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

4 smarter product development tactics for a changing regulatory world

Learn how the right digital ally can help you stay ahead of shifting rules and rising expectations.

June 2, 2025

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Mergers and acquisitions

Declining sales and slowing consumption have more companies divesting brands, opening the door for smaller players and private equity firms to expand their portfolios.  

By Food Dive staff

Why brands should (and will!) continue to embrace the incredible, irreplaceable egg

Americans continue to demonstrate their unwavering preference for the nutritional benefits and authentic taste that only genuine eggs provide.

June 2, 2025

Dolly Parton launches frozen meals | Thomas’ packs protein into bagels

The country music icon is expanding her partnership with Conagra, while the breakfast staple giant looks to capitalize on the latest nutrition craze.

By Food Dive staff • May 30, 2025

Trump tariffs back in effect after appeals court pauses ruling

A lower court had struck down the majority of the president’s sweeping tariffs, saying the administration overstepped its authority.

By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 30, 2025

General Mills to cut jobs as part of multi-year restructuring plan

The Cheerios maker’s transformation initiative is expected to cost the cereal giant $130 million, with more than half of the total tied to severance expenses.

By Christopher Doering • May 29, 2025

Dole picks Del Monte exec as supply chain VP

Todd Stillwell has held various corporate positions focused on managing logistics networks, direct delivery fleets and third-party distribution.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 28, 2025

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.

By Katie Pyzyk , Sarah Zimmerman • May 27, 2025

Crisco owner B&G Foods sells tomato brands amid efforts to reshape portfolio

The New Jersey company has been on a selling spree in recent years to streamline its focus and reduce debt.

By Christopher Doering • May 27, 2025

Darling forms $1.5B collagen ingredients venture amid health and wellness boom

The company is positioning collagen as the next big functional ingredient in food, similar to protein or probiotics.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 22, 2025

Albertsons beefs up its private label offerings

Chef’s Counter, a new line of ready-to-cook marinated meats, features “adventurous flavors and globally inspired ingredients,” the supermarket chain said.

By Sam Silverstein • May 22, 2025

Kraft Heinz confirms $3B investment in US manufacturing

The ketchup maker is aiming to offset the impact of tariffs and weak consumer spending.

By Chris Casey • May 21, 2025

Food industry fights for SNAP as program faces massive cuts

The benefits program accounts for around 5% of all grocery purchases, according to FMI. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 21, 2025

Campbell’s V8 launches powdered energy drink mixes

The product gives the brand another way to reach consumers and a deeper presence in the $3 billion drink enhancers category.

By Christopher Doering • May 21, 2025

Kraft Heinz to explore ‘strategic transactions’ as sales decline

The ketchup and Jell-O maker did not provide details or a timetable for a decision in its announcement on Tuesday.

By Christopher Doering • May 20, 2025

Johnnie Walker owner Diageo teases selloffs amid tariff impact

The spirits producer, which denied reports it will divest Guinness earlier this year, said taxes on European imports could result in a $150 million hit to profits.

By Chris Casey • May 20, 2025

Inside Poppi’s push into gaming as prebiotic soda marketing bubbles up

PepsiCo this week finalized a $1.95 billion acquisition of the brand, which has used a “community- and culture-first approach” to marketing.

By Chris Kelly • May 20, 2025

Popping breath mints, chocolate with protein: 5 products showcase the future of snacking

Treats with health and nutritional benefits were front and center at the 2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo, where more than 1,000 exhibitors displayed innovations.

By Christopher Doering • May 20, 2025

Chobani buys plant-based food maker Daily Harvest

The acquisition broadens the dairy giant’s reach into ready-to-make meals that include smoothies, pasta and breakfast bowls.

By Christopher Doering • May 16, 2025

Grocery inflation begins to lose steam

Food-at-home prices in April saw the smallest month-over-month increase since 2020, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.

By Sam Silverstein • May 16, 2025

More food companies are reformulating amid push to remove artificial ingredients

Ingredients suppliers have reported booming sales as the industry looks to tap into consumer health trends and comply with demands from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 15, 2025

Breakfast cereal is in dire need of a makeover

As sales continue to erode, companies like General Mills and WK Kellogg want to revamp the category's image by tapping into health and wellness trends.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 15, 2025

Tariffs are slowing ‘what was an active M&A pipeline’ for Post Holdings

The Bob Evans and Fruity Pebbles owner is instead focused on smaller deals that increase capacity and potentially open the door to enter private label.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 14, 2025

MrBeast and Jack Link’s team up on jerky and meat sticks for kids

The beef snacks brand aims to grow its presence among Gen Z and Gen Alpha consumers by partnering with the YouTube star.

By Chris Casey • May 14, 2025

Utz holds financial guidance amid tariffs

The food manufacturer said it's largely insulated from the levies given its domestic production.

By Kate Magill • May 13, 2025