Packaging / Labeling

  • Cans of Campbell's Chunky Pabst Blue Ribbon soups.
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    Campbell’s and Pabst Blue Ribbon crack open beer-infused flavored soups

    The products, which will be sold under the Chunky line, come as more consumers eat meals at home.

    By • Aug. 19, 2025
  • A bottle of Oikos Fusion.
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    Courtesy of Danone
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    Danone launches Oikos yogurt drink aimed at GLP-1 users

    The product is viewed by the CPG giant as a “one-of-a-kind opportunity” to help consumers rebuild or maintain muscle they lose when taking weight loss drugs such as Ozempic.

    By • Aug. 11, 2025
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    Trendline

    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
  • Vital Proteins Collage & Protein shake
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    Leftovers: Vital Proteins launches ready-to-drink collagen shake | Danone wants to bring Activia to Gen Z

    The brand known for its drink mix-ins is launching its first protein shake, while a cocktail mix maker is bringing Bloody Marys to the ketchup aisle.

    By Food Dive staff • Aug. 8, 2025
  • A box of Kraft Mac & Cheese Pizza flavor
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    Courtesy of Kraft Heinz
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    Kraft Heinz delivers pizza mac and cheese | Hain Celestial expands wellness teas beyond bedtime

    The food giant is offering consumers in three iconic pizza cities an early taste, while Progresso grills up BBQ-inspired flavors for its latest soup launch.

    By Food Dive staff • Aug. 1, 2025
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    Chobani sued by Danone for allegedly copying cold brew packaging

    The food giant called Chobani's actions "the latest in a long line of efforts" to unfairly compete with the Stōk coffee owner.

    By • July 30, 2025
  • Bottles of Health-Ade
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    Courtesy of Health-Ade
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    Bolthouse Farms owner buys kombucha manufacturer Health-Ade for $500M

    Generous Brands is looking to create a powerhouse in the better-for-you beverage sector, which is dominated by brands such as Olipop and Poppi.

    By • July 29, 2025
  • Overhead view of rows of green plastic sparkling water bottles with purple screw caps, arranged in a symmetrical grid pattern and illuminated from below, creating a vibrant, glowing effect.
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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
  • Boxes of the diabetes drug Ozempic rest on a pharmacy counter.
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    Mario Tama via Getty Images
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    How GLP-1 weight loss drugs are reshaping the food industry

    The appetite-suppressing medications reduce consumption of processed and sugary foods, creating new risks and opportunities.

    By • July 24, 2025
  • A package of sparkling water.
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    Courtesy of Albertsons
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    Refrigerated goods, beverages lead private brand growth: report

    Private brands outpaced national ones not only in sales growth, but also in volume, per the Private Label Manufacturers Association.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 24, 2025
  • A bottle of Coca-Cola.
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    Coca-Cola to sell cane sugar version of its signature cola in US

    The announcement comes a week after President Donald Trump claimed he persuaded the beverage giant to replace high fructose corn syrup in its sodas.

    By • July 22, 2025
  • Prepared foods offering, including grain bowls and deli sandwiches packed in plastic to-go containers
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    Food industry pushes traceability rule changes amid Trump deregulation effort

    FMI is asking the administration for more flexibility on the Food Traceability Rule and to withdraw proposed front-of-pack nutrition label standards.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 21, 2025
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    Freepik

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    Sponsored by RDSolutions

    From blind spots to breakthroughs: Why CPG brands are rethinking shelf intelligence

    Are blind spots in shelf data costing you sales? Here’s what CPG leaders are doing differently.

    By Jacob Blondin • July 21, 2025
  • Snacking brands made by PepsiCo's Frito-Lay division on a grocery store shelf in Washington, D.C.
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    PepsiCo to launch Cheetos and Doritos versions without artificial colors, flavors

    The snacking and beverage giant also plans to rebrand Lay’s and Tostitos to highlight a simple ingredient list and a lack of synthetic additives.

    By • July 18, 2025
  • Package of My/Mochi sandwiches
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    Leftovers: Mochi maker scoops up ice cream sandwiches | General Mills mixes up cereal aisle with NFL wide receivers

    My/Mochi is capitalizing on Gen-Z's demand for multi-textural experiences, while Ben's Original looks to capture on-the-go consumers with portable rice cups.

    By Food Dive staff • July 18, 2025
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    Trump says Coca-Cola to use cane sugar in namesake beverage

    The soda giant stopped short of confirming the president’s claim, noting only that new innovations “will be shared soon.”

    By • July 17, 2025
  • A customer picks up a Snickers Bar in a supermarket August 18, 2005 in Sydney, Australia.
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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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    Courtesy of Mondelez International
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    Inside 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 • July 1, 2025
  • Boxes of Nissin's Kanzen Meal.
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    Courtesy of Nissin
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    Ramen maker Nissin launches frozen food brand for health-conscious consumers

    Kanzen Meal is positioned as a nutrient-dense option that can meet the needs of individuals taking GLP-1 weight loss medications.

    By • June 30, 2025
  • Several varieties of Jif peanut butter
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    Courtesy of J.M. Smucker
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    JM Smucker latest food maker to commit to removing artificial dyes

    The Uncrustables and Twinkie maker plans to remove synthetic colors from its consumer food products by the end of 2027.

    By • June 27, 2025
  • Conagra Brands' Healthy Choice meals at a Maryland Wegmans.
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    Christopher Doering/Food Dive
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    Conagra to remove artificial colors in frozen foods by the end of this year

    The Healthy Choice and Snack Pack maker said it aims to stop using synthetic dyes across its U.S. retail portfolio before 2028.

    By • June 25, 2025
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    Nestlé vows to eliminate use of synthetic colors in US by mid-2026

    The Hot Pockets maker joins General Mills and Kraft Heinz in pledging to remove artificial dyes from its portfolio amid pressure from the Trump administration.

    By • June 25, 2025
  • Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is seen sitting at a desk surrounded by men
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    Texas approves law requiring warning labels for food additives

    Industry experts note some naturally derived ingredients would also require disclosures, leading to consumer confusion.

    By • June 24, 2025
  • A grocery store aisle with multiple types of canned goods on sale
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    Grocers pressed to detail link between tariffs and food prices

    Sen. Maggie Hassan has asked Kroger, Walmart, Costco and others for information about how newly increased levies on imported steel and aluminum could affect canned goods and frozen meals.

    By Sam Silverstein • June 23, 2025
  • A can of Slice Soda
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    Deep Dive

    Back from the dead: Once discontinued brands get another chance

    Slice, Hydrox and Odwalla are back on the market several years after they left, often with modernized changes aimed at attracting new consumers without alienating nostalgic shoppers.

    By • June 23, 2025
  • Cartons of water with Boxed Water is Better branding are next to glass and plastic water bottles in a store cooler.
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    "Boxed Water is Better" by Nick Amoscato is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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    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