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Secret Island Salmon swims upstream with ‘F-word’ campaign
Edgy messaging is helping the direct-to-consumer brand drive awareness as it prepares for a broader launch at retail.
By Christine Blank • Nov. 27, 2023 -
Cultivated meat labeling puzzle could bring legal headaches
Though regulators came to a consensus on what to call the namesake product in 2022, continuing debates over package labeling rules could still create headwinds for players in the space.
By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 27, 2023 -
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Top 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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Leftovers: Hidden Valley Ranch doubles down on flavor | My Mochi debuts pickle variety
The Clorox-owned salad dressing brand is adding more spices and herbs in a special X-shaped bottle, and Ojoy unveils a low-alcohol alternative to champagne ahead of the holiday season.
By Food Dive staff • Nov. 22, 2023 -
Research suggests using more packaging could cut food waste
Ameripen, which backed consumer research by Michigan State University, says findings could spark a closer look at date labeling and other on-pack messaging as well as how to balance freshness features with weight concerns.
By Maria Rachal • Nov. 21, 2023 -
PepsiCo sets goals to lower sodium, incorporate more diverse ingredients
The Doritos manufacturer is in “a constant cycle of innovation to reimagine” foods so they are better for consumers without compromising on taste, a top executive said.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2023 -
Ex-Kellogg exec, top Twitch streamer target gamers with Myna Snacks
The brainchild of Darcey Macken and Imane Anys, a.k.a. Pokimane, the upstart aims to reach younger consumers through better-for-you offerings such as mini cookies.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 13, 2023 -
General Mills buys pet supplements maker Fera Pets for undisclosed amount
The purchase will be housed inside a growth equity fund created by the cereal giant to scale and expand newly acquired businesses for future integration into its core portfolio.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 10, 2023 -
B&G Foods sells Green Giant US canned vegetable line to Seneca Foods
The Crisco and Ortega manufacturer said it continues to explore divesting products that have low margins or cash flow, as well as items that do not fit with its core portfolio.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 9, 2023 -
WK Kellogg Co CEO talks the future of cereal
Gary Pilnick said in a conversation with Food Dive that the newly spun-off business is on a path towards growth and expressed optimism about overcoming potential roadblocks the category could face.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 9, 2023 -
Inside McCormick’s bet to build its ‘supply chain of the future’
A half-mile-long logistics center near Baltimore is helping the flavor giant operate more efficiently, get products to customers faster and reduce its environmental footprint.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 8, 2023 -
Crowded cultivated meat industry primed for ‘shakeout’
A new financial advisory report predicts a challenging environment for big players in the space leading to consolidation.
By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 7, 2023 -
Tyson’s insect bet will spur further adoption in the space, IFT member says
Protein producers adopting bugs for use in animal feed provides a lower barrier for entry, potentially making it easier to introduce insects into consumer diets, experts say.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Shoppers aren’t changing their Thanksgiving meal plans but are seeking more savings
Price-conscious consumers say they’re willing to dig deeper to put holiday dinner on the table, but grocers still need to help them along with smart discounts, Circana noted in a report.
By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Consumers want the ‘plant’ back in plant-based: report
Whole Foods Market forecasted that more companies will focus on using clean ingredients in their products.
By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 1, 2023 -
Nestlé launches 3 new plant-based fish items as category grows
The European launch of the vegan filets, fingers and nuggets is part of an effort by the company to increase sales of healthier foods.
By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 31, 2023 -
More than half of consumers consider sustainability in food purchases - TetraPak
Although many respondents said they are struggling financially, only 17% indicated a desire to give up purchasing higher-priced food and beverages that are environmentally friendly, organic or healthy.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Chocolate contains ‘concerning’ amounts of lead and cadmium, Consumer Reports finds
The nonprofit found troublesome amounts of the heavy metals in 16 out of 48 products tested, and called out Hershey to take action.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Sponsored by Fibre Box Association
Corrugated box industry cuts a box’s greenhouse gas emissions in half
Corrugated boxes’ environmental impact substantially reduced, greenhouse gas emissions cut in half.
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Nestlé expands Coffee mate creamer into fast-growing iced coffee
The product, which is available in French vanilla and caramel, is the first major innovation for the brand since its inception more than 60 years ago.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 26, 2023 -
Wesson enters crowded plant-based butter aisle
The 124-year-old brand, known for its vegetable oil, is tapping into its widespread recognition and the consumer desire for alternative dairy products to launch the new offering.
By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 25, 2023 -
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Robotics can help food and beverage companies reach full potential, former Bai COO says
Barak Bar-Cohen, who launched a CPG manufacturing company this year specializing in “variety packs” for snacks and drinks, said his experience at the better-for-you beverage brand fueled his desire to revamp supply chains.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 24, 2023 -
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Leftovers: Frito-Lay twists into Cheetos Pretzels | Campbell’s celebrates Thanksgiving with Chunky soup
The PepsiCo-owned brand is bringing its cheesiness to the growing snack category after success with popcorn, and Goldfish taps a popular holiday movie character for its latest grahams variety.
By Food Dive staff • Oct. 20, 2023 -
How General Mills refreshed its fruit snack brands to fend off disruptors
Splashier assets and branding experiments seek to help products like Gushers stand out in the social media age, execs said at Advertising Week.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 20, 2023 -
Meati makes its move into growing plant-based snack category
The launch of jerky products comes after Beyond Meat unveiled shelf-stable products, heating up competition in the plant-based market.
By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 19, 2023 -
Back to Basics: How to operate a successful private label brand
Proprietary items work best if retailers differentiate them through either cost or innovation and are thoughtful about choosing categories, experts say.
By Amanda Baltazar • Oct. 17, 2023