Food Industry

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Wes Morris, newly appointed Chief Operating Officer of Tyson Foods, looking out a window in a modern office.
Food

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.

Isabella Cortez·June 11, 2026
AI-powered platform visualizing carbon footprints in food agriculture, showcasing a partnership between HowGood and Sweep for sustainability.
Trends

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

Ryan Patel·June 10, 2026
Business leaders from Ingredion and Tate & Lyle finalize a landmark acquisition deal, symbolizing growth and strategic partnership in the food ingredient sector.
Food

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.

Isabella Cortez·June 9, 2026
Consumer choosing between a healthy, natural snack and a misleadingly packaged snack bar with high sugar content.
Trends

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

Ryan Patel·June 8, 2026
Split image contrasting a vibrant organic farm with healthy animals and crops against a sterile factory focused on recycling, illustrating ethical sourcing in food.
Brands

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

Daniel Moretti·June 7, 2026
A Snickers bar and a Reese's cup in a dramatic, competitive stance, symbolizing the intense rivalry in the peanut butter candy market.
Food

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.

Isabella Cortez·June 6, 2026
Family enjoying s'mores around a campfire at dusk, highlighting the popularity of Hershey's chocolate for this classic treat.
Food

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 .

Isabella Cortez·June 4, 2026
Nestlé and yfood ready-to-drink meal products displayed together on a shelf, symbolizing the acquisition and expansion of convenient nutrition options.
Food

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.

Isabella Cortez·June 4, 2026
A bright, contemporary kitchen showcasing innovative functional food products from a CPG brand, symbolizing health and market growth.
Nutrition

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.

Ryan Patel·June 3, 2026
Barilla's New York manufacturing facility undergoing a significant expansion, symbolizing increased production capacity and regional investment.
Trends

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.

Ryan Patel·June 2, 2026
A state-of-the-art food production facility showcasing advanced automation and efficient operations, symbolizing J&J Snack Foods' investment in the future.
Food

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

Isabella Cortez·June 2, 2026