Packaging / Labeling
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Retrieved from Conagra on September 18, 2020
Swiss Miss packaging is converted into recyclable cubes
The Conagra brand's redesign reduces the carbon footprint for manufacturing and transporting hot cocoa by 15% and is part of the company's effort to make 100% of its plastic sustainable by 2025.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 18, 2020 -
Retrieved from General Mills on September 17, 2020
General Mills launches its first keto-friendly line
The products, under the brand Ratio, include cultured yogurt dairy snacks and crunchy bars that contain 2 grams of net carbs and 1 gram of sugar per serving.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 17, 2020 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Megan Poinski
TrendlineClean Label
In the world of clean labels, chemical-sounding names are out, while simple ingredients are in. Despite having no official definition, consumers are prioritizing these products in their shopping as manufacturers evolve to meet demand.
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Deep DiveInnovation takes on a different meaning as pandemic forces CPGs to get creative
Conagra and Campbell Soup are among companies that have tried new development strategies during the coronavirus — from mailing products for at-home testing to a greater social media presence — or risk losing ground.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 14, 2020 -
Nestlé invests $30M in Closed Loop fund to expand sustainable packaging use
The deal provides the Switzerland company with access to food-grade recycled plastics it can use for packaging in products such as Coffee Mate and Stouffer's.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 09, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Reese's serves cake for breakfast; Jones Soda tries to get out the vote
Hershey is giving consumers permission to eat its soft-baked chocolate snack cake in the morning, and Runamok Maple is making its syrup sparkle.
By Food Dive staff • Sept. 04, 2020 -
Retrieved from Justin's on September 03, 2020
Nut butter maker Justin's expands into refrigerated bars
The Hormel brand is entering a fast-growing segment of the food space but will find itself going up against similar offerings from Kind and Perfect Snacks.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 03, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Big CPGs struggle to gain market share during COVID-19 despite sales boost
IRI data shows while large manufacturers grabbed shelf space at the height of the pandemic, upstarts are taking advantage of out-of-stocks and demand for variety to win it back.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 31, 2020 -
Chocolate leads the way as candy purchases spike during pandemic
Premium chocolate outpaced the rest of the category with a 12.5% sales jump compared to 3.8% for all candy, according to data from the National Confectioners Association.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 28, 2020 -
Miyoko's Kitchen can call its plant-based products 'butter,' judge rules
Following in the footsteps of many previous cases, a federal judge ruled consumers aren't confused by the label, even though it uses terminology associated with an animal product.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 26, 2020 -
Courtesy of Bumble Bee Seafoods
Bumble Bee pushes consumers to rethink tuna in major refresh
The company has seen sales jump and a younger audience come to the category during the pandemic, spurring a big advertising push.
By Dianna Christie • Aug. 21, 2020 -
Retrieved from Brach's on August 21, 2020
ColumnLeftovers: Brach's cooks up Turkey Dinner Candy Corn; SuperPretzel brings arena treats to consumers' freezers
The sweet Thanksgiving in a bag has flavors representing six popular dishes at the traditional November feast, and Godiva thinks bigger by making its products small.
By Food Dive staff • Aug. 21, 2020 -
Courtesy of New Belgium Brewing
ColumnLeftovers: Fat Tire toasts the environment; Flora spreads into the United States
New Belgium Brewing's beverage was certified as the nation's first nationally distributed carbon neutral beer last week, and Vive adds some spritz to fall with Pumpkin Spice Hard Seltzer.
By Food Dive staff • Aug. 14, 2020 -
Proposed rules aim to prevent organic fraud and strengthen regulations
In the 20 years since the initial standards were written, the segment has grown substantially, with more complex supply chains and sales worth over $50 billion last year.
By Megan Poinski • Aug. 06, 2020 -
Real Dietitian
OpinionAdvertising for the 'reasonable consumer' in food and beverage labeling
With false advertising and labeling lawsuits here to stay, Pooja S. Nair at Ervin Cohen & Jessup said contradictions between how a product is marketed and what it is made of could prove extremely costly for a brand.
By Pooja S. Nair • Aug. 05, 2020 -
Courtesy of Jel Sert
How a nearly 100-year-old maker of pudding and frozen ice pops competes with Big Food
Jel Sert, a manufacturer of Royal instant mixes and Fla-Vor-Ice frozen treats, has turned to alcohol, healthier trends and licensing deals with Mars Wrigley and Coca-Cola to boost sales.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 05, 2020 -
FDA grants Ocean Spray qualified health claim for its cranberry juice
The company can label some products to indicate a relationship between their consmption and reduced risk of recurrent urinary tract infections in healthy women.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 30, 2020 -
Retrieved from Anheuser-Busch on July 30, 2020
Budweiser launches its 1st nonalcoholic beer
Anheuser-Busch's legacy beer brand is tapping NBA star Dwyane Wade as it markets Budweiser Zero, which has zero sugar and 50 calories.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 30, 2020 -
(2018). [illustration]. Retrieved from US Department of Agriculture.
GMO labeling advocates sue USDA to strengthen disclosure law
Four years after President Obama signed the bill, the group of plaintiffs want it replaced with something they say will provide more transparency to consumers.
By Megan Poinski • July 30, 2020 -
Courtesy of Better Juice
Better Juice partners with US companies to further its sugar-reduction technology
The Israel-based company converts natural sugars in 100% orange juice into other components for a less sweet beverage.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 23, 2020 -
Permission granted by Oregon State University
Naked barley looks to shed image as an overlooked grain
The commodity, created following a genetic mutation about 10,000 years ago, is touted for being a whole grain, as well as having high protein content and complex carbohydrates.
By Christopher Doering • July 23, 2020 -
Permission granted by Coconut Bliss
HumanCo acquires majority stake in vegan ice cream Coconut Bliss
The firm, created by Hu founder Jason Karp, said it is committed to investing in CPG brands that espouse its values for healthier living, transparency and sustainability.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 17, 2020 -
Trade group releases 1st code of practice for kombucha
After a slew of lawsuits, Kombucha Brewers International is establishing quality standards for the beverage and also developing a seal for manufacturers.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 16, 2020 -
Permission granted by BlueNalu
'Cell-based' seafood is the preferred term for consumers, research shows
In a study funded by BlueNalu, more than 3,000 consumers were shown different terminology. This one scored the best on accuracy and willingness to purchase.
By Megan Poinski • July 15, 2020 -
Permission granted by Diageo
Diageo and PepsiCo will debut paper bottles in 2021
The alcohol giant will launch the 100% plastic-free packaging for Johnnie Walker whisky early next year, while PepsiCo and Unilever are developing it for their products.
By Lillianna Byington • July 14, 2020 -
Courtesy of Vital Farms
Pasture-raised egg producer Vital Farms files for IPO
The 13-year-old company's products, which are sold in retailers including Kroger, Target and Whole Foods, posted sales of $140.7 million in 2019.
By Christopher Doering • July 10, 2020
