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Behind the croissant craze: Why baked goods shine even as snacking declines
Circana says consumers still want to indulge but are more mindful about what and how much they eat.
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Anheuser-Busch to invest $15M in flagship St Louis plant
The spending, part of a $300 million commitment from the beer giant, comes as the Trump administration pushes companies to expand manufacturing in the U.S.
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Conagra to invest in supply chain amid production revamp
The food maker embarked on an overhaul of chicken production in fiscal year 2025 following the shutdown of a facility due to product quality issues.
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Trump administration to explore limits on advertising unhealthy foods to kids
A leaked draft of a White House policy roadmap addressing chronic health reveals the potential for new regulation on children’s marketing.
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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.
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Tyson adjusts beef production in face of low supply, healthy demand
The meat processor has cut costs from its operation and slowed processing speeds to get the most from record-low cattle availability.
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FMI says it’s concerned about tariffs’ impacts on grocery prices
More than half of respondents to the trade group’s U.S. consumer trends survey for August said tariffs were their primary concern related to food costs.
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WK Kellogg signs legal agreement to remove artificial dyes from cereals
The deal with the Texas attorney general's office represents the first time a food company has gone beyond a voluntary commitment to phase out petroleum-based colors.
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Food companies consider switching from seed oils
Frozen brand Real Good Foods made one of the largest-scale commitments to use beef tallow as the ingredient gains more prominence.
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How umami flavors are taking the cocktail world by storm
Spirit makers and others in the alcohol sector are crafting new drinks that embrace consumer demand for savory and Asian-inspired flavors.
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ColumnLeftovers: Mountain Dew and Trolli link on candy, soda | Twinings splashes into refreshers
The brands are teaming up for a “boundary pushing” collaboration, while Guinness launches a beer flavored ice cream with Van Leeuwen.
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Mars to release Skittles and M&M’s without artificial dyes
The candy giant stopped short of pledging to transition its entire portfolio to natural colors, though said it will offer options under some of its biggest brands.
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Michelle Obama’s Plezi grows up to serve expanding beverage wellness market
After focusing on kids’ juices with less sugar and more nutrients, the company has turned to better-for-you sodas and sports drinks aimed at teens and adults.
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Bazooka chews up $48B confections space by turning candy into ‘edible entertainment’
The gum and Ring Pop maker is differentiating itself through innovations that encourage consumers to play with their food.
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Daring Foods acquired by one of Australia’s biggest plant-based meat producers
The purchase of the vegan chicken brand gives v2food a U.S. foothold as it looks to become a global plant-based leader through a partnership with Ajinomoto.
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Monster Energy executives aim to revitalize Thrifty Ice Cream
A holding company linked to Hilton Schlosberg and Rodney Sacks plans to bring the former Rite Aid-owned brand into new retailers and geographies.
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Why Coke and Pepsi think dirty soda is a win for restaurants
Consumer demand for premium, customizable beverages is pushing soda makers to add everything from dried fruit to flavored soft serve.
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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.
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Post Holdings elevates cereal, pet food exec to COO role
Nicolas Catoggio will assume the position when Jeff Zadoks steps down in January after nearly 14 years at the CPG maker.
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Q&AHow Mondelēz is modernizing Ritz as it turns to snacks to drive growth
The brand is looking to become a leader in the savory snack space through bold innovation and culturally-driven marketing, according to category president Steven Saenen.
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ColumnLeftovers: 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.
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Snickers maker Mars to use gene-editing in pursuit of stable chocolate supply
The candy giant is using Pairwise’s plant-breeding technology to improve cocoa production as climate challenges and disease send prices soaring.
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Albertsons outlines defense against growing ingredients costs
The grocery chain would consider alternate sourcing options if tariffs become unwieldy, its CEO said.
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Beyond Meat to cut 6% of its workforce as plant-based demand languishes
Revenue during its latest quarter plunged 20%, which the food maker blamed on a slowdown in U.S. retail and certain international foodservice markets.
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Ultra-processed foods make up more than half of Americans’ diet, CDC finds
Burgers, snacks and sweetened beverages remain the primary source of calorie consumption among U.S. adults and children, researchers found.
