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Sponsored by O-I GlassWhy conscious consumers are choosing glass
Three reasons why glass packaging is the clear choice for shoppers.
Sept. 9, 2024 -
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Keurig Dr Pepper inks sales and distribution deal for Black Rifle Energy Drinks
The new beverage line is expected to launch in the fourth quarter and be available nationwide in early 2025. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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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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Impossible Foods and Motif FoodWorks dismiss long-standing legal battle
The drawn-out saga between the companies over the use of heme proteins has come to a close after two and a half years.
By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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Deep DiveGum manufacturers turn to innovation to keep sales from popping
With demand falling from its 2011 peak, Hershey, Mars Wrigley and other companies are turning to unique flavors, ingredients and formats to boost consumption.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Bisquick heads to the fair | Welch’s goes sugar free
The General Mills-owned brand is partnering with Kid Cudi on a funnel cake mix, and Thomas’ English muffins is bringing back its beloved pumpkin spice offerings.
By Food Dive Staff • Aug. 30, 2024 -
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Coca-Cola chided by green group for lack of progress on reusable packaging
Oceana said the CPG giant is falling behind in meeting its 2030 goal of having at least 25% of its beverage sales coming from reusable containers.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 29, 2024 -
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Harken Sweets brings more superfood candy bars to the public in big retail push
Katie Lefkowitz, a former Caulipower executive, started the better-for-you confection company after a medical diagnosis.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 27, 2024 -
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Unilever spices up Hellmann’s with flavored mayo
The brand, with more than $2 billion in global sales, has introduced new flavor options like Chipotle and Garlic Aioli to attract younger consumers and increase usage occasions for the condiment.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Consumers still reaching for ‘feel good’ products: Whole Foods exec
Even though consumers are wary of food price fluctuations, premium products are still the most desired.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Can canned food outlast competition from flexible plastic alternatives?
With consumers feeling squeezed by inflation, food companies like Bush’s Beans and suppliers such as Sonoco see cans as a reliable space to grow in while also meeting sustainability goals.
By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Packaging innovations: Twinings gets canned, Black Cow’s udderly different vodka packaging
In other news, Sensei Farms ditches its plastic clamshells.
By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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Chemical found in rocket fuel detected in fruits, dairy and meat: Consumer Reports
The group said while perchlorate was detected in measurable levels in two-thirds of nearly 200 samples, it was not “acutely dangerous” and didn’t exceed EPA guidelines.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 7, 2024 -
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Lawsuits accuse General Mills’ Cocoa Puffs of having high levels of lead
In a pair of class action lawsuits from California and Minnesota, plaintiffs are seeking $5 million in damages from the company.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 6, 2024 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Graza olive oil goes mini | Startup snack turns pasta into puffs
The viral brand is partnering with Little Spoon on a variety aimed at babies and toddlers; and Birch Benders flips into Filipino ingredient ube for purple pancakes.
By Food Dive staff • Aug. 2, 2024 -
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Why Mela saw untapped potential with Gen Z in watermelon drinks
The upstart brand’s CEO said it hopes to ride the wave of unique beverages adjacent to the alcohol category with its zero-proof Watermelon Water.
By Chris Casey • July 29, 2024 -
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Meati Foods new CCO, CEO look to avoid plant-based pitfalls
The mycelium-based meat maker is looking to go back to its roots and nail down its messaging in a burgeoning category.
By Elizabeth Flood • July 25, 2024 -
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Califia Farms acquires Uproot in bid toward its goal of more sustainable packaging
The deal will help the plant-based milk maker provide products to consumers at more food service locations.
By Elizabeth Flood • July 24, 2024 -
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Food and beverage innovation plunges nearly 50% since 2007: Mintel
The market research firm said about a quarter of items introduced between January and May of 2024 were genuinely new products.
By Christopher Doering • July 23, 2024 -
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How a candy lover is bringing discontinued sweets back from the dead
Ellia Kassoff has reintroduced once-popular brands like Wacky Wafers and Hydrox cookies after claiming “corporate mismanagement” caused them to be discontinued.
By Christopher Doering • July 22, 2024 -
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Kraft Heinz’s Ore-Ida chills out with ice cream pops
The frozen potato brand and GoodPop partner to create a treat inspired by a favorite summer pastime of dipping French fries in a milkshake.
By Christopher Doering • July 17, 2024 -
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Ferrero’s Famous Amos returns to its original recipe after brand overhaul fails to resonate
The snack maker is altering the nearly 50-year-old cookie’s ingredients list again, redesigning the packaging and lowering the price.
By Christopher Doering • July 17, 2024 -
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PepsiCo CEO sees lower prices across parts of its snacking portfolio
Ramon Laguarta said some of its products, such as unsalted potato or tortilla chips, need a “value reset” as inflation and higher borrowing costs weigh on U.S. consumers.
By Christopher Doering • July 15, 2024 -
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Deep DiveConfection giants find gummy sales anything but soft
The squishy treats provide Hershey, Ferrara and Mars Wrigley with opportunities to boost sales of well-known brands while offering them a nearly unlimited canvas for innovation.
By Christopher Doering • July 9, 2024 -
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FDA bans use of BVO in all food and beverages
The decision comes after a series of studies with the NIH found the ingredient to have adverse health effects.
By Elizabeth Flood • July 8, 2024 -
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New product launches a ‘priority’ for McCormick & Co., CEO says
Brendan Foley said innovation contributed to improved volumes during its most recent quarter while noting that the pipeline for products for the rest of the year “remains robust.”
By Christopher Doering • July 1, 2024
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