Corporate Operations
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Cal-Maine buys egg producer for $110M to grow presence in the Northeast
The purchase of ISE America expands the company’s dominant position in the protein with the addition of nearly 5 million egg-laying hens to its portfolio.
By Chris Casey • July 1, 2024 -
Why Kellanova sees Pringles as its gateway to snacking domination
The snacking giant is betting on its ability to grow the chip offering into a $4 billion brand through a diverse array of flavors and formats.
By Chris Casey • July 1, 2024 -
Trendline
Mergers and acquisitions
While the days of transformational megadeals in the food and beverage sector have subsided, the value of M&A hasn’t lost its importance for many executives.
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Cannabis producer Tilray debuts nonalcoholic beer Runner’s High
Despite having its roots in marijuana, the Canadian company is diversifying its revenue stream by entering the trendy category.
By Chris Casey • June 28, 2024 -
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Leftovers: Cheez-It joins forces with Hidden Valley Ranch | Kellogg, Crumbl bring cookies to cereal
The fan-favorite salad dressing and the classic cracker collaboration will hit shelves in July. In other news, Drumstick meets Slurpee in an ice cream cone at 7-Eleven stores.
By Food Detective staff • June 28, 2024 -
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The Weekly Sip: Lionel Messi enters hydration drinks game | NFL’s Gronkowski invests in Casa Azul
In other beverage news, a newly launched tequila brand aims to blend Mexican and Indian culture.
By Food Detective staff • June 27, 2024 -
Emma Watson brings premium gin brand to the US
The Harry Potter actress and her brother are expanding distribution for their spirit as consumers demand more higher-end options of the popular alcohol.
By Chris Casey • June 27, 2024 -
Why Perdue Farms isn’t giving up on ‘no antibiotics ever’ chicken
The poultry giant outlines why it's still committed to the label as Tyson Foods and restaurant chains like Chick-fil-A withdraw their policies.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 27, 2024 -
Why Lifeway’s CEO believes dairy is driving gut health boom
Julie Smolyansky said the kefir and cultured cheese manufacturer reported record sales in 2023 due to the probiotics and nutritional benefits of its products.
By Chris Casey • June 26, 2024 -
1 year later: Strides and hiccups for the cultivated meat industry
Two chicken products were approved for sale in the U.S. last June but factory-grown meat products are still facing headwinds like access to capital.
By Elizabeth Flood • June 26, 2024 -
Q&A
Mondelēz, Ahold Delhaize CEOs discuss how businesses can be better stewards of the planet
Dirk Van de Put and Frans Muller are co-chairs of The Consumer Goods Forum, a group of nearly 400 global companies taking on issues such as deforestation, human rights and food waste.
By Christopher Doering • June 25, 2024 -
Godiva owner poised to top $1B in US sales with a slimmed-down portfolio
A Pladis executive says the company has rapidly grown sales through the ultra-premium chocolate and other brands, such as Turtles and Flipz, by being “more comfortable with risk” than its competitors.
By Christopher Doering • June 24, 2024 -
Nestlé introduces sustainably sourced chocolate brand
The confectionery offering, which uses cocoa certified by the Rainforest Alliance, will be available in airports around the world.
By Christopher Doering • June 24, 2024 -
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Leftovers: Campbell’s brings the heat with new soups | Pilgrim’s pulls out all the stops for chicken snacks
The new soup offerings follow rising demand for spicy flavors, and Premier Protein muscles into breakfast with pancake and waffle mixes.
By Food Detective staff • June 21, 2024 -
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The Weekly Sip: Jason and Travis Kelce join Garage Beer | DavidsTea brings a spark to RTD drinks
The NFL stars have become co-owners of the Ohio-based light beer, and New Jersey’s Asbury Park Brewery is using AI to create its latest offering.
By Food Detective staff • June 20, 2024 -
Hooters launches line of frozen appetizers and snacks
The restaurant chain said the initial roll out of wings and popcorn chicken will be followed by other products later in 2024.
By Christopher Doering • June 18, 2024 -
Kellanova to make Cheez-It crackers with regenerative wheat for East Coast grocery stores in unique pilot
Ahold Delhaize USA, owner of Food Lion, Giant Food and Stop & Shop, is teaming with the snacking giant and grain cooperative Bartlett to reduce emissions from field to shelf.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 18, 2024 -
Athletic Brewing buys second San Diego facility
The nonalcoholic beer category leader is expanding its manufacturing footprint in order to capitalize on the growth of its brews.
By Chris Casey • June 17, 2024 -
Nestlé taps into limited-time offerings to boost relevance of DiGiorno pizza
Products with unique toppings tied to the Deadpool & Wolverine movie are designed to increase shelf space and deepen the brand’s relationship with consumers, the food company said.
By Christopher Doering • June 17, 2024 -
Mondelēz CEO says Biscoff will play “unique role” in snack giant’s portfolio
The packaged goods company recently partnered to develop products combining Biscoff's taste and texture with Mondelēz’s chocolate brands.
By Christopher Doering • June 17, 2024 -
CBD producers push back against ‘devastating’ farm bill amendment
The proposal would prevent the sale of synthetic THC-infused products made from hemp delta-9 that are not derived from the cannabis plant.
By Chris Casey • June 14, 2024 -
Tyson Foods CFO suspended after arrest for intoxicated driving
This is the second alcohol-related incident for John R. Tyson since taking the executive role less than two years ago.
By Nathan Owens • June 14, 2024 -
Hershey looks to prioritize sustainable cocoa sourcing
The Hershey Company says it’s committed to enhancing its 100% independently verified cocoa supply chain by striving for full sourcing visibility.
By Elizabeth Flood • June 13, 2024 -
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The Weekly Sip: L.A. Libations to launch startup beverage incubator | Dolly Parton, Snoop Dogg debut alcohol offerings
The incubator announced a new venture to help brands grow quicker, and the music superstars aim to impress drinkers with their latest products.
By Food Detective staff • June 13, 2024 -
From lager to leaf: Behind Green Thumb’s bid for Boston Beer merger
Joining forces could allow the new entity to innovate in categories including edibles and drinks, the cannabis company’s CEO said.
By Chris Casey • June 13, 2024 -
Mondelēz and Biscoff owner Lotus Bakeries partner to develop new products
The companies will create offerings that meld the flavor and texture of the popular cookie with Mondelēz's Cadbury, Milka and other chocolate brands.
By Christopher Doering • June 13, 2024