FOOD INDUSTRY

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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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

The Food Fight: What Americans Really Think About Health and Vaccines

A recent poll revealed that the nation's stance on health issues isn't as divided as one might expect. The public's view on vaccines is quite clear. A large majority of adults back the use of vaccines to stop diseases. This support cuts across party lines, with most Republicans, Democrats, and independents all agreeing. Only a small group blames vaccin...

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May 22 2025FINANCE

Tipping Taxes: What's Changing for Workers and Customers?

The idea of not taxing tips has been around for a while. It was a popular slogan in a recent presidential campaign. It was short and easy to remember. However, the reality of implementing such a policy is far more complicated. The Senate recently passed the No Tax on Tips Act. This act is part of a larger budget bill. It promises to give tipped workers a break ...

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May 20 2025POLITICS

The Power of Pocket Money in Politics

In Colombia, the food industry holds significant sway over public health policies. This influence often comes from financial donations and other perks given to political parties. These incentives can pave the way for future collaborations and create a cycle of favors. The focus here is on the incentives the food industry offered to lawmakers in Colombia from 2018 to ...

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