Leftovers: Hershey and Yuengling make chocolate porter; veggies play Peekaboo in ice cream

The two venerated Pennsylvania companies spent almost a year on this mashup, and Jack Daniel's hopes drinkers will fall for its new apple whiskey.

By Food Dive staff • Oct. 4, 2019

3 ways for smaller companies to pack a punch in the brave new world of food and beverage manufacturing

Health and environmental focus is becoming a unique selling proposition for food and beverage manufacturers. Colin Elkins of IFS outlines three key areas where smaller vendors can put pressure on larger competitors.

By Colin Elkins • Oct. 3, 2019

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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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More dexterous robots make quick work of food manufacturing

New technology is capable of more precise movements, opening possibilities for safely processing and packaging products from chicken to Peeps.

By Craig Guillot • Oct. 2, 2019

Rethinking packaging? Software can help manage the transition to more sustainable options

As consumers are more aware of the environmental hazards of plastics, many manufacturers need to make some changes. Mike Edgett of Infor walks through how technology can help it be successful.

By Mike Edgett • Sept. 27, 2019

Keurig Dr Pepper-backed firm launches smart nutrition bottle

LifeFuels, in which the soda giant invested last year, allows consumers to create personalized beverages on the go while tracking their hydration goals.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 18, 2019

What happened to my Bud? Beverage makers flock to CBD-infused drinks

Beer and other drink companies are concerned that consumers would trade in their product for one with the cannabis compound —  providing the high but without the calories.

By Tom Newmaster • Sept. 17, 2019

What's in a name? Research looks at the best ways to describe lab-grown meat

"Cultivated meat" might be the best term to describe products made in a lab from animal cells, according to research unveiled at the Good Food Conference.

By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 16, 2019

Are big CPG companies getting serious about reducing plastic packaging?

Nestlé's new research institute will devise more environmentally friendly solutions, and PepsiCo plans to reduce the amount of virgin plastic in its beverage containers by 2025.

By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 16, 2019

How treatment that could reduce peanut allergies might change food

Researchers found small doses of liquified nut protein under the tongue could increase children's tolerance of the legume.

By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 12, 2019

Mississippi considers changes to plant-based meat labeling law

The state's new rules would allow manufacturers to comply with its ban on meat-based terms by using a "comparable qualifier" on packages such as "meat free" or "made from plants."

By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 10, 2019

Can cereal be sugary and 'healthy'? Judge dismisses lawsuit against General Mills

He ruled consumers "cannot plausibly claim to be misled" when labeling accurately discloses product ingredients.

By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 9, 2019

Judge bars AB InBev from using 'no corn syrup' labels

MillerCoors filed the lawsuit in March to retaliate for an attack in Bud Light's Super Bowl ad campaign for using the ingredient in the brewing process.

By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 5, 2019

Ineffective labeling of plant-based food products leads to life-threatening allergic reactions

Consumers deserve clear and consistent labeling on everything, writes FARE CEO Lisa Gable.

By Lisa Gable • Sept. 3, 2019

Leftovers: Grateful Dead-inspired tea to brew voter registration, Halo Top hits the makeup box

Trouble ahead? Trouble behind? Celestial Seasonings' Ramble On Rose tea can help you watch your speed, and FitJoy gets the snack puff in shape.

By Food Dive staff • Aug. 23, 2019

Study: 88% of children's foods don't meet WHO's nutritional standards

Canadian researchers found better-for-you claims and "fun appeals" significantly increased in the past 10 years — while the amount of sugar also went up.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 22, 2019

Miyoko's Creamery brings vegan cheese out of 'the dark ages of food'

The company's sales grew 170% last year, with dairy-free products available in about 12,000 stores. It is planning new cheddar and pepper jack varieties in 2019 that include hemp protein. 

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 14, 2019

Dasani's packaging gets a sustainability upgrade

The Coca-Cola-owned brand will add more recyclable options and use less new plastic in a bid to keep ecologically minded consumers buying its products.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 14, 2019

Investors put $13M behind Hazel Technologies' packets to reduce food waste

A small sachet tossed into produce packing crates inhibits ripening and can triple shelf life.

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 13, 2019

3 trends in food and beverage packaging

They say you can't judge a book by its cover, but many consumers judge products by their packages. Food Dive and Grocery Dive took a look at three trends in packaging today.

By Food Dive and Grocery Dive staff • Aug. 9, 2019

Leftovers: Atomik vodka creates a nuclear reaction; Twinkies shoots for the moon

Scientists created artisanal spirits made from crops grown near Chernobyl, and The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is celebrating the anniversary of "Friends."

By Food Dive staff • Aug. 9, 2019

Thinking outside the box: How SafeTraces tracks food, not packages

The traceability startup uses DNA to track and identify items ranging from apples to oils. It is working with UL and JBT FoodTech to expand its reach.

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 5, 2019

Manischewitz to sell its kosher food business to Kayco

After a number of ownership changes during its long history, the well-known manufacturer of Jewish foods is being acquired by one of the largest kosher food distributors. 

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 1, 2019

Beyond bottles: How today's drink packages quench consumers' thirst

Resealable cans, portability, sustainability and reinvented user experiences are helping beverage companies stand out on crowded shelves.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 30, 2019

When kids have access to more snack variety, they eat more, study reveals

Researchers also found the size of containers or packages had little impact on consumption for both children and adults. 

By Cathy Siegner • July 26, 2019

Coca-Cola and PepsiCo exit plastic lobbying group amid environmental concerns

The two soft drink giants have great influence within the industry and the move may encourage other companies to follow suit.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 26, 2019