US dairy Dean Foods stays quiet on chairman's sudden departure
US dairy giant Dean Foods has refused to be drawn on the reasons for the sudden departure of its chairman, Tom C Davis.
Archives for August 10, 2015
Even low sugar intakes carry risk of caries, finds review
Even low intakes of free sugars can lead to an increased risk of tooth decay and dental caries - a finding that re-emphasises the importance cutting dietary sugar intakes, say researchers.
IRI research gives insight into how to market to Millennials, characterized as world's first 'digital natives'
Millennials are the first generation that has been switched on since birth. So while that means they are more sophisticated digitally, they are also more opinionated, too, something that marketers must keep in mind, according to research firm IRI.
New CEO looks to generate 'aggressive, run-rate cost savings of $1.5bn by the end of 2017'
Heinz has slashed almost a quarter of its workforce since April 2013, SEC filings reveal
Heinz has slashed just under one quarter (23.8%*) of its workforce since April 2013 as part of a ‘restructuring and productivity’ drive at the ketchup giant, which was acquired by private equity firms 3G and Berkshire Hathaway in June 2013, and tied the...
Snacks now comprise 50% of all eating occasions
Eating alone, continuous snacking and the slow death of the primary shopper: 10 things you need to know about the changing American consumer
American households - and eating habits - are changing, and food marketers need to catch up, says the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) in its 2015 US Grocery Shopper Trends report. Here are 10 things that caught our eye...
Ackman investment in Mondelēz: ‘Maybe this is the shake up it needs,’ says innovation expert
Activist-investor William Ackman’s 7.5% stake in Mondelēz International should inject life into a sweet and snack major that has been struggling for the past two years, says the innovation head at Mintel.
Alternative proteins, delivery tech dominate M&A activity; supplements trail off
The Nutrition Capital Network reports that mergers and acquisitions activity in branded natural and organic food & beverage companies is on a record-setting pace for 2015. In addition, NCN reports rapid growth in financings in the emerging world of what...
In-store promotions help retailers, brands retain sales when desired products are out-of-stock
Proactive marketing strategies, such as cross-promotions and strategic shelving, by food manufacturers and retailers can reduce the risk of lost sales when consumers are faced with an out-of-stock product on their grocery list.