FI Spotlight – Souped Up: How MìLà Turned Soup Dumplings into Frozen Gold

MìLà, a Seattle-based dumpling company opened up in 2018 to rave reviews but quickly had to adapt to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic by launching a line of frozen dumplings and reopening their shop. ...

The Versatility of Il Villaggio’s Grana Padano Twist and Grate Cheese

The rise of the food-at-home category is an increasing trend of people cooking and preparing meals at home rather than dining out or ordering takeout, causing Atalanta to up their game and come up with …

Cultivating Good Times With Cracking Good! Cheese

Join Susan Choi from The Food Institute as she dives into the delicious world of Cracking Good! Cheese Co. at the 2024 Summer Fancy Food Show in NYC. Atalanta Senior Brand Manager Katie Baldwin unveils …

How DeMedici Imports Showcases the Richness of Olivado

DeMedici Imports has long been known for its roster of fine specialty goods, and Olivado is no exception to that rule. With its line of smooth oils to its unique processing methods and its efforts …

The Well & Partners Host June 24 Reception Benefiting Nonprofit Wellfare with Industry Leaders During Summer Fancy Food Show

New York City, July 2, 2024/FINewswire/ – On June 24, The Well professional network including The Food Institute, US Veg Corp and Blossom in collaboration with RodeoCPG, Naturally New York and BeyondBrands, hosted a private …

Takeaways From the 2024 Summer Fancy Food Show

Tom Hamill, a food and beverage senior analyst for RSM US LLP, joined The Food Institute Podcast to recap the 2024 Summer Fancy Food Show.

Sealing the Deal: Certifications Become Competitive Edge for Food

Today’s consumer is interested in far more than just taste when it comes to the food they purchase. The values and the mission of the brands they buy from need to align with consumers’ beliefs. …

AI-Driven CPG Platform Keychain Adds Former Whole Foods Exec to Key Role

CPG manufacturing platform Keychain has appointed Mitchell Madoff to Head of Retail Partnerships. The Foxtrot transplant and former Head of Whole Foods Private Label brings with him an extensive background in CPG and private label spanning over two decades.

FI Spotlight: What Succeeds in Specialty Foods?

From discovering the most popular items to identifying drivers in the industry, there's no shortage of insights when it comes to the specialty food category. Join The Food Institute as we interview Leana Salamah, SVP ...

The State of Early-Stage Food Brands

Dr. James Richardson, owner of Premium Growth Solutions, discusses the current funding dynamics for early-stage food companies.

May 16 Event on “Food, Fashion & Finance” at BOSS Launches The Well Network in New York

May 24, 2024 – A week ago on May 16, The Well professional network hosted its New York launch event with the theme “Food, Fashion & Finance” at the BOSS flagship location in Columbus Circle ...

Sweet Sustainability: How 3D-printed Cookies Are Made From Waste

Researchers have created a way to make 3D-printed food, including cookies, out of plastic waste. It could be the answer to multiple global issues.

The Next Big Thing in CPG? Shelf-Stable Products

With grocery refrigeration space tight, manufacturers are looking at producing shelf-stable products to cut waste and improve profits.

FI Fast Break audio news: May 8, 2024

The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on Gen Z’s mounting credit card debt, Gen Alpha’s love of cooking, and more.

May 16 Event Celebrates “Food, Fashion & Finance” Innovators at BOSS Flagship in New York

New York City, April 29, 2024/FINewswire/ – Next month on May 16, The Well, a professional membership network will hold an event on “Food, Fashion & Finance” at the BOSS flagship location in New York City ...

FI Spotlight: Best Practices For Omnichannel Strategy

Join us on this episode of FI Spotlight as we delve into the best practices of omnichannel strategy with special guest John Carroll, President of Digital Commerce + Advanced Analytics at Acosta Group. Discover top-line ...

Food & Beverage Industry M&A: What to Expect in 2024

This webinar, hosted by The Food Institute, will look at the major M&A trends in the food and beverage industry in 2024, featuring a presentation by John Siegler of BMO Capital Markets followed by a ...

Exploring Innovation and Values in the CPG Sector

When it comes to CPG's, consumers want nothing short of excellence. Integrity, transparency, quality - these are not just buzzwords, but essential attributes on the road to brand success. But how does a company achieve ...

FI Spotlight: Keychain – Empowering CPG Entrepreneurs

Join host Susan Choi on this episode of FI Spotlight and delve into the world of CPG manufacturing solutions with special guest, Oisin Hanrahan, CEO, and co-founder of Keychain. Discover how Keychain, the world's largest ...

