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  Ferrara to shutter Chicago plant, lay off more than 150 workers

  The closure, expected to occur in April 2027, comes as the Laffy Taffy and Jelly Belly maker assesses market conditions and its long-term innovation plans.

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  TikTok and YouTube fuel rise in junk food advertising to kids

  A study in JAMA Pediatrics claims to be the first in the U.S. to examine youth exposure to food marketing across digital media platforms.

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  US government aims to prevent cyberattacks on refrigeration systems

  In response to cyberattacks targeting supermarkets in Europe, the U.S. is urging businesses to implement measures to protect internet-linked systems.

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  McCormick and Unilever’s $45B food merger hits antitrust snag in UK

  A regulator ruled the tie-up could harm competition and is requiring the companies to address concerns or face a more in-depth investigation.

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  Just Ice Tea ups the caffeine with cold brew teas

  Awaken, which has caffeine levels equivalent to two espresso shots, is positioned as a more natural alternative to energy drinks.

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  General Mills streamlines business structure amid CEO change

  The Cheerios maker is reorganizing into three operating segments as it looks to enhance its focus and accelerate growth.

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  Mars to invest $1.4B in US manufacturing, operations in 2027

  The investment, the largest made by the M&Ms maker in a single year, will help grow its snacking portfolio following its $36 billion acquisition of Kellanova.

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  General Mills wants a bigger bite of $32B salty snack space

  The food giant is intensifying the flavors and adding new packaging options for Chex Mix and its other snacks, aiming to boost its 1% share of the category.

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  Stoli returns to US following bankruptcy

  The vodka and Kentucky Owl maker will expand its portfolio with at least five new items and explore domestic production of Stoli flavored vodkas.

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  Kraft Heinz adds Nordstrom CFO, ex-Kroger finance chief to board

  The appointments come as the Lunchables owner sells off its North American coffee business to pay down debt.

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  Poppi founders launch hydration brand

  Jetty is a line of electrolyte powders and ready-to-drink offerings that looks to stand out by targeting everyday consumers.

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  Utz names new CEO ahead of $2.9B go-private deal

  John Lindeman will become CEO, replacing Howard Friedman, who plans to step down after the pretzel and potato chip maker is acquired.

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  How to deliver clean labels in the age of ultraprocessed foods

  A lack of clear definitions creates challenges for food companies in meeting consumer expectations, according to Innova Market Insights and Ingredion.

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  Leftovers: General Mills dunks into Dunkin’ inspired cereal | Knorr takes pasta and rice dishes on the go

  The food giant and coffee chain put a new twist on Reese’s Puffs and other cereals, while Vita Coco targets the next generation of coconut water drinkers.

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  Hershey’s CEO highlights softness in c-store sales

  Kirk Tanner said during the company’s Q3 earnings call that the convenience channel is a particularly challenging one for the candy maker right now.

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  Celsius creates new business structure to accelerate energy drink growth

  The company will form dedicated divisions for Alani Nu, Rockstar Energy and its namesake brand as an activist investor calls for a leadership change. 

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  The problem with ‘GLP-1 friendly’ food labels

  As more companies design products for consumers on weight loss drugs, experts warn there are risks in treating these shoppers as “a monolith.”

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  Sazerac buys Oregon craft brewery to expand national spirits production

  The BuzzBallz owner acquired Full Sail Brewing, continuing its recent acquisition binge that led to new brands and manufacturing capacity.

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  Kraft Heinz to sell North American coffee business to private equity firm

  The food giant is offloading brands including Maxwell House and Sanka in a deal that values the segment at $650 million.

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  Grocery e-commerce and in-store sales head in opposite directions

  Online food and beverage sales rose more than 15% during the four weeks that ended Oct. 4, while physical store sales were down almost 3%, Circana said.

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  Mondelēz sues YouTuber’s Joyride candy brand for copying Sour Patch Kids

  The snacking giant said Sour Smacks’ designs and colors “cause confusion and unlawfully profit from the goodwill” of the popular gummy treat.

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  Celsius accused of ‘healthwashing’ in class action lawsuit

  A consumer lawsuit takes issue with the energy drink company’s assertions that the beverage “accelerates metabolism” and “burns body fat.”

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  Inside PepsiCo’s functional food strategy

  The CPG giant aims to let consumers personalize their health through a range of options from Doritos without artificial dyes to Propel with protein and fiber.

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  Anheuser-Busch CEO to depart

  Brendan Whitworth is exiting as head of AB InBev's North American business as the brewer works to halt sliding volumes and diversify beyond beer.

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  Mondelēz to acquire Undercover Snacks in expansion of better-for-you portfolio

  The addition of the quinoa crisps brand comes as CEO Dirk Van de Put says the Oreo maker's portfolio “needs to evolve towards healthier snacks.”

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