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Mondelez reactivates ‘COVID playbook,’ warns of ‘waves’ of price hikes to manage inventory, offset inflation

Oreo-maker Mondelez warns the start of 2022 will be marred by lingering low inventory levels due to a now-resolved strike late last summer and ongoing labor challenges at third-party manufacturers as well as persistent supply chain challenges hindering its production rebound.

Ice Cream trendspotting: From novel and nostalgic to celebrity-endorsed and plant-based

The weather outside may be increasingly cold for most of America, but sales of ice cream and frozen novelties – typically slower in the first quarter – remain hot, thanks in part to innovative launches, including new twists on old favorites, celebrity...

Danone-led research uncovers how certain diets impact the gut microbiome

Low-carb diets such as keto and paleo have exploded in popularity among consumers and brands that formulated products to fit the nutritional guardrails of each, but how does drastically eliminating carbs impact the diversity of good bacteria in gut microbiome?

Mamma Chia rebrands to pop off shelf with natural, iconic, inclusive look

Mamma Chia, the maker of organic chia-based snacks and beverages, is updating its image to embrace inclusivity and stand out in an increasingly competitive natural foods segment.

Catalina: Private label accelerates new product introductions and innovation

Catalina: Private label accelerates new product launches and innovation

While new product introductions decreased across the CPG landscape in 2020 during the height of the pandemic, new launches from national CPG brands decreased at a higher rate when compared to private label products, Catalina found.

McCormick reassures doubters about optimistic outlook for ’22 despite slow start, broad headwinds

While flavor and spice giant McCormick & Company plans to raise prices again in the coming quarters to offset inflation and broad-based supply chain issues, executives warn their benefit to the company’s bottom line will be delayed – temporarily squeezing...

By 2030, GFI estimates plant-based meat sales to comprise roughly 6% of the global meat market. GettyImages/barmalini

Plant-based: Mitigating against ingredient bottlenecks to disrupt 6% of global meat market

In a new report the Good Food Institute investigates what ingredient requirements will help the plant-based meat industry achieve 6% penetration of the global meat market by the end of the decade.