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CPGs think inside the subscription box for product testing
New popcorn varieties developed by Cretors were mailed along with toothpaste and cereal to consumers' homes, providing the manufacturer with nearly instantaneous feedback.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 30, 2021 -
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General Mills launches animal-free dairy cheese brand Bold Cultr
Developed under the company's G-Works innovation unit, this cream cheese is the first Big Food foray into using milk proteins made by fermentation.
By Megan Poinski • Updated Nov. 19, 2021 -
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TrendlineTop 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.
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Del Monte Foods doubles down on upcycled foods by reusing pineapple juice
The fruit and vegetable company said two of its Fruit Infusions cups have been declared Upcycled Certified and would redirect about 130,000 pounds of the liquid annually.
By Christopher Doering • Updated April 20, 2022 -
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Biden nominates Robert Califf to return as FDA head
If confirmed by Congress, the cardiologist could shape the framework for cell-based meat and finish the work he started five years ago defining controversial labeling terms.
By Ned Pagliarulo , Jonathan Gardner , Megan Poinski • Updated Nov. 12, 2021 -
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Tofurky argues Oklahoma plant-based labeling law imposes 'burdensome roadblocks' on the industry
The case, which seeks to overturn a state requirement, has a new food company leading its charge and a revamped legal strategy.
By Megan Poinski • Nov. 11, 2021 -
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Buying less junk food can lower households' potential emissions by 29%, study finds
Researchers also found that 71% of homes could reduce their carbon footprint by changing purchasing habits, such as cutting out unhealthy foods and buying fewer goods in bulk.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 11, 2021 -
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Oatly, Fiji Water founders relaunch Good Idea functional sparkling waters
The beverage, which claims to control blood sugar, coincides with a broader trend in the food and beverage space where consumers are looking for more than hydration or the easing of hunger.
By Samantha Oller • Nov. 10, 2021 -
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Coca-Cola, Unilever among top plastic polluters, report says
The findings, which detail the 10 CPGs whose products produce the highest amount of plastic waste in the world, question the efficacy of companies' sustainability pledges.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 25, 2021 -
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Halloween candy sales spike above 2020 and pre-pandemic levels
Recent data show a double-digit jump in retail sales of seasonal candy this autumn, as manufacturers ramp up new products to meet consumers' heightened interest in celebrating the spooky holiday.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 21, 2021 -
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Natural preservatives get fresh look amid clean label push
Ingredients such as citric acid, ascorbic acid, vinegar and rosemary extract preserve products' characteristics, prevent spoilage during shipping and increase their lifespan.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 21, 2021 -
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Nestlé debuts bonbon-like refrigerated snack as an afternoon pick-me-up
The new offering fills an unmet need in the nut butter category for consumers looking for a fresher, less sugar-intensive way to indulge, a company executive said.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 20, 2021 -
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By the numbers: Plant-based food sales and prices
The trendy segment is selling fast and growing at a quicker rate than traditional products. Data from SPINS details these increases and shows how close some categories are to reaching price parity.
By Megan Poinski • Oct. 19, 2021 -
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Deep Dive5 ways to boost plant-based products in grocery stores
From appointing category managers to dedicating shelf space, maximizing sales of animal alternatives at retail requires a holistic approach.
By Megan Poinski , Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 18, 2021 -
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Givaudan bulks up natural colors business with purchase of DDW
The acquisition marks the latest in a series of deals for the Switzerland-based company as it responds to growing demand for better-for-you offerings.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 14, 2021 -
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Mondelēz launching vegan Cadbury bar
The snacking giant plans to roll out the offering in the U.K. and Ireland, but a company spokesperson didn't rule out eventually introducing the product to the U.S.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 7, 2021 -
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Bush's partners with Blue Zones to promote the healthy aspects of beans
Four new products with the longevity-focused lifestyle branding are available online now and will be in stores next year.
By Megan Poinski • Oct. 4, 2021 -
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California beverage makers struggle to meet upcoming recycled content requirements
Bottlers must use at least 15% postconsumer resin in plastic containers by 2022, but a recent CalRecycle report shows major manufacturers like Coca-Cola and Anheuser-Busch are behind.
By Jacob Wallace • Oct. 4, 2021 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Pop-Tarts celebrates the Day of the Dead; Blake Lively creates a buzz with nonalcoholic mixers
Kellogg redesigns its toaster pastries and partners with Latino groups to commemorate culture, and Elf on the Shelf slips into the cereal bowl again.
By Food Dive staff • Oct. 1, 2021 -
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75% of cell-based meat companies prefer the term 'cultivated' for their products
The Good Food Institute polled 44 leaders in the space last month, finding the results matched up with a 2019 consumer study the advocacy group had done.
By Megan Poinski • Oct. 1, 2021 -
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Coca-Cola scores highest on sustainable packaging, but most CPGs fall short, report says
While progress has been made, As You Sow finds reason to doubt companies will meet their own goals, mostly because of the reliance on plastic.
By Chris Casey • Sept. 30, 2021 -
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Kind veterans launch plant-based Mexican brand Somos
Daniel Lubetzky worked with former colleagues from the popular bar maker to create a line of entrees, sides and chips all produced in Mexico.
By Samantha Oller • Sept. 28, 2021 -
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Organic and animal welfare claims drive sales, SPINS finds
These numbers, presented last week at Natural Products Expo East, show consumer concerns for health and sustainability spurred by the pandemic are continuing.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 28, 2021 -
Ball Corporation investing $290M in new aluminum can plant in Nevada
The facility is scheduled to begin production in late 2022, which would help the packaging giant keep up with demand after facing shortages of the material last year.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 27, 2021 -
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Tetra Pak launches accelerator program to speed product development
The packaging and processing company will offer its expertise in formulation, processing and marketing to food and beverage brands.
By Chris Casey • Sept. 24, 2021 -
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PepsiCo launches compostable bag for Off The Eaten Path brand
The packaging, available this month at Whole Foods Market and other retailers, is primarily made from nonfood, plant-based sources.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 24, 2021
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