Explore the latest canned and preserved foods industry news—from shelf-stable meals and pickled vegetables to global preservation technologies, packaging, and processing innovations across food categories.
The Super Bowl is not just a football game; it is also a significant event for food retailers, as customers stock up on snacks, beverages, and party supplies. This year, retailers have the opportunity to capitalize on this $17 billion food shopping event by appealing to both last-minute shoppers and early planners. With 77% of … Read more
Hershey CEO Michele Buck has announced her plans to retire on June 30, 2026, after a successful 20-year tenure at the company. Buck took over as CEO in 2017 and has been instrumental in driving innovation and growth at Hershey. She has been a key figure in expanding the company’s core brands such as Reese’s … Read more
Popadelics, a company founded by husband and wife team Marilyn and Michael, has successfully carved a niche in the snack industry with their crunchy mushroom chips. Despite being a bootstrapped company, they have managed to grow their business to over 3000 stores by utilizing creative debt financing to fund their operations. One key partnership that … Read more
Smithfield Foods, the largest pork producer in the United States, has recently filed a proposal to return to the public market. This move involves Smithfield and an indirect subsidiary of its China-based owner, WH Group, offering shares on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. The company plans to trade common stock under the ticker symbol “SFD.” … Read more
Anheuser-Busch and Pabst Blue Ribbon recently announced a partnership that will see the former producing the latter’s beer products, starting in the current financial quarter. This collaboration, as reported by Brewbound, aims to strengthen Pabst’s supply chain and better cater to the needs of retailers and distributors, according to Pabst CEO Paul Chibe. Pabst Blue … Read more
Athletic Brewing, a nonalcoholic beer maker, is reimagining the traditional Dry January challenge with its “Athletic January” campaign, aimed at consumers looking to moderate their alcohol consumption in the new year. The brand’s CMO, Andrew Katz, notes that younger consumers, particularly Gen Z and millennials, are increasingly interested in participating in such challenges, making this … Read more
In the world of brand building, storytelling plays a critical role in shaping perceptions and connecting with audiences. Public relations (PR) is a powerful tool that can help amplify your brand’s message and reach a wider audience. But for many CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) brands, navigating the world of PR can be daunting. In this … Read more
In a recent study conducted by Cornell University and Numerator, it was found that households with at least one GLP-1 user reduced their grocery spending by approximately 6% within six months of taking the medication. This reduction was even more significant for higher-income households, with spending falling by nearly 9%. The study also revealed a … Read more