Over 130 countries sign COP28 pledge to integrate food into climate action

Notably absent from the list of signatories is India, which has said it will refuse to sign on to any agreement that could compromise food security.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 4, 2023

Biden steel tariffs could drive up canned goods prices, trade group says

The Consumer Brands Association also said the tax could result in the loss of tens of thousands of manufacturing jobs in the CPG food sector.

By Chris Casey • Dec. 1, 2023

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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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Food system transformation on the menu at COP28

Agriculture will be central to climate talks for the first time as the UN pushes nations to tackle farming's toll on the environment.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 29, 2023

Danone partners on $200M+ accelerator to reduce methane

The yogurt producer is the first corporate sponsor of the Global Methane Hub’s program, which will fund research for solutions that address livestock's effect on emissions.

By Chris Casey • Nov. 28, 2023

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

FTC crackdown could change influencer marketing for food and beverages

Warnings from the antitrust division over aspartame have the potential to make social media campaigns more cautious in how they communicate.

By Chris Casey • Nov. 27, 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

Snickers maker Mars to buy UK chocolatier for $665M

The purchase of Hotel Chocolat expands the confectionery giant’s presence in the region and increases its exposure to premium offerings.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 16, 2023

‘Startup nation’ at war: How Israel’s food tech sector is handling upheaval

The country has been a hotbed for the tech sector, especially for food, but the Israel-Hamas war has put employee engagement and product development initiatives on hold.

By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 1, 2023

California poultry processors face preliminary injunction for violating child labor laws

Children were working long hours on production lines at Exclusive Poultry and two other companies.

By Nathan Owens • Oct. 31, 2023

Sanderson Farms cleared in blockbuster price-fixing case

A unanimous jury decision exonerated the chicken company in one of the largest antitrust cases involving the poultry industry.

By Nathan Owens • Oct. 30, 2023

How to safely harness generative AI for productivity gains in food and beverage businesses

There’s a lot of promise for the technology, but it could cause more harm than good if it’s not implemented properly.

By Thor Olof Philogène • Oct. 25, 2023

Meat snack maker fined $140K, faced shipping restrictions for child labor violations

The U.S. Department of Labor is ramping up enforcement activity and putting employers "on notice" as it reports a significant rise in the number of children illegally working at facilities.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 13, 2023

California makes history as first state to ban food additives linked to disease

The state’s Food Safety Act takes effect in 2027 and will prohibit the sale of common ingredients in products like candy and soda.

By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 12, 2023

Guardians of the franchise: Safeguarding success in the competitive landscape

Since launching a new product offers only one chance at success, optimizing it to its fullest potential becomes crucial.

By Katie Fellows • Oct. 11, 2023

US pea protein producers undercut by cheap Chinese imports

Products made with the ingredient are growing in popularity, but domestic manufacturers are in “grave peril,” producer Puris claims.

By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 5, 2023

Nestlé vows to increase sales of healthier foods by 2030

The world’s largest food company said it wants to boost sales of better-for-you products by as much as $27.3 billion by the end of this decade, a 50% increase from 2022.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 29, 2023

How a government shutdown will impact food safety, nutrition

Unless Congress reaches a deal on spending before Sunday, programs and services overseen by the FDA and the USDA could end or be curtailed in the coming days and weeks.

By Chris Casey • Sept. 29, 2023

Consumers back diet colas from Coke, PepsiCo despite aspartame’s possible ties to cancer

Since May, consumption intent for top brands in the category grew by 2%, outpacing regular sodas, according to a HundredX survey.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 21, 2023

Dairy industry teams with cybersecurity group to beef up defenses

As cyber crimes become more prevalent, the International Dairy Foods Association joins other food companies in efforts to share information and bolster protections.

By Nathan Owens • Sept. 19, 2023

What Biden’s cannabis rescheduling review could mean for food and beverage

Analysts said the administration’s recommended update will not spur greater availability of items, even as demand for the products continues to grow.

By Chris Casey • Sept. 12, 2023

Danone joins corporate alliance to turn food waste into renewable energy

The dairy giant and other industry leaders are partnering with Vanguard Renewables to mitigate climate impacts by using anaerobic digesters on dairy farms.

By Nathan Owens • Sept. 11, 2023

Cargill exec named IFT board president

Sean Leighton will assume the position as the organization deals with safety issues around items such as cultivated meat and alternative proteins.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 6, 2023

FDA names former environmental official as top food regulator

James Jones, the agency’s first deputy commissioner for human foods, will set and advance priorities related to safety and innovation.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 23, 2023