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What BodyArmor’s NCAA deal means for Coca-Cola’s hydration portfolio
CMO Tom Gargiulo explains how the sport drink’s refreshed “Choose Better” campaign will be activated around the March Madness tournament.
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PepsiCo to shutter California Frito-Lay warehouse
The Rancho Cucamonga facility is the latest closure by the Cheetos maker and will result in 248 layoffs.
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Barefoot wine owner to close winery, lay off 93 workers across business
E & J Gallo Winery is downsizing as the alcohol category remains challenged by an aging consumer base and declining consumption.
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Kim Kardashian becomes co-founder of better-for-you energy drink brand Update
The beverage is made with paraxanthine, which offers a similar boost to caffeine but without the crash.
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Wealthier shoppers are driving grocery spending, data shows
Higher-income shoppers tend to purchase more fresh foods while people with less money often direct their dollars toward shelf-stable products, according to NielsenIQ findings shared by FMI.
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Topo Chico mineral water temporarily unavailable in US
Coca-Cola said it paused production for facility upgrades, and it aims to have the drink back on shelves later this year.
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Dippin’ Dots parent says MAHA, GLP-1 trends aren’t melting demand for indulgent treats
J&J Snack Foods’ CEO said the Icee owner is benefiting from a close association with experiences such as movies, theme parks and sporting events.
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Food, beverage companies lagging on addressing forced labor risks: report
Despite widespread commitments, companies rarely implement the transparency and labor practices needed to address the issue, a study backed by the Business and Human Rights Centre found.
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PepsiCo’s first creator-led product launch reimagines chips for Gen Z
The CPG giant teamed with Madison Beer, iShowSpeed and Dude Perfect on products meant to shrink the distance between creators, culture and checkout.
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Nestlé to sell off remainder of ice cream business
CEO Philipp Navratil called the segment "a distraction" as the company looks to slim down its portfolio and focus on its biggest brand opportunities.
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Campbell’s shakes up snack leadership
Mohit Anand joins the Goldfish and Kettle Brand chips maker from Kellanova to help drive long-term growth.
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ColumnLeftovers: Uncrustables become fridge friendly | Keurig Dr Pepper leans into dirty soda
The Smucker-owned brand is making its handheld sandwiches even more convenient, while Surfside rides the wave of berry flavor launches with its latest vodka tea.
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Food giants cast a sour mood on consumer spending in 2026
Top CPG executives said shoppers haven't returned at the rates they expected, prompting some companies to roll back prices and prioritize innovation to rejuvenate growth.
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FDA to review ultraprocessed ingredients, but regulation unlikely
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the agency would “act on” a high-profile petition to reassess safety of commonly used additives, including high fructose corn syrup.
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Hormel to sell off Thanksgiving turkey assets
The Jennie-O owner is divesting its whole bird business to Life-Science Innovations as it focuses more on deli meat and value-added products.
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Hemp THC beverage sales light up ahead of looming ban
Brands like Cann saw double-digit percentage growth in the months after regulators announced a crackdown on the buzzy drinks.
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Craft brewer Tilray inks licensing agreement for Carlsberg beer in the US
The Shock Top's owner is leaning into premium and imported brews, with its CEO saying beer “is here to stay.”
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Kraft Heinz replaces North American president with Kellanova exec
Nicolas Amaya joins as new CEO Steve Cahillane taps a familiar face to return the ketchup and Lunchables maker to profitable growth.
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Familiar faces: Why food and beverage companies are bringing back former CEOs
Boston Beer, Simply Good Foods and Hormel are turning to executives with a proven track record of success — providing stability during a volatile time for the industry.
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General Mills is ‘innovating how we innovate’ with AI
The company is renovating its portfolio with new product launches to meet consumer demand.
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Smithfield to build $1.3B pork processing plant
The facility, which will also produce packaged meats, will replace a more than 100-year-old plant in South Dakota and provide “significant efficiency gains.”
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Wonder bread maker taking ‘comprehensive review’ of business amid slump
Flowers Foods’ executives said the multiyear assessment could include plant closures or the sale of some brands.
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PepsiCo’s CMO on how its Super Bowl strategy informs 2026 growth plans
Chief Consumer and Marketing Officer Jane Wakely explains how efforts by Lay’s, Pepsi Zero Sugar and Poppi extend beyond the big game.
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Constellation Brands taps former Suntory exec as CEO
Nicholas Fink, who has served on Constellation’s board, takes the top spot in April.
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Texas law requiring warning labels on snack foods temporarily blocked
A judge sided with the food and beverage industry's arguments that the disclosures violated the First Amendment, a setback for the “Make America Healthy Again” movement.
