Keurig Dr Pepper picks JDE Peet’s CEO to helm coffee spinoff

Rafael Oliveira will lead the newly created Global Coffee Co. once it separates from the beverage giant.

By Laurel Deppen • April 1, 2026

Unilever to combine food business with McCormick in $45B deal

The transaction creates a global spice and condiments giant with a portfolio that includes Hellmann's mayonnaise and Frank's RedHot sauce.

By Sarah Zimmerman • March 31, 2026

Unilever taps influencer agency for food business as potential spinoff looms

Samy is tasked with developing a global influencer strategy for the CPG giant’s food business, which Unilever is in talks to sell to McCormick & Co.

By Chris Kelly • March 26, 2026

Chobani invests $567M in La Colombe plant expansion

The food and beverage giant has announced manufacturing projects totaling more than $2 billion in the last year to meet growing demand for its coffee, creamer and yogurt brands.

By Christopher Doering • March 24, 2026

Danone to buy protein and fiber food maker Huel

The Oikos parent is purchasing the powders and ready-to-drink beverage producer for a reported $1.2 billion, enhancing its presence in functional and complete nutrition.

By Christopher Doering • March 23, 2026

Unilever in talks to sell food business to McCormick

The deal would be the largest in the flavor giant’s history and create a condiment portfolio that includes Frank’s RedHot and Hellmann’s.

By Christopher Doering • March 20, 2026

After funding collapse, what’s next for food startups?

Despite changes in the investment landscape, startups remain “critical” for big food companies to remain competitive, according to Cargill and PepsiCo.

By Sarah Zimmerman • March 20, 2026

Hershey combines salty, sweets units to accelerate growth

The Reese’s maker also announced several leadership changes, including expanding the oversight of sweets head Andrew Archambault to include the full U.S. portfolio.

By Christopher Doering • March 19, 2026

General Mills to sell Brazil business for $153M as it sharpens focus

The divestiture marks the latest move by the Cheerios maker to improve margins and reposition its business for growth amid a challenging environment.

By Christopher Doering • March 18, 2026

Ingredion leverages AI to advance ingredient discovery

New partnerships with Shiru and Holobiome reflect how the supplier is working to accelerate innovations that support gut health or provide other benefits.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated March 18, 2026

General Mills revives taco shell maker La Tiara

The food manufacturer is bringing back and expanding the regional brand, which disappeared from shelves after its previous owner went out of business.

By Laurel Deppen • March 17, 2026

An ‘everyday choice’: Celsius surges as energy drinks become ‘mainstream’

CEO John Fieldly said more consumers are turning to the beverages as a companion to meals, an alcohol alternative and even when taking GLP-1s.

By Christopher Doering • March 16, 2026

French fry maker Lamb Weston urged to double cost cuts by activist investor

Starboard says the company needs to do more to “catch up” to its peers, such as Tyson and Hormel.

By Sarah Zimmerman • March 10, 2026

Hi-Chew owner to buy My/Mochi ice cream

The deal enables Tokyo-based Morinaga to expand its presence in U.S. snacking through the fast-growing frozen treats category.

By Sarah Zimmerman • March 9, 2026

Shock Top owner Tilray buys craft brewer BrewDog for $44M

The purchase of the struggling UK beer brand is set to grow the alcohol and cannabis company’s global beverage revenue to $500 million annually.

By Christopher Doering • March 4, 2026

Mondelēz CEO says M&A is harder as acquisition targets become ‘too expensive’

The Oreo maker's top executive said high valuations mean "it's not really worth" making deals unless a brand can offer a "unique competitive advantage."

By Christopher Doering • March 3, 2026

B&G Foods sells Green Giant frozen line

The deal with Seneca Foods will bring the brand's canned and frozen businesses back under one roof.

By Christopher Doering • March 2, 2026

The measurement gap: 4 costly myths hindering experiential and sampling ROI

Each year, food brands pour small fortunes into experiential marketing programs that leadership can’t confidently defend.

Feb. 23, 2026

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.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 20, 2026

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.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 19, 2026

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.”

By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 19, 2026

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.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 13, 2026

Marzetti buys Japanese barbecue sauce brand for $400M

The purchase of Bachan’s expands the dip and dressing maker’s presence in the sauces and taps into better-for-you and global flavor consumer trends.

By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 10, 2026

Plant-based food maker SunOpta sold for $1.1B

Dutch beverage giant Refresco is buying the producer as it expands into the better-for-you category.

By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 9, 2026

Behind Hershey’s ‘big bet’ on salty snacks

The Reese’s maker is building a formidable portfolio centered on pretzels, popcorn and other offerings that touch on the latest consumer trends.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 9, 2026