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Leftovers: Claussen pickles jelly beans | King Arthur slices into baking mixes
Frankford Candy is bringing together pickles and jelly beans for Easter, and trendy New York City restaurant Carbone furthers its culinary presence with a line of Alfredo sauces.
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2024 Food trends: Embracing ‘Less is More’ for protein’s optimal role
To thrive in 2024’s climate of shorter grocery lists and smaller families, food businesses must adapt by embracing right-sized protein products, freezer-friendly packaging and appliances suitable for batching protein or meal-prepping for one.
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Marlboro maker Altria sells $2B stake in AB InBev
The sale is the latest headache for the alcohol manufacturer as it attempts to shake off a drop in beer consumption and fallout from a controversial 2023 marketing campaign with a transgender influencer.
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Keurig brewing up compostable K-Rounds as alternative to plastic coffee pods
The company is still in the process of testing the rounds and certifying them as compostable. Keurig also plans to launch a mail-back program for its polypropylene K-Cups, which are not going away.
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Impossible Foods has always claimed to bleed red, now its label will
The plant-based pioneer announced new packaging at Natural Products Expo West to attract more meat lovers to its burgers, sausages and chicken.
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Ingredion prioritizing texture, an ‘underappreciated and not well understood’ trait
CEO Jim Zallie said the ingredients giant is focusing more attention on the attribute that plays a pivotal role in determining a product’s mouthfeel, appearance, taste and enjoyability.
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The Weekly Sip: Pizza and beer in a can? | Kylie Jenner debuts canned cocktails
Nestlé is partnering with Voodoo Ranger on an IPA based on its Tombstone frozen pizza line, and Boston Beer aims to make a splash with another hard tea line following the success of its Twisted Tea.
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USDA organic rules are changing. Is the food industry ready?
The most significant change to organic certification is nearly here. But some experts worry that many food companies are unprepared.
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Campbell Soup a ‘compelling story’ after closing $2.7B Sovos deal
The deal, which closed Tuesday, broadens the CPG giant’s footprint in premium offerings and complements its core meals and beverage business which includes its namesake soup and V8.
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Michelle Obama’s Plezi Nutrition launches fizzy fruit drink aimed at tweens and teens
It’s the second product from the company co-founded by the former first lady that was created to find healthier alternatives for sugary beverages popular with children.
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Tyson to shutter Iowa pork plant, impacting more than 1,200 jobs
The facility will be the ninth to close since early 2023 as the Arkansas-based company deals with softening demand for meat and poultry.
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Fresh Del Monte brings petite pineapples to market in effort to avoid waste
The company’s latest offering, Precious Honeyglow, is available year-round nationwide through specialty foods distributor Melissa’s Produce.
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Jones Soda makes entry into alcohol
The craft soda brand is partnering with cider maker Rainmaker to take advantage of its existing distribution network of restaurants, bars and liquor stores.
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WK Kellogg focusing on cereal before turning to M&A, CEO says
Five months after being spun off, Gary Pilnick is upbeat that the Rice Krispies maker can modernize its business and improve its product offerings that for years were being “deprioritized” in favor of snacks.
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Liquid Death valued at $1.4B after latest funding round
The beverage maker, which is reportedly looking to go public this year, said the $67 million in new financing will be used to grow distribution and accelerate product innovation.
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Danone discontinues 2 plant-based milk options under its Silk and So Delicious brands
The decision to end production of Silk Nextmilk and So Delicious Wondermilk comes as sales in the alternative category fell in 2023 after four straight years of growth.
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Egg and chocolate prices could upend Easter: Wells Fargo
The banking giant said prices of the commodities will remain elevated through the holiday as producers deal with another year of bird flu and a harsh climate in cocoa-growing regions.
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Leftovers: Starburst explodes into sparkling water | Ritz scores spicy, sweet flavors for March Madness
The Mars candy is the inspiration for Sparkling Ice’s zero-sugar drink, and McCormick & Co.’s cult favorite brand Frank’s RedHot squeezes two sauce lineups into its portfolio.
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Food tech startup Yo Egg accelerates venture from lab to retail shelf
Known for its plant-based poached and sunnyside up eggs, the company has partnered with Whitestone Natural Foods for its first retail partnership in hopes of bringing the product to the East Coast.
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Post Holdings aims to bring Honey Bunches of Oats beyond the cereal aisle
The food manufacturer is working with a brand licensing firm to explore taking the breakfast staple into new categories such as snack bars, baked goods and ice cream.
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Haskap berries: The cold-hardy superfood
The berries have an “untapped market potential,” specifically in cold climates, according to experts.
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Biden administration looks to lower food prices by tackling concentration in the meat industry
The USDA finalized new standards under the Packers and Stockyards Act to crack down on deceptive contracts and retaliatory practices against livestock producers.
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The Weekly Sip: Alaska Airlines enters beer | Celsius refreshes C-suite
The airline launched an exclusive IPA crafted by Fremont Brewing for its passengers, and Angry Orchard debuted a lighter alternative to its signature hard cider ahead of spring break.
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Kraft Heinz enters plant-based meats with Oscar Mayer hotdogs and sausages
The CPG giant and its partner, NotCo, hope the offerings can shake up the alternative meat sector, which remains “underdeveloped and under-consumed" due to disappointing taste and texture with existing offerings.
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Hidden Valley Ranch and Cheez-It join forces for condiment collab
The dressing brand with a cult following is tapping the Kellanova-owned cracker for its new sauce designed for pairing with salty snacks.
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Campbell’s launches first limited-time soup flavor with grilled cheese and tomato
A spokesperson said the packaged food company tapped into an “ownable” flavor for its debut and expects to roll out additional temporary offerings in the future.