Fast-growing pantry staples brand SIMPLi is reinvigorating sleepy center-store categories and unlocking additional distribution in thousands of regional and independent grocers nationwide after growing nearly 500% year-over-year at Whole Foods Market...
One of dairy’s largest deals in years is expected to close in calendar 2025. Rabobank tells us how this and other potential major divestments and acquisitions could impact the bank’s Global Dairy Top 20.
Frozen foods increasingly serve as a vehicle for global flavors, driven by consumer demand for international cuisine while balancing affordability, nutrition and convenience.
Biotechnology company Helaina is taking the next step in its mission to transform nutrition with human equivalent bioactive proteins by bringing its flagship ingredient – effera Human Lactoferrin – to market in the coming quarter with the help of a $45...
Rebellyous Foods launched its much-anticipated Mock 2 plant-based meat production system with RMS Foods following delays of its launch in Dec. 2023 after plans with an initial co-manufacturer fell through.
The final installment of funding from the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) is expected to give independent US farmers and ranchers in rural communities a competitive advantage and lower grocery costs, according to USDA.
Losses have continued for Quorn and Cauldron parent company Marlow Foods as the vegetarian and vegan mycoprotein food major suffers the shocks of the relentless meat-alternative market slowdown.
A full spectrum of ‘cheeses’ can be made without cows, following the development of a casein that can self-assemble into micelles, the foundation for stretchy, protein-rich cheese alternatives.
Building a net zero, water secure future in food & beverage
Increasing water scarcity is prompting stakeholders across the food industry to rethink and reup their stewardship practices, and in doing so they not only are reinforcing supply chains and the health of the planet, but market research suggest they could...
Despite more optimism in the economy, consumers remain vigilant on grocery spending, scrutinizing the price of discretionary foods more and leveraging digital channels for discounts, according to marketing platform company Ibotta’s latest report on consumer...
As bread remains a staple in diets worldwide, the push to make it healthier is gaining momentum in the bakery industry. Could smarter formulations be the key to improving public health?
When PepsiCo recently surpassed its goal of 25% improvement in operational water-use efficiency from a 2015 baseline in regions facing high water risks two years ahead of schedule it was not because the company hit a lucky home run, according to Bryan...
As greenwashing leads to "greenhushing," consumers are focusing on sustainable food and beverage claims that tap into their sense of health and self-preservation, with air quality and water conservation attributes set to take off in the US,...
Reputation is everything to food and beverage brands. But what happens if a brand receives negative press? Does it lose customers? And can it get them back?
Food and drink investors remain cautious over which businesses to pump funds into on the back of a “challenging” market that’s remained stagnant following a steep decline, a banking expert tells FoodNavigator.
Kraft Heinz recently introduced a hands-free “snack dipper” device, which the food major says would solve the so-called problem of not being able to eat while gaming.
Zero-proof beverages are gaining market traction as health-conscious consumers moderate their alcohol consumption while many shoppers also seek out functional foods to combat stress and anxiety, market research company Circana shared in a recent webinar...
The Campbell Soup. Co predicts “outsized growth” from its diverse portfolio of iconic snacks, including Goldfish crackers which has grown exponentially in recent years, despite economic headwinds that threaten a slowdown in segment sales following a multi-year...
Low carbohydrate diets have long been lauded as the secret to weight loss. But are they lacking in essential nutrients and how can the food and beverage industry support adopters?
Dairy value sales will balloon to over $1tr in the next decade as the sector combats myriad issues by adopting emerging food technologies like precision fermentation and cellular agriculture.
Three months of supplementation with a prebiotic blend of inulin and oligofructose may significantly improve measures of frailty in the elderly, says a new double-blind, randomized, controlled trial with 200 people.
Coffee is not just for adults thanks to Kiid Coffee, a functional beverage mix designed to help children hit their daily recommended intake of iron, magnesium, calcium and other important nutrients, the brand's co-founder David Sanborn told FoodNavigator-USA...
