Packaging / Labeling
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Post settles sugary cereal lawsuit for $15M and agrees to drop health-focused label claims
The cereal maker will stop using terms including "no high fructose corn syrup," "less processed," "wholesome," "smart" and "nutritious" on products with at least 10% of calories coming from the sweetener.
By Lauren Manning • March 02, 2021 -
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General Mills' Epic debuts bar with beef raised through regenerative farming
The product, which will be sold exclusively at Whole Foods and online, carries a seal certifying it was made using farming techniques that help put carbon underground.
By Barbara Smith • Feb. 23, 2021 -
"Woman in Yellow Tshirt and Beige jacket Holding a Fruit Stand" by Anna Shvets is licensed under CC BY 1.0
Innovation post-pandemic will play on familiar trends, IRI says
Self and societal care, indulgence and frictionless shopping will continue to provide opportunities for brands to experiment and grow in 2021, the insights group found.
By Barbara Smith , Samantha Oller • Feb. 22, 2021 -
As more than half of consumers deal with food allergies, FARE looks to expand access to care
The leading advocacy and research group recently published a blueprint to make treatment more equitable among races and put it into action with a new community partnership in New Jersey.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 22, 2021 -
Courtesy of Hershey
Hershey's 'big bet' on better-for-you confections
Producing more low- or no-sugar, organic and bite-size offerings could generate up to $1 billion in additional revenue for the iconic maker of Kisses and Reese's, a top executive said.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 17, 2021 -
Courtesy of General Mills
Nature Valley makes recyclable wrappers for granola bars
The General Mills brand did not patent the packaging technology and welcomes other snack manufacturers to adapt it to their products.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 16, 2021 -
Retrieved from Rule Breaker Snacks.
Grupo Bimbo takes minority stake in allergy-friendly snacks maker
The baking giant's venture capital arm, Bimbo Ventures, is investing an undisclosed amount in sweets maker Rule Breaker Snacks.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 12, 2021 -
Study: Higher plant-based milk prices are justified, but dairy milk is too cheap
While non-dairy substitutes cost about twice as much, Mintec found the conventional staple's profits only cover production costs, leaving little for R&D or innovation.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 12, 2021 -
Courtesy of PepsiCo
Aunt Jemima rebrands as Pearl Milling Company
PepsiCo chose the new name from the Missouri location where the breakfast brand was invented more than 130 years ago.
By Megan Poinski • UPDATED: Feb. 10, 2021 at 12:05 p.m. -
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Coca-Cola transitions to bottles made from 100% recycled plastic
The new packaging and a smaller bottle size will be gradually rolled out during the first half of the year in select states.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 09, 2021 -
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Consumer concerns about COVID-19 put focus on better-for-you products
Increased demand for functional foods offers CPGs a chance to boost wellness attributes in energy drinks, yogurts and more, according to Evergi Consumer Insights.
By Samantha Oller • Feb. 02, 2021 -
Congressional panel to review worker safety at 3 meat processors
The House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis asked JBS USA, Tyson Foods and Smithfield Foods for documents and other information on infections and deaths at their facilities.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 02, 2021 -
Smithfield pledges 10% sugar and sodium reduction in all products
Along with a promise for cleaner labels, the meat company added a health and wellness pillar to its sustainability commitment at a time when consumers want food that is better for them.
By Mike De Socio and Samantha Oller • Feb. 01, 2021 -
"Woman in Yellow Tshirt and Beige jacket Holding a Fruit Stand" by Anna Shvets is licensed under CC BY 1.0
Shoppers shifting toward value and smaller sizes in 2021, IRI says
In its report, the market research firm also predicts the trend toward premiumization will ease while health, nutrition and sustainability will remain important to consumers.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 27, 2021 -
Courtesy of Kraft Heinz
Kraft Heinz tests recyclable paper Macaroni & Cheese bowls
The new cups are part of the CPG giant's commitment to make all of its packaging recyclable, reusable or compostable by 2025.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 15, 2021 -
Courtesy of Chobani
Chobani enters crowded RTD coffee space
The Greek yogurt giant has taken a big step to expand its reach beyond the dairy aisle, but the move will pit it against heavyweights such as Nestlé, Starbucks and Danone.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 14, 2021 -
Retrieved from PepsiCo on January 07, 2021
Mtn Dew releases its first new flavor in more than a decade: Major Melon
The watermelon-flavored soda is the newest permanent addition to the brand portfolio as PepsiCo leans on innovation to combat declining soda sales during the pandemic.
By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 07, 2021 -
"Woman in Yellow Tshirt and Beige jacket Holding a Fruit Stand" by Anna Shvets is licensed under CC BY 1.0
Deep Dive
5 trends fueling food and beverage innovation in 2021
Consumers will pick up their pursuit of immunity boosts, new plant-based options, global flavors and tech-enhanced foods after a tough year.
By Lillianna Byington , Christopher Doering , Megan Poinski • Jan. 04, 2021 -
AB InBev to sell stake in US metal container plants for $3B
Private-equity firm Apollo and other investors will purchase 49.9% of the business, giving the beer giant much-needed cash to pay down debt from its 2016 SABMiller acquisition.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 28, 2020 -
Christopher Doering
Frozen food sales soar with homebound consumers during pandemic
Sales in the category jumped 17.4% between November 2020 and the same month a year earlier. The largest gains came in processed poultry, seafood, snacks and beverages.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 23, 2020 -
FDA OKs 'potassium salt' for ingredient labels
Ingredients company NuTek Food Science petitioned the agency in 2016 to allow a more consumer-friendly name for potassium chloride, the nutrient-dense salt replacement.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 18, 2020 -
Courtesy of Bay State Milling
Bay State Milling launches high-fiber flour targeted at consumers
Flourish, an all-purpose flour made from high-amylose wheat, has five times the fiber as its regular counterpart, but performs and tastes the same.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 17, 2020 -
USDA plans to crack down on nitrate and nitrite labeling claims in meat
In response to a request from the Center for Science in the Public, the department said it intends to approve non-synthetic sources such as celery powder as curing agents.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 16, 2020 -
FDA approves GMO pork, but there's no determination if it's safe for those with allergies to eat
GalSafe pigs cause no reaction in pharmaceutical uses and general consumption, but their path as a food is unclear without further safety verifications.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 15, 2020 -
Courtesy of General Mills
New launches highlight cereal's use as a snack
General Mills and Kellogg's sweet varieties, mixes and portable bars show the products aren't just for breakfast anymore.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 11, 2020
