Nutella Goes Peanut: Ferrero Opens New Chicago Line
Ferrero has activated Nutella peanut production at a new Chicago-area line, signaling a major U.S. market push for its hazelnut spread brand.
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Light Controls Fermentation Now. Fermeate Has $2M to Prove It.
California startup Fermeate's optogenetics platform uses light signals to switch genes on and off during fermentation, with $2M in seed funding to scale it.
Uncle Giuseppe’s Bridge Mix Hides Three Undeclared Allergens
An undeclared allergen recall hits Uncle Giuseppe's bridge mix, exposing milk, soy, and cashew risks for sensitive consumers.
Steak ‘n’ Shake Hires a MAHA Officer. Yes, Really.
Four QSR brand moves signal where fast food is heading: east coast expansion, delivery innovation, and a politically charged new C-suite title.
Chipotle Bets on Burger King’s Provocateur to Own the Clean-Food Story
Fernando Machado, the marketer behind Burger King's most disruptive campaigns, becomes Chipotle's new chief brand officer.
Hu Chocolate Just Landed More Shelf Space at Target
Hu clean-label chocolate scores a nationwide Target expansion, adding its first individually wrapped format and a new coconut flavor to the lineup.
Chipotle Bets Big on Brand With Two C-Suite Hires
Chipotle taps Fernando Machado as chief brand officer and creates a new chief digital officer role for Arlie Sisson, signaling a dual push on brand and technology.
Yum Brands’ Secret Weapon: Sharing Value Playbooks Across Brands
Yum Brands executives across Taco Bell, KFC, and Habit Burger share value strategies as cost-conscious consumers reshape quick-service demand.
Walmart’s Grocery Grip Is Slipping
Walmart grocery sales growth hit just 3% year-over-year, signaling a market share slide that competitors and suppliers should not ignore.
‘FRESH Act’ Is Now The Most Contested Regulatory Legislation In The U.S. Food System
The FRESH Act of 2026 proposes sweeping FDA ingredient oversight changes. GRAS reform is the flashpoint dividing regulators, advocates, and manufacturers.