Food News

Leftovers is our look at a few of the product ideas popping up everywhere. Some are intriguing, some sound amazing and some are the kinds of ideas we would never dream of. We can’t write about everything that we get…

PepsiCo has announced the closure of its Frito-Lay manufacturing plant in Rancho Cucamonga, California, as part of a trend of plant closures in the food industry due to decreased consumer spending. The company did not provide specific details on the…

Exciting News: The FDA has granted clearance to San Francisco-based Wildtype to introduce its lab-grown salmon in the U.S., marking the first approval for a cultivated seafood product by the agency. Following a successful pre-market safety assessment, the FDA issued…

Many businesses face challenges in determining which AI projects to pursue and often find themselves stuck in pilot phases. A well-defined strategy can guide technology leaders in navigating this complex landscape. PepsiCo is making progress in prioritizing projects as the…

Key Takeaways: The implementation of a 50% tariff on imported steel by the Trump administration has the potential to raise canned food prices by 9% to 15%, as per the Consumer Brands Association. The trade organization has warned that as…

Exciting News: Tom Brady and Gopuff Launch Organic Vegan Snack Brand “Goat Gummies” Football legend Tom Brady has teamed up with Gopuff to introduce a new organic, vegan gummy snack called Goat Gummies. These gummies are free from artificial sweeteners,…

Key Points: Food tech startup funding slowed significantly in Q1 as investors shift focus to AI. $1.4 billion invested in food tech sector across 202 deals in Q1, a 50% drop in capital. Investor interest in food tech declining, with…

How Nerds Gummy Clusters Became a Sweet Success Story When Ferrero acquired Nestlé’s candy business for almost $3 billion in 2018, it gained popular brands like Butterfinger, Baby Ruth, and 100 Grand. However, it’s Nerds, a brand often overlooked by…

As we approach 2025, many companies are reevaluating their sustainability goals, with PepsiCo being one of them. Chief Sustainability Officer Jim Andrew discusses the company’s decision to revamp some of its sustainability targets, emphasizing the need to evolve with the…

Upon assuming the role of CEO at Bakery on Main, James Shutts recognized the company’s potential for growth and efficiency improvements. The Connecticut-based granola company, rebranded as Uncle Crumbles, underwent a transformation under Shutts’ leadership. By focusing on core products,…