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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Confirmed as U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vocal critic of vaccines and prominent figure in the healthcare debate, has been confirmed as the top health official in the United States. President Donald Trump’s…

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are working together to strengthen oversight of food manufacturers, especially meat and poultry processors, in order to reduce the incidence of foodborne illnesses. In 2024, the…

Welch’s marketing strategy has undergone a transformation in recent years, shifting towards more experiential activations rather than traditional TV advertising. The brand, once known for its commercials featuring young children, has embraced initiatives like a rosé truck and a pop-up…

Following a full Senate session on Feb. 13, Brooke Rollins and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. were confirmed as secretaries of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), respectively. Rollins secured easy…

The Weekly Sip is Food Dive’s column focused on the latest news in the rapidly changing and growing beverage sector. From inaugural product lines to big investments and controversial topics, this column aims to quench the thirst for developments in…

In 2024, Nestle SA faced challenges in North America due to underperformance in frozen food and coffee creamer capacity constraints. The company’s Zone North America sales for the year were 25.3 billion Swiss francs ($28 billion), down 2.5% compared to…

Dive Brief: Solina, a France-based ingredients manufacturer of sauces and seasonings, is rapidly expanding its presence in the United States with two recent acquisitions. The company announced last week that it has acquired Illinois-based Sokol Custom Food Ingredients for an…

Exciting new collaborations and partnerships are bringing innovative products to retail shelves. Checkers and Rally’s have teamed up with John Soules Foods to introduce the drive-thru chain’s popular chicken bites to the frozen aisle. These all-white meat chicken bites can…

Nestlé is in a strong position to weather the impact of tariffs, according to the company’s CEO. Laurent Freixe stated that Nestlé benefits from its localized manufacturing footprint, with the majority of products being manufactured in the markets where they…

Despite challenges in volume growth, Kraft Heinz Co. reported a decline in volume/mix of 3.5% for fiscal year 2024, with North America experiencing a 4.2% decrease. The company’s organic net sales also fell by 2.1% to $25.9 billion for the…