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OpinionThe snacks we grew up with are at risk of disappearing from shelves – if they haven’t already
Beloved products trusted for generations are now facing a crisis as rising costs, shifting purchasing patterns and regulatory scrutiny pressure legacy brands, writes Keren Novak of Curion.
By Keren Novack • May 5, 2025 -
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Why HowGood thinks food industry climate goals will withstand Trump rollback
The emissions tracking platform said companies are still looking for new ESG tools, even as regulatory pressures shift.
By Chris Casey • May 1, 2025 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Food Dive
Check out a selection of articles about some of the biggest trends and news — from McCormick’s reformulation strategy to the impact of GLP-1s — shaping the food industry in 2026.
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USDA withdraws plan to limit salmonella in raw poultry
The department is repealing the food safety measure in response to concerns from chicken and turkey producers that it would be too costly to implement.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 29, 2025 -
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FDA asks food industry to phase out artificial dyes
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants companies to voluntarily remove or replace commonly used synthetic colors before the end of 2026.
By Sarah Zimmerman , Christopher Doering • April 22, 2025 -
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FDA budget cut proposal puts states in charge of routine food inspections
A draft spending document includes language eliminating FDA’s “direct role” in routine assessments of farms and food facilities, which is meant to prevent outbreaks of foodborne illness.
By Elise Reuter , Sarah Zimmerman • April 21, 2025 -
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Food industry bristles as states move to ban soda, candy from SNAP
Purchasing restrictions on food assistance benefits have gained steam under the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, but most experts agree they're unlikely to improve health outcomes.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 17, 2025 -
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Consumer sentiment plummets amid trade war
Inflation expectations surged to the highest level since 1981 as anxiety mounts over escalating tariffs, the University of Michigan found in a survey.
By Jim Tyson • April 15, 2025 -
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Constellation says Trump’s immigration crackdown is hurting sales of Modelo, Corona
Deportation threats and the potential of job losses have led to decreased spending among Hispanic consumers who make up half of the company’s beer sales.
By Chris Casey • Updated April 15, 2025 -
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Food manufacturers look to stay agile amid tariff uncertainty
Supply chain leaders from Del Monte Foods and McCormick & Co. said they are making supplier adjustments and contingency plans to weather the storm.
By Nathan Owens • April 11, 2025 -
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MycoTechnology’s honey truffle sweetener receives GRAS approval
The mushroom-based ingredients maker said its latest product can amplify caramel and citrus flavors while masking undesirable ones.
By Chris Casey • April 10, 2025 -
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Trump pauses most tariffs for 90 days
Most countries will be subject to a 10% baseline tax in the interim, prompting the E.U. to halt retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. in response.
By Phil Neuffer • April 10, 2025 -
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Tariffs are the latest test of beleaguered US consumers
Before the expansive levies were announced, spending power was already weakened by high prices and rising debt, analysts say.
By Daphne Howland • April 9, 2025 -
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Trump unveils sweeping tariffs, sparking further turmoil in food
A 10% duty on imports and reciprocal levies on 60 countries will raise consumer costs and “unintentionally harm iconic American manufacturers,” according to the Consumer Brands Association.
By Phil Neuffer • April 3, 2025 -
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Constellation Brands beer executive exits amid tariff uncertainty
Bill Renspie’s departure after more than two decades comes as the Corona brewer faces pressure following a tax on Mexican imports levied by the White House.
By Chris Casey • March 24, 2025 -
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Trump admin delays traceability rule to contain foodborne illness outbreaks
The 30-month pause comes as major companies have grappled with E. Coli and listeria contamination within their supply chains.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 24, 2025 -
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Sponsored by GS1 USDream team assemble: Working together to comply with FSMA Rule 204
Upgrading systems and collaborating to comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Rule 204 will be a long, complicated process. Learn how leaders are preparing.
March 24, 2025 -
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Consumers worry tariffs will hit grocery prices the hardest: report
New findings from Intuit Credit Karma show half of U.S. consumers have changed their spending habits in anticipation of tariffs, led by Gen Z and millennial shoppers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 20, 2025 -
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Ben & Jerry’s says CEO fired by Unilever over social activism
The ice cream maker alleged the CPG giant has “repeatedly threatened” the ice cream’s personnel if they failed to “silence” their outspokenness.
By Christopher Doering • March 19, 2025 -
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Escalating trade war heightens risks for alcohol industry
Tariffs and retaliatory backlash not only limit the market for U.S. spirits producers abroad, but also present challenges to companies whose portfolios depend on imported brews.
By Chris Casey • March 19, 2025 -
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Trump admin looks to allow meat processers to permanently run faster line speeds
Pork and poultry companies have pushed for plants to operate faster, with critics warning of potential food safety concerns and risks to workers.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 19, 2025 -
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RFK Jr wants to close a ‘loophole’ in food additive regulation
The Health and Human Services Secretary directed the FDA to consider eliminating a pathway that allowed companies to "self-affirm" whether their ingredients are safe for consumption.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 13, 2025 -
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Food manufacturers seek tariff exemptions from White House for some imports
The Consumer Brands Association, which represents PepsiCo, Conagra and Mondelēz, said ingredients such as cocoa, coffee and certain spices aren’t produced in the U.S.
By Christopher Doering • March 13, 2025 -
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Trump threatens 200% tariffs on European wine and spirits
The president vowed to implement the new duties if the European Union doesn’t walk back its retaliatory actions against U.S. whiskey.
By Phil Neuffer • March 13, 2025 -
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EU retaliates against US steel, aluminum tariffs
The European Commission announced the reinstatement of 2018-era tariffs on bourbon, orange juice and peanut butter, adding that additional taxes on food products could be coming in mid-April.
By Max Garland • March 12, 2025 -
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What 6 food and beverage companies are saying about tariffs
CEOs of General Mills, Tyson Foods and Coca-Cola are among companies warning of an impact to their bottom line, with some predicting price increases from a prolonged trade war.
By Sarah Zimmerman , Christopher Doering • March 11, 2025
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