Food Industry
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Private Brands Surge in Clubs and Supermarkets
In the last 52 weeks, club stores and supermarkets significantly increased their private brand market share in both dollar and unit metrics.
Ocean Spray Names Former Nestlé Exec Abigail Buckwalter CEO
Ocean Spray, the 94-year-old cranberry cooperative owned by over 700 growers, has appointed former Nestlé executive Abigail Buckwalter as its new President and CEO, according to Just-food .
Nestlé USA opens $330M automated distribution center in California
Nestlé USA has poured over $330 million into a 700,000-square-foot distribution center in Arvin, California.
Connected Product Data Boosts Label Accuracy and Sustainability
A new security label, designed to cling to wood in harsh weather, now guarantees digital product data remains accessible from factory to recycling bin, solving a critical challenge for global supply c
Mars reaches 67.6% circular packaging, misses 2025 goals
Mars reported that 67.6% of its packaging was reusable, recyclable, or compostable by 2025, falling short of its own ambitious target for 100% circularity.
Food products with beef tallow ingredient reach $1.1B sales
Sales of food products containing beef tallow exploded to $1.
6 Sustainable & Ethically Sourced Food Brands You Need to Know
In 1988, Alara, a small cereal company, earned the first organic certification, pioneering an industry now projected to hit $2,052.
What Are Upcycled Food Ingredients and Their Environmental Benefits?
In 2022 alone, approximately 1.
Sustainable Food Demand Surges, Outpacing Expectations
US Foods' Serve Good® range, featuring responsibly sourced products, generated over $1 billion in annual revenue for the second consecutive year, according to Food & Beverage Outlook .
Top 9 Best Sustainable and Ethical Food Brands
Despite 70% of consumers preferring sustainable products, only 15% confidently identify genuinely ethical food brands, according to the NielsenIQ 2023 Consumer Report .
Consumers Pay More For Health: A New Food Industry Trend
In a review of 26 experiments, 88.
Tyson Foods promotes insider Wes Morris to chief operating officer
Tyson Foods has appointed Wes Morris as its new Chief Operating Officer, but he won't officially take the role until June 15, 2026 – nearly two years after the company's current CEO steps down.
HowGood and Sweep Partner to Track Food Agriculture Carbon Footprints
In California, the agricultural sector emits 32 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MMTCO2e) annually, with 70% directly from livestock, according to the Legislative Analyst's Office (LA
Ingredion agrees to acquire Tate & Lyle for a premium price
Tate & Lyle shareholders are poised to receive a 60% premium on their shares, valuing the company at 615p per share, as Ingredion finalizes its £2.
The Nutrient-Dense Grazing Shift: Consumer Snacking Habits in 2026
Despite a 45% consumer preference for 'nutrient-dense' snacks, the average 'healthy' snack bar still contains 15 grams of sugar, revealing a significant disconnect between consumer intent and product
What Is Ethical Sourcing in Food and Why Does It Matter?
In Türkiye, 87.4% of food packaging sustainability logos promote recycling, while less than 1% address organic production or animal welfare. This stark contrast reveals a significant disparity in how
Snickers Challenges Reese's in Peanut Butter Market
In a bold move for 2026, Snickers is offering a year's supply of its peanut butter candy to anyone named 'Reese' who pledges allegiance, directly challenging its long-time rival.
Hershey's S'mores Sales Soar Amidst Surging Consumer Demand
In 2025, consumers spent nearly $250 million on Hershey's branded chocolate specifically for s'mores, marking a 9% increase from the previous year, according to IndexBox and fooddive .
Nestlé buys out yfood, boosting its ready-to-drink meal portfolio
Nestlé just paid $523 million to fully acquire yfood Labs, a ready-to-drink meal brand that generated $174 million in sales last year.
What Are Functional Foods and Why Do They Matter for CPG Brands in 2026?
The global functional food market is set to nearly double in less than a decade, soaring from USD 249.
Barilla invests $170 million in New York facility expansion
Barilla, the global pasta giant, is pouring nearly $170 million into expanding its manufacturing facility in Avon, New York, adding 52,000 square feet to its plant.
J&J Snack Foods Plans Plant Consolidation, Revamps Distribution
By Q2 2026, J&J Snack Foods will have shuttered three production plants across Georgia, North Carolina, and California, a decisive move that is part of a nearly $100 million investment in its future o
IFF Sells Food Ingredients Business to CVC Capital Partners
International Flavors & Fragrances is offloading a business unit projected to hit $3.
Hidden Valley Ranch Dippers and Hot Pockets Snack Breaks Launch
Hidden Valley Ranch, a brand that sold $1.
What are sustainable sourcing practices in the food industry?
Sixty-six percent of consumers worldwide are prepared to pay a premium for sustainable goods, a clear signal of market demand for ethically produced food and beverage items.
Splenda owner Heartland buys Whole Earth Brands Americas
The makers of Splenda now control Equal, Whole Earth, Swerve, and Chuker, solidifying their dominance over the low-calorie sweetener aisle.
Food and beverage makers rethink investments amid modernization trends
In May 2025, manufacturing investments in the food and beverage sector hit a new low with just 48 projects announced, marking a profound shift in how the industry builds for the future.
How Co-manufacturers Can Say Yes to More Business
70% of co-manufacturers are turning down new business, citing insufficient production capacity or labor shortages.
Kraft Heinz launches Jell-O Simply line with less sugar, real fruit juice
Jell-O, long synonymous with vibrant, artificial colors, now launches a new line: 25% less sugar, real fruit juice.
Seaweed Snacks Surge, Challenging Big Brands in a $3 Billion Market
The U.S. seaweed snack market, a niche category that generated just USD 328.3 million in 2019, is projected to more than double to USD 770.3 million by 2027, signaling a quiet revolution in the snack