FI Fast Break audio news: July 24, 2024
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on the latest update related to weight-loss drugs.
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“Better-For-You” Snacks Blur the Line Between Health and Indulgence
Where is the line between healthy and indulgent? Experts weigh in on the merits of new “better-for-you” snack options that intend to walk it.
FI Fast Break audio news: Sept. 1, 2022
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the increasing candy bar shortage ahead of the Halloween season.
Chipotle Leading Sustainable Packaging Trend
Chipotle’s half-decade commitment to sustainability largely serves as a blueprint for the foodservice segment. In 2018, Chipotle announced that, by the year 2020, the fast-casual chain aimed to divert half of all of its restaurant …
Food Brands Celebrate Earth Day with Focus on Sustainability
As sustainable practices become increasingly important to today’s consumers, food brands are making their environmental goals and initiatives clear. In honor of Earth Day, here’s a closer look at companies taking steps to become more …
CPG Companies Add Healthier Brands to Attract Consumers
Consumers are looking for healthier snacks and CPG companies are taking notice. Mondelez International’s 2020 State of Snacking report found that consumers are highlighting the importance of snacks that enable them to lead healthier lifestyles. At the …
How Will the KIND Acquisition Change M&A?
How will the KIND acquisition change the food mergers and acquisitions market in the years to come? Join Food Institute Podcast Host Chris Campbell as he speaks with Dr. James F. Richardson, founder of Premium …
Key Lessons from the KIND Acquisition by Mars
Mars’ acquisition of the KIND brand is more than the latest or the largest strategic acquisition by a large food company. In this acquisition, the real “news” is the lessons its 16-year development contains for …
Mars to Acquire KIND North America
Mars Inc. has agreed to acquire KIND North America. The companies have partnered over the last three years to bring KIND into new geographies and categories. As a result, KIND has expanded into more than …
Consumers Turn to Sweets During Pandemic
Sales of chocolate and candy increased during the pandemic as consumers look for products to boost their mood and lighten perspectives, according to data from the National Confectioners Association (NCA). Overall sales of chocolate and …