Food Industry
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Tyson Foods promotes insider Wes Morris to chief operating officer
Tyson Foods has appointed Wes Morris as its new Chief Operating Officer, but he won't officially take the role until June 15, 2026 – nearly two years after the company's current CEO steps down.

HowGood and Sweep Partner to Track Food Agriculture Carbon Footprints
In California, the agricultural sector emits 32 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MMTCO2e) annually, with 70% directly from livestock, according to the Legislative Analyst's Office (LA

Ingredion agrees to acquire Tate & Lyle for a premium price
Tate & Lyle shareholders are poised to receive a 60% premium on their shares, valuing the company at 615p per share, as Ingredion finalizes its £2.

The Nutrient-Dense Grazing Shift: Consumer Snacking Habits in 2026
Despite a 45% consumer preference for 'nutrient-dense' snacks, the average 'healthy' snack bar still contains 15 grams of sugar, revealing a significant disconnect between consumer intent and product

What Is Ethical Sourcing in Food and Why Does It Matter?
In Türkiye, 87.4% of food packaging sustainability logos promote recycling, while less than 1% address organic production or animal welfare. This stark contrast reveals a significant disparity in how

Snickers Challenges Reese's in Peanut Butter Market
In a bold move for 2026, Snickers is offering a year's supply of its peanut butter candy to anyone named 'Reese' who pledges allegiance, directly challenging its long-time rival.

Hershey's S'mores Sales Soar Amidst Surging Consumer Demand
In 2025, consumers spent nearly $250 million on Hershey's branded chocolate specifically for s'mores, marking a 9% increase from the previous year, according to IndexBox and fooddive .

Nestlé buys out yfood, boosting its ready-to-drink meal portfolio
Nestlé just paid $523 million to fully acquire yfood Labs, a ready-to-drink meal brand that generated $174 million in sales last year.

What Are Functional Foods and Why Do They Matter for CPG Brands in 2026?
The global functional food market is set to nearly double in less than a decade, soaring from USD 249.

Barilla invests $170 million in New York facility expansion
Barilla, the global pasta giant, is pouring nearly $170 million into expanding its manufacturing facility in Avon, New York, adding 52,000 square feet to its plant.

J&J Snack Foods Plans Plant Consolidation, Revamps Distribution
By Q2 2026, J&J Snack Foods will have shuttered three production plants across Georgia, North Carolina, and California, a decisive move that is part of a nearly $100 million investment in its future o