Finances and Deals
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Keurig Dr Pepper inks sales and distribution deal for Black Rifle Energy Drinks
The new beverage line is expected to launch in the fourth quarter and be available nationwide in early 2025. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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Hormel challenged by weak whole turkey prices
Despite headwinds in the commodity market, the food processor saw higher demand for ground turkey and other branded products as more consumers make meals at home.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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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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Beyond Meat unveils plans for new steak
CEO Ethan Brown said the company will likely introduce the product in collaboration with a “healthier” restaurant.
By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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Hain Celestial sells ParmCrisps to Pop Secret owner
The divestiture of the cheese crisp and snack mix brand to Our Home allows Hain to focus its portfolio and streamline its supply chain.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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Are shoppers’ concerns around food inflation starting to ease?
While consumers feel they have “more or less control” over their grocery finances, they are still worried about rising food costs, new FMI research found.
By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 29, 2024 -
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Smithfield spins off Europe business ahead of potential US listing
The pork producer said the move would further accelerate “unique growth opportunities" in both areas.
By Nathan Owens • Aug. 28, 2024 -
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The Better Meat Co. awarded $1.4M grant from US Defense Department
The California-based company plans to use the funding to produce large volumes of its Rhiza mycoprotein.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 28, 2024 -
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Campbell Soup sells Pop Secret for undisclosed amount
The divestiture to Popchips maker Our Home will allow the CPG giant to better focus its snacking portfolio and generate “accelerated growth.”
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 27, 2024 -
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RXBar founder ‘betting everything on protein’ with new venture
Peter Rahal's latest brand David raised $10 million in capital and will not rely on nutrition fads to grow in the category.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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From candy giant to snacking powerhouse: What’s behind Mars’ $36B Kellanova acquisition
The purchase of the Pringles maker provides more opportunities to respond to consumer preferences and compete against PepsiCo and Mondelēz.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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Nestlé names company veteran Laurent Freixe as CEO
He will replace Mark Schneider, who is resigning after eight years in the role. The change comes as the Lean Cuisine maker struggles with cash-strapped customers cutting back on spending.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 22, 2024 -
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AB InBev to shutter Anheuser-Busch distribution facility
The brewer’s closure of the Massachusetts plant will impact 193 jobs. It comes amid a national decline in beer volumes.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Pilgrim’s Pride to pay $100M in largest protein antitrust settlement
The poultry processor, along with rivals including Tyson and Perdue Farms, was accused of conspiring to suppress the pay of chicken farmers.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Beyond Meat’s financial woes magnified through late payments
Despite optimistic comments from CEO Ethan Brown, the company is overdue on a third of its payments to vendors in 2024.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Kamala Harris proposes food ‘price-gouging’ ban as part of economic platform
Trade groups had mixed reactions to the policy proposal, with FMI disputing the allegations that companies inflate the price of groceries.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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How a former agriculture industry exec found himself CEO of cultivated meat company Meatable
Jeff “Trip” Tripician is looking to work with the meat industry rather than pitting the two against each other.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Deep DiveHard seltzer started a new category, but will canned cocktails sustain momentum long term?
The push for premium RTD beverages is relying on real spirits and unique flavors to keep the ball rolling.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Lifeway Foods family feud heats up as shareholders push CEO to resign
The brother and mother of CEO Julie Smolyansky are accusing the executive of steering the company off course.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 16, 2024 -
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Fonterra and Superbrewed Food join forces for biomass protein technology
Under the partnership, the companies seek to address growing consumer demand for protein.
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Snacking supernova: Kellanova CEO says purchase by Mars will spark innovation
Steve Cahillane, who plans to exit the company after the deal goes through, said in an interview the nearly $36 billion acquisition will help the Pringles producer grow in new markets.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Tilray to acquire 4 craft beer brands from Molson Coors
The purchase allows the cannabis producer to continue growing its presence in the alcohol category and comes as the Coors Banquet brewer seeks to pare down its portfolio.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 14, 2024 -
Courtesy of Kellanova
Snickers owner Mars to buy Kellanova for $35.9B
The deal for the Cheez-It and Pringles maker is the biggest in the food space since the Kraft Heinz merger in 2015. It gives the gum and candy giant a dominant presence in savory snacks where it currently has little exposure.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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Oreo, Coca-Cola partner to create drink and cookie combining the iconic brands
The limited-time offerings will be available in grocery and convenience stores in the U.S. and other select markets around the world starting in September.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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Impossible Foods opens first brick and mortar concept
CEO Peter McGuinness said Impossible Quality Meats is part of the company's mission to prove its plant-based products are not like "a warm beer or a cold shower."
By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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Conagra Brands acquires premium meat stick brand Fatty
CEO Sean Connolly said the purchase, which complements its Slim Jim and Duke’s offerings, “is another step in reshaping our portfolio for faster growth.”
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 12, 2024
