The following opinion piece is contributed by Sedina L. Banks, a partner specializing in regulatory compliance and environmental litigation at Greenberg Glusker’s Environmental Group, and Sherry E. Jackman, an environmental litigator and compliance partner at Greenberg Glusker. California has once…
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Teff, a small cereal grain originating from Ethiopia and Eritrea, is gaining popularity among chefs and consumers seeking healthy and sustainable ingredients. This trend is driven by the increasing demand for gluten-free products and the expansion of teff cultivation worldwide,…
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Dive Brief: Nestlé is investing $150 million to expand its plant in Gaffney, South Carolina, focusing on single-serve frozen meals production and enhancing automation and digital technology. The U.S. frozen food market is growing rapidly, with Nestlé aiming to capitalize…
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General Mills has announced the expansion of its pet food business with the acquisition of Whitebridge Pet Brands’ North American premium cat feed and pet treats business, valued at $1.45 billion. The purchase will enhance the company’s position in the…
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The following is an op-ed by Sean McBride, He is the founder of DSM Strategic Communications and the former Executive Vice President of Communications and Membership at the Grocery Manufacturers Association (now Consumer Brands Association). The food policy landscape in…
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Ingredients in Focus: Taurine and Heart Health Ingredients in Focus is Food Dive’s bite-size column highlighting interesting developments in the ingredients sector. Taurine is a common ingredient found in energy drinks and scientists are now finding it may have a…
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Key Insights: Recent trends indicate a resurgence in M&A activity within the food and beverage industry, driven by shifting consumer preferences, favorable interest rates, and a strategic focus on portfolio optimization, as highlighted by CoBank. In contrast to previous years,…
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US dietary guidelines could recommend Americans eat less meat and potatoes. Expect a food fight.
There is a growing debate on the amount of red meat Americans should consume, causing concern for the beef industry. The United States is gearing up to revise its Dietary Guidelines for Americans next year, which impact nutrition labels, school…
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Donations from PACs, employees, and family members associated with the largest food and beverage companies in the United States have significantly decreased during this election cycle. According to a Food Dive analysis of OpenSecrets data, contributions have dropped by nearly…
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2025’s top trends are all about sustainability, health, and nutrition, according to Whole Foods Market’s annual survey. The upcoming trends include a rise in hydrating ready-to-drink beverages, new aquatic ingredients in the plant-based category, crunchy textures, and fusion snack foods…