After topping $50B in 2019, organic food sales benefit from coronavirus

The Organic Trade Association said all of the big staple categories — including dairy, eggs, flour and pasta — are expected to see an increase in 2020.

By Christopher Doering • June 12, 2020

Leftovers: Pringles cans Wendy's Baconator; Hormel strives for the perfect chili dog

One of the restaurant's most popular items is turned into limited edition crisps, and a New York butcher has a true no-contact sales strategy.

By Food Dive staff • June 12, 2020

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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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Coronavirus changed 85% of consumers' food habits

The International Food Information Council's annual Food & Health Survey found people still trust the safety of the food system, are turning more to plant protein for health and are influenced by "natural" label claims. 

By Megan Poinski • June 10, 2020

New discoveries sharply curtail food packaging waste

Südpack introduced options for meat that use less material, and scientists have discovered beetle larvae that can eat about eight times more polystyrene than other worms.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 8, 2020

Leftovers: Jack Daniel's cans its popular cocktails; top peanut butter brands put the squeeze on packaging

Brown-Forman's new whiskey innovation is tailor made for summer, while craft brewer Clown Shoes uses terpenes to help consumers taste the rainbow. 

By Food Dive staff • June 5, 2020

What's old is new: Heirloom grains' popularity soars amid push to eat healthy, cook at home

The ingredients, which can go back thousands of years, are lauded for their low gluten content and organic quality. 

By Christopher Doering • June 4, 2020

Sugar Association asks FDA to overhaul sweetener labeling rules

Consumers want to know when alternative sweeteners are in food and drinks, and the current labeling is deceptive, the industry group said.

By Megan Poinski • June 4, 2020

Working together to protect the food allergy community

FDA guidance on May 22 relaxing labeling standards caused shock and fear among consumers. FARE CEO Lisa Gable discusses what manufacturers should do to promote transparency and maintain trust.

By Lisa Gable • June 3, 2020

Coca-Cola, Mondelez trim SKUs as CPGs tackle pandemic stresses

Supply chains are reducing complexity to better operate in volatile market conditions.

By Emma Cosgrove • June 2, 2020

Mondelez ups recyclable pledge with change to Philadelphia cream cheese packaging

Berry Global said it will provide packaging containing reused plastic for the snack maker's popular brand.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 1, 2020

Apeel Sciences raises $250M in latest funding round

The company said the financing, which gives it a valuation of $1 billion, will allow it to further invest in curtailing food waste and extending the shelf life of products.

By Christopher Doering • May 26, 2020

FDA allows ingredient swaps without label changes

The guidance, published Friday, is meant to give manufacturers flexibility, but may have the unintended consequence of eroding consumer trust.

By Megan Poinski • May 26, 2020

Leftovers: Skittles sheds its rainbow for LGBTQ+ Pride; Amplify's new hot potato chips explode onto the scene

The Mars candy brand will donate $1 to GLAAD for each of the muted packs it sells, and LesserEvil adds summertime fruit flavors to its popcorn.

By Food Dive staff • May 22, 2020

Task force creates official definition for 'upcycled food'

The group said implementing a single description could unify the category and encourage more food companies to use ingredients that reduce food waste.

By Lillianna Byington • May 21, 2020

Nestlé's new Life Cuisine brand caters to changing definition of healthy eating

The Swiss food giant also is refreshing more than half of its Lean Cuisine portfolio with a focus on bowls and recipes of 400 calories and 10 grams of fat or less.

By Christopher Doering • May 20, 2020

Peatos challenges snack giant Frito-Lay with its direct-to-consumer site

The launch of BetterSnacks.com comes a week after PepsiCo launched a similar website Snacks.com showcasing Fritos, Cheetos and other brands.

By Jessi Devenyns • May 20, 2020

Snack bar sales slip during quarantine but long-term growth unaffected

A report by Bernstein predicted the nutritional bar category will return to growth amid "mega dietary trends such as wholesome/natural and high protein/low carb." Atkins and Quest are best positioned to benefit. 

By Jessi Devenyns • May 18, 2020

Ahead of peak season, berry supplier Driscoll's worries market 'just is not there' amid pandemic

The coronavirus outbreak has cut sales of the California company's produce by 20% as foodservice establishments close and retailers struggle to get its products through their supply chains.

By Christopher Doering • May 14, 2020

Kerry expands clean label reach with 2 acquisitions

The purchases of IsoAge Technologies and Biosecur Lab will help the company better respond to trends such as eating healthier.

By Christopher Doering • May 7, 2020

In the world of consumer insights, online research is unlikely to become the 'new normal'

Once social distancing is over, these types of product studies will go back to the traditional in-person way they have been performed. Sean Bisceglia of Curion writes about why.

By Sean Bisceglia • April 30, 2020

Waste not, thrive a lot: Rethink your packaging

Manufacturers and packagers can elevate their brands, save money and make progress toward sustainability goals by taking action to innovate on better packaging options and reduce waste in the process.

By Chelsi Tryon, Business Solutions Director – Waste, ENGIE Impact • April 30, 2020

PepsiCo trims 'nonessential' marketing spend while focusing on growth areas

A boost in grocery sales is helping some of the company's brands, but gas station and restaurant closures are causing some pain.

By Dianna Christie • April 29, 2020

Leftovers: My/Mo Mochi adds single-serve packaging; Upton's Naturals launches meat substitute to go bananas for

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the frozen treat provides more hygienic protection, and BE Protein Smoothies adds chicken to its blend.

By Food Dive staff • April 24, 2020

How COVID-19 brought plastics back from the dead

For years, food companies were moving away from disposable packaging to help the environment. Tom Newmaster of FORCEpkg writes about how the pandemic is reminding everyone why they were used in the first place.

By Tom Newmaster • April 23, 2020

Land O'Lakes quietly removes Native American woman from label

The dairy co-op is keeping the rest of the packaging design while touting next to the brand name that it is farmer-owned and has been around since 1921.  

By Jessi Devenyns • April 20, 2020