Unilever to close Ontario dry-mix plant, shift work to MO

The change involves dry soup and gravy mixes produced under the Lipton and Knorr brands.

By Paul Conley • May 9, 2014

Kashi settles 'all natural' lawsuit for $5m

Kellogg's Kashi unit is the latest company to back away from claims about the use of "natural" ingredients.

By Paul Conley • May 8, 2014

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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. 

By Food Dive staff

Naturipe Farms in Disney packaging deal

The agreement puts the Disney Princesses on packages of fresh strawberries.

By Paul Conley • May 5, 2014

Kraft posts profit on cost cutting, despite drop in sales

The maker of Maxwell House coffee and Philadelphia Brand Cream Cheese has been trimming expenses as sales slowed.

By Paul Conley • May 2, 2014

Newman's Own enters Greek yogurt market

The company, which gives all profits to charity, is entering a highly competitive space.

By Paul Conley • April 30, 2014

Robert De Niro launches vodka brand

The actor teamed with Australia's Artisan Spirits Merchants to create the brand.

By Paul Conley • April 30, 2014

You say Umami, I say MSG: How the two are one and the same

While umami has been lauded as an exciting food trend, MSG continues to be shunned as a potentially harmful additive. Food Dive takes a look at the crucial link between the two. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • April 30, 2014

Kraft eliminates truck fleet, cuts 285 jobs

The change will be phased in over the course of the year and affect workers in 10 locations.

By Paul Conley • April 29, 2014

Counterfeit Sunkist oranges seized in Hong Kong

Officials say the seizures in Hong Kong are the first involving counterfeit fruit.

By Paul Conley • April 28, 2014

Amazon launches Prime Pantry home-delivery service

The dry-goods delivery service takes aim at big box discounters such as Costco and Sam's Club.

By Paul Conley • April 25, 2014

Chobani takes $750 million loan, eyes an IPO

The Greek-style yogurt maker will use the funds to expand overseas and add products.

By Paul Conley • April 24, 2014

Private-label combo: TreeHouse Foods buys Protenergy Natural Foods

TreeHouse will pay $150 million for Ontario, Canada-based Protenergy.

By Paul Conley • April 22, 2014

Federal regulators grant, then reverse, approval of powdered alcohol

The Web was abuzz yesterday with news that federal regulators had approved the controversial product. Now it's abuzz with news that regulators say it was all a mistake.

By Paul Conley • April 22, 2014

Supreme Court appears skeptical over Coke's label claims

In a case with major implications for truth in labeling, the high court had some hard questions for the beverage company.

By Paul Conley • April 22, 2014

Chobani expands beyond yogurt

The Greek yogurt company is moving beyond its roots and launching new products, including dips and oatmeal.

By Paul Conley • April 21, 2014

General Mills removes online legal policy

The food giant has retreated from claims posted on its website saying that certain online activities surrenders a consumer's right to sue.

By Paul Conley • April 21, 2014

General Mills to sell oatmeal for Keurig

The food company is packaging Nature Valley instant oatmeal into single-serving packets for use with Keurig brewers.

By Paul Conley • April 16, 2014

Calif. soda warning label bill passes first round

Given California's track record on this regard, it's a pretty good bet that the proposed bill will become law.

By Ariella Brown • April 13, 2014

Capri Sun introduces clear bottoms on its foil pouches

Capri Sun allows people to take a peek into the pouch so they can check the drink is mold free. 

By Ariella Brown • April 10, 2014

Listeria to be test case for decoding germ DNA

Disease detectives are using technology in a new program that decodes the DNA of potentially deadly bacteria and viruses.

By Ariella Brown • April 8, 2014

The FDA offers guidelines for labeling honey

It may be sweet as honey, but if the product contains other ingredients, the FDA says it should be called another name. 

By Ariella Brown • April 8, 2014

New design for coffee and tea brewing, sans machine

Quikstix is a biodegradable tube that delivers coffee or tea (and the cream and sugar) anywhere hot water is available. 

By Ariella Brown • April 8, 2014

Craft beers take off on more flights

Now airline passengers can enjoy their favorite brews on flights stocking cans of craft beer.

By Ariella Brown • April 2, 2014

New flavors and shape for Philadelphia cream cheese

Kraft has developed more natural recipes for its cream cheese, changing the shape of its containers in the process.

By Ariella Brown • April 1, 2014

Country-of-origin meat labels upheld by court

Meats will have to retain labels that let consumers know where the animals are sourced and processed. 

By Ariella Brown • March 31, 2014