the baker's existing donuts, cakes, cookies and snacks.
By Christopher Doering • April 11, 2023 -
Courtesy of Frito-Lay North America
PepsiCo prioritizes faster compostable packaging trials at new R&D center
The company says eliminating third-party labs for testing could get new products to market at least two to three times faster.
By Katie Pyzyk • April 10, 2023 -
Courtesy of Molson Coors
Molson Coors launches first bourbon brand with Barmen 1873
The spirit, which will be co-displayed with the company’s Coors Banquet in some locations, further broadens the company’s portfolio to include other beverages beyond beer amid a change in consumer tastes.
By Christopher Doering • April 3, 2023 -
Courtesy of Pepsi
Pepsi embraces maximalism for first visual overhaul in 14 years
Muted tones are out while electric colors and a new “pulse” motif are in as the brand prepares for its next chapter of digital marketing.
By Peter Adams • March 28, 2023
