Packaging / Labeling
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OpinionAs consumer tastes evolve, so should FDA standards of identity
As the federal agency considers updating definitions of food items and ingredients, Janet E. Collins of Motif FoodWorks says it needs to consider new technology and changing mindsets about plant-based alternatives.
By Janet E. Collins • Dec. 02, 2019 -
ColumnLeftovers: Hidden Valley Ranch stuffs stockings with dressing; Blue Diamond goes nuts for pickles
As the holidays grow nearer, the Clorox-owned brand made the perfect gift for lovers of the ubiquitous sauce, while Goya launches a campaign to bring coquito's Caribbean flavor to the season.
By Food Dive staff • Nov. 22, 2019 -
Pretty in pink: FDA allows ruby to carry coveted chocolate label
Barry Callebaut has been working with federal regulators for more than a year to market its distinctive pink confection this way. The temporary approval is effective for 15 months.
By Megan Poinski • UPDATED: Nov. 25, 2019 at 12:57 p.m. -
Deep DiveBehind the scenes: Data and technology bring food product R&D into the 21st century
With CPG companies under pressure to develop items faster and stretch their spending, Conagra, Mars Wrigley and Ferrara are rethinking the decades-old way of creating new things for consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 20, 2019 -
Ben & Jerry's sued again over 'happy cows' labeling claim
A Vermont man claims the Unilever-owned brand "breached consumer trust" by sourcing more than half its milk and cream from mass-production factory dairy farms.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 19, 2019 -
Chobani goes all oat with new yogurt and milk launches
After disrupting the category 12 years ago with its Greek offering, the company is now using the cereal grain to strengthen its market dominance, while adding milk and a dairy creamer.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 18, 2019 -
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Corrugated boxes are infinitely customizable and sustainable. That's pretty extraordinary, right? They remain a pivotal asset in branding.
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Ocean Spray to settle 'no artificial flavors' lawsuit for $5.4M
If the agreement is approved, the company will stop using the claim on its CranApple and CranGrape products within a year.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 13, 2019 -
New jar lids are easy for anyone to open, company says
Consumer Convenience Technologies unveiled the first advancement in glass jars in 75 years: a top that opens and closes with the touch of a button.
By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 12, 2019 -
Plant-based plaintiffs drop lawsuit challenging Mississippi's labeling law
The state's revised regulations allow packages to carry common meat-like terms as long as they also signify products do not contain meat.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 08, 2019 -
How clean label went from differentiator to standard
In a white paper, Kerry looked at how the term has evolved and what manufacturers can do to try to meet consumers' requirements today.
By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 07, 2019 -
Brew Dr. Kombucha faces 2nd class action lawsuit over probiotic bacteria labeling
Even though the beverage maker has already made changes to accurately reflect levels of the bacteria, this new case seeks retroactive damages.
By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 07, 2019 -
OpinionTop 5 food packaging trends to watch for in 2020
The need for manufacturers to deliver on-brand messages in a simple, clear and environmentally friendly presentation is stronger than ever. Josh White of OffWhite shares how companies are doing that.
By Josh White • Nov. 05, 2019 -
Lawmakers try to resurrect country-of-origin labeling for beef and pork
Congress repealed similar regulations in December 2015 after the WTO said they discriminated against livestock in Canada and Mexico, leaving the U.S. open to retaliatory tariffs.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 05, 2019 -
ColumnLeftovers: Candy corn gets a makeover; Halo Top launches premium version
Ferrara, which makes Brach's Candy Corn, introduced six new versions of the sweet, and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is launching his own brand of tequila.
By Food Dive staff • Nov. 01, 2019 -
Beverage giants pledge $100M to capture more PET bottles with major recycling groups
Amid growing attention around single-use plastic waste, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and Keurig Dr Pepper are funding a new voluntary effort. The Recycling Partnership and Closed Loop Partners will manage the initiative.
By E.A. Crunden • Oct. 30, 2019 -
Health and environmental groups sue FDA again to ban perchlorate
Activists seek to overturn a 2017 ruling denying a request to keep the chemical out of plastic packaging and processing equipment for dry foods like cereal.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 30, 2019 -
Bill labeling plant-based meat as 'imitation' proposed in Congress
The bipartisan Real MEAT Act seeks to avoid consumer confusion between products that come from cows and those that do not, supporters say.
By Megan Poinski • Oct. 29, 2019 -
Health-Ade Kombucha settles alcohol and sugar level lawsuits for $4M
The company denied any wrongdoing, but agreed to a formulation change and a warning statement on the bottle for the next year.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 28, 2019 -
Kellogg agrees to $20M settlement of 'healthy' sugary cereal lawsuit
The cereal maker denies any wrongdoing, and it's unclear if this will set a precedent for other manufacturers — many of which are dealing with similar cases.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 25, 2019 -
ColumnLeftovers: Rockettes-inspired cookies and gingerbread eggnog kick off the holiday season
Who cares that it's not even Halloween yet? It's two months before Christmas, meaning time for festive food and drink to come to grocery shelves.
By Food Dive staff • Oct. 25, 2019 -
Deep DiveHow 5 food and beverage brands created lasting magic for a modern market
They have long legacies — and bright futures — as they keep their eyes on both the past and the trends that today's consumer is looking for.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 22, 2019 -
Can new food preservation methods get macaroni and cheese on the menu for the trip to Mars?
Washington State University researchers have developed a way to triple the shelf life of ready-to-eat foods from one year to three years.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 17, 2019 -
Mary Jane candies making a comeback in 2020
Once produced by Necco, the 105-year-old peanut and molasses chews are licensed to the Atkinson Candy Company.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 16, 2019 -
How Coca-Cola Tic Tacs can open impulse buying happiness
The iconic-soft-drink-flavored mints from Ferrero will be available in 70 countries in the next few months.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 15, 2019
