FOOD INDUSTRY

Nov 07 2025BUSINESS

Wendy's Plans Major Shake-Up

Wendy's is making big changes. They are shutting down a lot of their restaurants. The company's temporary boss, Ken Cook, said they will close between 200 and 350 places. These are the ones that aren't doing well. The closures will start this year and go on until 2026. Why are they doing this? They want to make the rest of their restaurants better. When they close t...

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Oct 28 2025HEALTH

Dietary Guidelines Delayed: What's the Hold-Up?

The government's new food rules are running late. The shutdown messed things up, so now the plan is to release them in December. The big boss, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , wants to shake things up. He thinks the old rules are outdated and wants to push more meat and dairy. This isn't just about what's on your plate. These rules affect school lunches and food stamps. Big ...

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Oct 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fox Entertainment Bets Big on B. J. Novak's Food Pop-Up Chain

Fox Entertainment is making a big move into the food world. They just bought a piece of Chain, a popular food pop-up started by B. J. Novak, known for his role in "The Office. " This isn't just any investment; it's a partnership that could change how people experience food and entertainment. Chain started small, as a pop-up in a West Hollywood parking lot. But it qu...

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Jul 16 2025HEALTH

Ice Cream Brands Commit to Ditching Artificial Colors

Big changes are coming to your favorite ice cream brands. Many companies that make ice cream in the U. S. have promised to stop using artificial dyes. They plan to do this by 2028. This move comes after pressure from health officials who worry about the effects of these dyes. About 40 ice cream makers are involved. They will remove seven different artificial colors ...

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Jul 14 2025BUSINESS

New Kid on the Block: Jams Takes on the PB&J Giant

Jams, a new player in the frozen PB&J sandwich market, is making waves with the backing of some big-name athletes. Connor Blakley, the 26-year-old founder, aims to challenge Smucker's Uncrustables, which has long held a strong grip on the market. The sandwiches are set to hit 3, 000 Walmart stores nationwide, with support from stars like Alex Morgan, C. J. Stroud, a...

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Jul 11 2025BUSINESS

Giovanni Ferrero's Sweet Strategy: Turning Nutella into a Global Empire

Giovanni Ferrero, the man behind Nutella and Ferrero Rocher, has been on a shopping spree. Over the past decade, he's snapped up 21 companies across nine countries, turning his family's Italian candy business into a global food giant. The latest addition to his empire? WK Kellogg, the company behind Froot Loops and Corn Flakes, bought for a cool $3. 1 billion. Ferre...

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Jul 08 2025BUSINESS

A Sweet Change at Hershey: New CEO Brings Fresh Flavors

Kirk Tanner, who recently led Wendy's, is now taking the helm at Hershey. This move comes as Michele Buck steps down after nearly two decades with the company. Tanner's background is impressive, with over three decades at PepsiCo, where he oversaw their North American beverages division. His shift to Hershey is a return to the consumer goods sector, bringing a wealth...

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Jul 03 2025BUSINESS

Greggs' Sizzling Sales Take a Heatwave Hit

Greggs, the beloved U. K. bakery chain known for its mouthwatering sausage rolls and hot bakes, recently faced a tough spot. The company revealed that its sales took a dip in June due to the scorching heat. Shares dropped by about 15% after this news broke. The heatwave, which was one of the hottest Junes on record, made people less inclined to step out and grab a h...

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Jul 02 2025BUSINESS

Del Monte's Big Change: Why This Old Food Company is Selling Itself

Del Monte Foods, a household name for over a century, is in big trouble. The company that brought us canned fruits and veggies has decided to sell itself. This is a huge deal because Del Monte has been around for 138 years! The company announced this move late on a Tuesday, saying it's the best way to turn things around. Del Monte is known for brands like College In...

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Jun 29 2025HEALTH

Big Food Companies Ditching Artificial Colors

J. M. Smucker Company is making a significant change to its products. By the end of 2027, they plan to remove all artificial colors from their jams and other items. This move is part of a bigger trend in the food industry. Many large companies are now choosing to use more natural ingredients. Smucker is not alone in this effort. Other major players like Nestle, Cona...

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