Nature’s Fynd is expanding into the dairy-free yogurt category with its proprietary Fy Protein to deliver nutritious solutions that meet consumer demand for plant-based alternatives that deliver taste and texture without compromise.
Fabalish, maker of chickpea-forward snacks and condiments, leverages its self-manufacturing capabilities to explore new recipes and collaborations for plant-based options that cater to vegans, flexitarians and health-conscious consumers.
General Mills is on the hunt for bolt-on acquisitions of brands in the snack, pet and other categories where it already plays and where executives say it can capitalize on existing competitive advantages and “get a little synergy” following the recent...
NutraIngredients-USA is inviting early-stage active lifestyle brands to enter its "Start-up Stars" competition which will see three pioneering entrepreneurs gain industry notoriety at the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2025.
Food and beverage ecommerce sales are growing as in-store sales are softening, highlighting the strategic importance of digital shopping channels at a time when some executives are making technology cuts, as shared in a recent Circana webinar.
Design is often a multi-faceted strategy that balances creativity with constraints while artfully delivering a brand’s narrative to stand out on shelves, as demonstrated by Michael Cina, owner and creative director of Cina Associates, who employed design...
Gatorade released Hydration Boosters, an electrolyte drink mix line with a “heavier lifestyle lean” than its sports-focused products, as the brand evolves its portfolio to tap into more everyday occasions, Marissa Pines, senior marketing director for...
Tracking the return on investment (ROI) of pop-ups involves juggling multiple metrics, but food and beverages brands have a distinct advantage in leveraging sensory experiences to build lasting loyalty among consumers both in-person and digitally, experts...
milkadamia’s flat-pack oat milk, a format made from a proprietary 2-D printing process that takes oat paste and prints it out in sheets, has potential to cut down on packaging waste and carbon emissions due to lighter shipping weights, according to milkadamia’s...
Olive oil prices are spiralling out of control, leaving manufactures and consumers wondering how much higher they can possibly go. But how did the crisis start, where is it headed, and what’s next?
Carrot producer Bolthouse Fresh Foods has a new name, look and product lineup that celebrates the convenience and versatility of its star ingredient following the company’s split from the juice and salad dressing business with which it previously joined...
The number of small and medium-sized food and drink manufacturers bolstering their promotional giveaways to boost sales has rapidly increased – and it’s working – new data has suggested.
West African frozen meal and sauce brand Ayo Foods’ expanded from 200 retail doors to more than 20 retailers nationwide through a combination of cold calling and working with brokers to land shelf space.
Regenerative agriculture is emerging as a powerful marketing concept with recent research by ingredient supplier ADM revealing most consumers familiar with the tenets are more likely to trust and buy from brands that support the practice.
In a hotly-anticipated ‘elephant deal’, Häagen-Dazs owner General Mills has agreed to sell its US and Canada yogurt businesses, including brands Yoplait and Liberté.
Long gone are the days when salt and pepper were sufficient seasonings for most Americans – now US consumers want bold flavors that will take their tastebuds on a global adventure, giving rise to a new class of frozen meals, sauces, spice blends and even...
With more adventurous palates, consumers today are seeking a wide range of sweet and spicy flavors — and sometimes both — for their beverages, bringing more globally inspired tastes like Tajin, horchata and popular Asian fruit flavors like honeydew to...
CPG companies developing clean-label foods and beverages are turning to natural flavors over their artificial counterparts, while consumers might be overstating the importance of more natural additives.
Flavor exploration remains essential for consumers as they look for ways to manage their food budgets amid ongoing inflation, including by investing in herbs, spices and flavor blends that help them cook at home more and reinvent leftovers to reduce waste...
Sauces, condiments and spices are offering consumers convenient ways to experiment with global flavors at home, as the seasoning category becomes one of the fastest-growing in specialty foods, driven by the rise in home cooking and the demand for bold,...
Consumer interest in better-for-you and functional benefits have them reaching for products with flavors they associate with health benefits and nature, including florals, like lavender and rose, herbs such as basil, rosemary, dill and thyme, roots like...
