Food Industry
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Dolly Parton coffee joins Eggo's new zero-sugar waffle launch
This July, Eggo will debut its first-ever zero-sugar waffles, a move that, alongside Dolly Parton's new coffee, signals a broader industry shift towards highly specialized consumer products.
Ocean Spray Names Abigail Buckwalter Former Nestlé CEO
Ocean Spray, the iconic cranberry juice brand, has tapped Abigail Buckwalter, a former Nestlé Health Science U.
Hershey Appoints Heather Hoytink as US President, Starts 2026
Heather Hoytink has been appointed President, US, of The Hershey Company, but her official tenure will not begin until July 8, 2026.
Europastry to acquire Highland Baking to boost US presence
Europastry has agreed to acquire Highland Baking, with the transaction expected to finalize in 2026, strategically expanding its US market presence.
FDA Highlights Beef Tallow as Healthy Fat Amid Sales Boom
Sales of food products featuring beef tallow as an ingredient surged to $1.
Kraft Heinz reorganizes global structure for growth
Kraft Heinz is betting $600 million and a complete global structural overhaul on a strategy to reignite growth, effective July 1, 2026.
Mars Snacking Names Kemal Cetin Global CDO, Starts 2026
Mars Snacking has named Kemal Cetin as its new global chief digital and information officer, but he won't officially start until August 3, 2026 – more than two years from now, according to Confectione
Mondelēz Report: Digital, Sensory Appeal Drives Snack Innovation
Over two-thirds of global consumers now consider snacks essential for socializing, transforming a simple bite into a crucial social lubricant.
Stars + Honey Secures $24M From VMG Partners
Stars + Honey, a functional food brand founded in 2023, is projected to achieve approximately $50 million in revenue this year, following a $24 million funding round from VMG Partners.
Consumers prioritize protein on nutrition labels for value
Nearly half of all shoppers, 42%, now actively scan nutrition labels specifically for protein content before buying a product, according to Food Dive .
Campbell's snack division sees 32% profit decline, explores future
Campbell's snack unit saw profitability plummet 32% in the third quarter, signaling deep trouble for a core part of the food giant's portfolio.
Tyson Foods promotes Wes Morris to COO effective June 15, 2026
The appointment of Wes Morris as Tyson Foods' new Chief Operating Officer, effective June 15, 2026, coincides with the company's beef business reporting a $240 million loss in Q2 2026, according to Po
VMG Partners Invests in Stars + Honey Collagen Protein Bars
Detroit-based Stars + Honey, a collagen protein bar brand, rocketed to 300% growth last year, drawing a $24 million investment from VMG Partners.
HowGood and Sweep Partner on Food Carbon Footprint Data
Agriculture is responsible for 8% of California's statewide greenhouse gas emissions, totaling 32 MMTCO2e in 2019.
Ingredion Acquires Tate & Lyle for $3.7 Billion
Tate & Lyle shareholders are set to receive a 64% premium on their shares, as US rival Ingredion agrees to acquire the company for $3.7 billion in an all-cash deal.
Trek One Capital Buys Good Karma Foods
On May 18, 2026, Trek One Capital announced the simultaneous acquisition of two distinct plant-based brands, No Cow and Good Karma Foods.
Back to Nature Hires New CEO to Lead Strategic Re-evaluation
Jennifer Jorgensen now leads Back to Nature as its new president and CEO.
Snickers Targets 'Reese' with New Peanut Butter Campaign
Snickers launched a new marketing campaign promoting its peanut butter-flavored snacks, offering a year's supply to consumers named 'Reese' who sign a pledge of support, according to Food Dive .
Barry Callebaut partners with Planet A Foods to expand ChoViva
Barry Callebaut, the world's largest chocolate manufacturer, made a bold move this year, announcing a major US deal for its cocoa-free alternative, ChoViva.
Hershey's s'mores program sees 9.28% sales growth
In 2025, consumers spent nearly $250 million on Hershey’s branded chocolate for s'mores, a 9% increase from the prior year, according to FoodDive .
Nestlé buys out yfood, boosting its healthy meal drink portfolio
Nestlé just paid $523 million to fully acquire yfood Labs, a ready-to-drink meal maker.
Hormel Foods Faces Retail Stagnation Amid $2.97B Q2 Sales
Hormel Foods' net earnings plunged 12% to $158 million in Q2 fiscal 2026, a sharp contraction.
J&J Snack Foods consolidates plants, eyes Q2 2026 distribution shifts
J&J Snack Foods, known for its iconic ICEE and Slushie Puppie machines, is closing three manufacturing plants across Georgia, North Carolina, and California by Q2 2026, while simultaneously investing
Barilla invests $170M in major New York facility expansion
Barilla, the Italian pasta giant, is pouring nearly $170 million into expanding its manufacturing facility in the small town of Avon, Livingston County, New York.
IFF Sells 90% of Food Ingredients Business to CVC Capital Partners
International Flavors & Fragrances has agreed to sell 90% of its food ingredients business for $4.
Brutus Broth Expands Executive Team as Kettle & Fire Focuses Internally
While Kettle & Fire recently promoted Sam to a new leadership position, aiming to support its continued growth within the bone broth category, rival Brutus Broth aggressively expanded its executive te
Splenda owner Heartland buys Equal sweeteners business
Heartland Food Products Group, the company behind Splenda, has acquired the Americas business of Whole Earth Brands, which includes the Equal sweetener brand, according to Food Dive and FoodBev...
Ferrero Buys WK Kellogg Co. for $23 Per Share
Ferrero's U.S. sales surged from $300 million in 2017 to over $3 billion last year, a tenfold increase in just a few years, according to Food Dive . This expansion confirms a relentless push into the
New Pretzel Flavors Drive Market Growth
The global Chips & Pretzels market is projected to expand at a steady 3.
MattPak Embraces Growth by Saying Yes to New Co-Manufacturing Business
MattPak avoided a $150,000 upfront investment for a traditional palletizing system by choosing a full-service automation model, setting a new precedent for scaling in co-manufacturing, according to Fo