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Sponsored by GS1 USHow to stay nimble through constant change? Traceability and good data
Better data and traceability have clear financial and strategic benefits. Once a company has the right data foundation, it can automate many different processes to help mitigate the impact of labor shortages.
Aug. 18, 2025 -
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Snickers maker Mars to use gene-editing in pursuit of stable chocolate supply
The candy giant is using Pairwise’s plant-breeding technology to improve cocoa production as climate challenges and disease send prices soaring.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 7, 2025 -
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TrendlineTop 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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Voluntary sustainable packaging goals are on the way out, Gartner says
Companies are aligning their sustainability strategies with emerging legislation, such as EPR laws, according to the consulting firm.
By Katie Pyzyk • July 28, 2025 -
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Mars unveils emissions reduction progress, launches $250M green investment fund
The confectionery giant has reduced its emissions by over 16% from a 2015 baseline, while scaling growth by 69% in the same time frame.
By Zoya Mirza • July 11, 2025 -
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Can chocolate substitutes step in as cocoa prices soar?
As Hershey and other confectionery giants continue to navigate higher costs, startups and ingredient suppliers are looking to scale alternative options to help manage the volatility.
By Leah Borts-Kuperman • July 3, 2025 -
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Q&AInside Mondelēz’s snacking investment playbook
A top executive talks about what the Oreo maker is looking for in potential startup targets and how the current economic environment is impacting its approach.
By Christopher Doering • July 1, 2025 -
Boxed Water to change packaging sustainability claims after watchdog report
The brand will tweak claims, including that it is “better than plastic,” following a review from a nonprofit that evaluates truth in advertising.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 20, 2025 -
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Nestlé’s coffee brand surpasses regenerative agriculture goal for 2025
Nescafé said it sourced close to a third of its beans from farmers using sustainable production methods.
By Zoya Mirza • June 18, 2025 -
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Q&A‘The world has changed’: PepsiCo CSO explains sustainability goal reset
The company isn’t backing away from sustainability, just changing its strategy, according to Chief Sustainability Officer Jim Andrew.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 9, 2025 -
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Nestlé, Mondelēz leave the US Plastics Pact
Several CPG companies appear to have recently exited the group, which is gearing up to pursue refreshed 2030 targets.
By Maria Rachal • June 2, 2025 -
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PepsiCo ditches some climate targets as it resets sustainability goals
The food and beverage giant said it is being more “pragmatic” about where it can deliver the most impact.
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Coca-Cola to update recycling labels following EU greenwashing complaint
The beverage company did not admit to wrongdoing, but said it will clarify claims about what portions of its bottles are made from recycled products.
By Zoya Mirza • May 14, 2025 -
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CPGs unlikely to hit 2025 recycled plastic goals, Ameripen analysis shows
Food companies in particular face substantial headwinds to improve packaging sustainability due to regulation and lack of supply.
By Maria Rachal • May 6, 2025 -
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Oatly looks to revive plant-based milk demand in US
The company is targeting Gen Z by playing up trends in health and sustainability while developing a deeper presence in coffee.
By Chris Casey • 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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Frugalpac paper wine bottles roll out in US with Target debut
Collective Good wines will be packaged in the fiber-based bottles via a collaboration between Latitude Wines and Monterey Wine Co.
By Katie Pyzyk • April 25, 2025 -
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Meat giant JBS gets SEC approval to list shares in US
Environmental groups and congressional lawmakers had pushed the agency to deny the company's request over its record on climate and corporate governance.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 24, 2025 -
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Mondelēz reports challenges in lowering virgin plastic
The snack foods manufacturer detailed gaps between its 2024 plastic trends and its 2025 targets in an annual report.
By Maria Rachal • April 23, 2025 -
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General Mills projects plastics decreases as product portfolio changes
Availability of food-grade PCR has remained a sticking point, the company suggested. However, it expects the divestiture of its North American yogurt business to decrease its use of flexible and rigid plastics going forward.
By Maria Rachal • April 17, 2025 -
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Coca-Cola’s plastic will surpass 9 billion pounds by end of decade: report
The beverage giant, which recently pared back some packaging goals, is facing criticism from green groups concerned about its environmental commitments.
By Chris Casey • March 28, 2025 -
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Fresh produce giant Fresh Del Monte strikes deal to enter high-value specialty ingredients
The purchase of a majority stake in avocado oil supplier Avolio also will help the fruit and vegetable giant boost margins and improve its sustainability efforts.
By Christopher Doering • March 26, 2025 -
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OpinionHow frozen foods can help fight climate change
Almost a third of food in the U.S. goes to waste, requiring more solutions to preserve shelf life.
By Stacey Snelling • March 25, 2025 -
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Bill Gates-backed startup commercially launches butter made from carbon
Savor says its dairy-and-plant-free alternative can replace animal fats and palm oil. It plans to work with CPG companies to advance ingredient innovation.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 20, 2025 -
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Sponsored by BAADER Food Systems USARedefining food processing for a sustainable future
BAADER revolutionizes food processing with innovative, sustainable solutions for quality and efficiency.
March 17, 2025 -
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Mars pledges $27M to slash dairy emissions
The confectionery giant is partnering with New Zealand-based dairy co-operative Fonterra to fund more sustainable farming practices.
By Kelly Stroh • March 6, 2025
