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Jim Beam has announced a temporary pause in production at its main distillery in Kentucky in 2026, citing a decline in whiskey and bourbon consumption. The decision to halt production at the Clermont, Kentucky plant was made after assessing consumer…

Key Takeaways: Laird Superfoods is making a strategic move in the health and wellness sector by acquiring Navitas LLC for $38.5 million in cash, expanding its product portfolio to include organic acai powder, hemp bites, and cacao sweet nibs. The…

Key Points: J&J Snack Foods is embarking on a business transformation with a focus on streamlining its manufacturing network, as revealed in its Q4 2025 earnings call. The company plans to close three production facilities by the end of Q1…

Written by Patricia Manos, SVP of Marketing & Consumer Experience at Curion. The opinions expressed are the author’s own. Taste vs. Health: The New Frontier in Product Development For years, the sensory world operated on the principle that taste was…

Athletic Brewing Company Launches “Athletic January” Campaign for Dry January Athletic Brewing Company, known as the largest dedicated nonalcoholic brewer in America, is once again introducing its “Athletic January” campaign in celebration of Dry January. The campaign aims to promote…

Exploring New Product Ideas: Leftovers Ritz Introduces Drizzled Mini Crackers Ritz is joining the popular trend of combining salty and sweet flavors with their new Drizzled Mini crackers. This Mondelēz-owned brand is taking the classic buttery and salty taste of…

Dive Brief: Mark Anthony Group founder and CEO Anthony Von Mandl is stepping down as head of the White Claw maker after more than 50 years. He will remain with the company as chairman, according to an email sent to…

Food Regulations Impacting Companies in 2026 This year, the Trump administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” movement placed a significant focus on food, resulting in new regulatory challenges for companies amidst a decline in consumption and sales. Lawmakers from both sides…

Key Points: The Federal Trade Commission accused PepsiCo of providing Walmart with unfair pricing advantages, violating the Robinson-Patman Act. PepsiCo allegedly offered Walmart lower prices and exclusive promotions, disadvantaging other retailers selling Pepsi products. The lawsuit against PepsiCo was dismissed…

2025 was a tough year for food and beverage companies, with many forced to make significant cuts in order to reduce costs and adapt to changing market conditions. Several major players in the industry laid off thousands of employees as…