Fueling the Future: Functional Foods Gain Momentum

There’s a growing feeling among many consumers that what we put into our bodies can perhaps solve myriad health issues. That presents a major opportunity for CPG brands regarding functional food products. 

Food Institute Retains Pat Mulhern as Advisor

Mulhern will help FI continue to build its relationships in the foodservice operator, distribution, and food manufacturing communities. Mulhern is excited to collaborate and help the media outlet bring more original content, industry insights, industry personalities and leaders to its growing, multimedia platform.

Easter Sticker Shock: Cocoa Prices Still Skyrocketing

How much money is the Easter candy market worth? Hold onto your Easter baskets – in the United States alone, 2024 Easter candy sales are expected to exceed $3.3 billion (Statista)

March 12 Event During Women’s History Month and Expo West Launches The Well, a Network to Enhance a Brand’s Life Cycle

March 21, 2024 – On March 12, The Well, a professional membership network in the CPG and wellness space held a successful launch event at the Bowers Museum in Southern California with over 250 guests ...

FI Spotlight: Redefining Breakfast Foods with Natural Ingredients

We’re excited to bring you a special FI Spotlight episode from Expo West 2024! Join FI Reporter Brittany Borer as she dives into the world of Mason Dixie Foods, pioneers in redefining breakfast with natural ...

FI Live Replay – Natural Products Expo West: 2024 Show Recap

Thousands of vendors, tens of thousands of attendees, products and brands galore - it can only be the annual Natural Products Expo West Show. Join The Food Institute as we break down trends and observations ...

FI Spotlight: The Well – Launching The Premier CPG Network

Join The Food Institute as we find out more about The Well, a brand-new professional network dedicated to uniting and elevating members in the CPG and Wellness spaces. Hear from Co-Founder Mark Nguyen about the ...

Driving Success in Marketing and Design: How Food & Beverage Companies are Winning in 2024

This webinar featured SRW and Barrel – two leading marketing and design companies in the food and beverage CPG space – to share their latest insights on effective marketing and website design strategies for 2024. …

March 12 Event Celebrates Women Innovators and Launches The Well, A Bespoke Professional Network

March 6, 2024 – Next week on March 12, the launch of The Well, a new professional membership network will feature women innovators including a successful teenage candy entrepreneur, celebrated plant-based chef and creators of ...

What’s on the Horizon for CPG Companies in 2024?

In 2023, we also saw a growing trend among consumers to adapt their buying habits to save money by trading down and prioritizing cost savings over quality, with 66% of consumers seeking out less expensive goods in 2023.

CPGs Need Fresh Strategies Beyond Price Increases in 2024

“Tomorrow’s winners will vary how they generate demand across their portfolios, with mass activation for their biggest brands and more targeted treatment for niche and insurgent brands,” Kyle Weza, global co-lead and brand accelerator for Bain & Company, said in the report.

FI Spotlight: Inside The Creation of The World’s First Mochi Gummies

Join us this week as we shine the FI Spotlight on Mika Shino, Founder and CEO of Issei Mochi Gummies, the pioneer behind the world's first mochi-based gummy! Learn about Mika's journey in bringing this ...

Consumers Award Better-for-You in New Product Survey

Despite some titans of the pantry and cookie jar winning in their categories (Keebler’s Chips Deluxe Fudgy in the Cookie category; Dr. Pepper Strawberries & Cream in Soft Drink), better-for-you offerings not only abounded but won several snacking categories.

Why Legacy Beverage Brands are Revamping Their Image

Dunkin’ Donuts’ shift to simply Dunkin’ serves as the gold standard in the contemporary rebranding landscape.

Dark Chocolate Outlook: Soaring Cost of Cocoa Challenges Candy Makers

Cocoa prices are nearly 65% higher than they were one year ago, and New York futures prices have hit a 46-year high.

March 12 Event to Feature Women Innovators in CPG and Launch of a Professional Network During Expo West and Women’s History Month

February 12, 2024 – Next month on March 12, a group of like-minded professionals in the consumer products and wellness space are hosting an event to launch The Well, a new professional network, and will ...

Unilever is a Cautionary Tale for U.S. Food Companies

On July 1, Hein Schumacher took over as chief executive officer of Unilever. His appointment followed a long search that brought him into the company from Dutch dairy co-op Royal FrieslandCampina, and his immediate mandate …