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Coke discloses additional spending on health efforts

March 25, 2016

As a part of being more transparent, the Coca-Cola Co. disclosed it spent more money on health research and partnerships than was previously reported.

USDA tool assesses economic impact of local foods

March 25, 2016

USDA revealed a new resource created in conjunction with Colorado State University that will help communities and businesses evaluate the economic benefits of investing in local food systems.

Prestage Farms proposes new pork processing plant in Iowa

March 24, 2016

North Carolina-based pork and turkey processor Prestage Farms announced the formation of a new company, Prestage Foods of Iowa, LLC.

Gerber recalls two organic pouch products for packaging defect

Jeremy Gerrard

March 24, 2016

Gerber Products Company has issued a voluntary recall for two specific organic pouch products after finding a packaging defect that may result in product spoilage during transport and handling.

Meat, snack foods to be fastest growing food industry segments through 2022

Jeremy Gerrard

March 24, 2016

The US food industry is projected to grow at a steady rate of 2.9 percent CAGR through 2022.

Small, independent brewers continue to grow by double digits

Jeremy Gerrard

March 24, 2016

Craft brewers produced 24.5 million barrels in 2015, and saw a 13 percent rise in volume and a 16 percent increase in retail dollar value.

Keurig snags Pinnacle Foods CEO

Jeremy Gerrard

March 23, 2016

Single-serve coffee pioneer Kerurig Green Mountain, Inc. announced it has named Robert J. Gamgort as CEO beginning May 2.

Premier Foods rejects takeover bid from McCormick

Jeremy Gerrard

March 23, 2016

The UK’s Premier Foods—known for its Mr. Kipling cakes and Bistro gravy among other brands—has rejected two unsolicited takeover bids from McCormick & Co.