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food_dive:
— Developed in house with Google Cloud’s Gemini Enterprise, the system uses computer vision to evaluate produce images against Albertsons’ quality standards. It is currently implemented in select distribution centres for strawberries and grapes, with plans to expand to additional products and locations.
Christopher Doering / food_dive:
— Go Wandr looks to tap into consumer interest in global flavors and textures, starting with a Japan-inspired mochi gummy. The Ring Pop maker is expanding into international flavors with the new brand.
Mark Murphy / nosh:
— The stories cover separate topics, including a zero-proof spirits interview, non-alcoholic wine pricing, a report on Danone and Lifeway Foods, Licensing Expo 2026, and food and beverage funding news.
Justin Jefferson / food_dive:
— Beginning May 19, the airline is cutting its complimentary beverage and snack service on many flights of less than 350 miles. The change affects about 9% of Delta’s up to 5,500 daily flights, according to a spokesperson.
food_business_news:
— The Better Butchers, a Canadian maker of plant-based meat alternatives, has signed a letter of intent to be acquired by Health Logic Interactive, a dormant public company, in a proposed reverse takeover transaction.
verasidfhaosidhsodih / vegconomist_de:
— A 14-member panel convened by Healthy Eating Research published a technical report recommending that certain ultra-processed foods be treated differently under US policy. Separately, the British Nutrition Foundation and an international academic panel released reports calling for lower prices on healthier foods and defining a whole-food, predominantly plant-based diet as a minimum recommendation for healthcare systems.
ESM Magazine / esm_magazine:
— Revenue grew 9.5% to £2.98 billion in the 52 weeks ended 28 March 2026, while profit rose 14.5% to £237 million. UK food revenue increased 9.4%, with poultry sales up 13.9% and accounting for 20.3% of group revenue.
verasidfhaosidhsodih / vegconomist_de:
— The coverage includes a new soy protein facility in Indiana, nationwide retail expansion in Germany, product launches, an executive appointment, and updated federal production data. The articles were published between May 17 and May 19, 2026.
the_grocer:
— Kerry Dairy Ireland has rebranded as Kinisla and announced a five-year investment programme of €300 million with plans to create 100 jobs. Over the next 12 to 24 months, Kinisla will create these new jobs in central and other functions.
BevNET.com Staff / bevnet:
— Ian Tecklin, the founder and CEO of chef-driven frozen pasta brand Ripi, said the company secured nationwide launches at Whole Foods and Target within its first 15 months. He said brand identity and packaging were core investments from day one.
Peter Adams / food_dive:
— Kraft Heinz is capitalizing on the 250th anniversary of the U.S. with its largest portfolio campaign to date, according to a press release. “The United Tastes of America” is rolling out for Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer cookout season.
Express Checkout / express_checkout:
— Demand for whey protein has increased sharply, straining available supply. Producers are facing tighter inventories as orders rise.
the_grocer:
— JJ Foodservice has launched a range of herbs and spices under its new Signature premium own brand. The range features 16 products including oregano, cumin, turmeric, sumac, and isot pepper.
the_grocer:
— Brits believe supermarkets are making profit margins of 50%, a survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs has found, despite the true figure falling around 2% to 4%. Brits “significantly overestimate” the profits of supermarkets, the survey of 3,001 British voters conducted in January found.
Robert Freedman / grocery_dive:
— The grocery chain has two years to upgrade 600 refrigeration units under a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice and the Environmental Protection Agency. Kroger will pay $2.5 million in fines as part of the agreement.
the_grocer:
— Greene King revealed it had sold the brand to Estrella Damm’s UK arm, Damm UK. The pub group will now focus on the on-trade as part of a new brewing strategy.
ESM Magazine / esm_magazine:
— The retailer is adding yoghurts, puddings, wraps, bars, soft drinks and ready-to-eat meals under its Milsani, River and Aldi Sports labels. The summer range is available from 7 April to 27 September.
the_grocer:
— Nescafé has stepped into the chilled ready-to-drink coffee segment, launching cans in Iced Latte and Caramel Latte. The new RTDs carry an rsp of £2 per 250ml can and are in the chillers of major retailers now.
Stack3d / stack3d:
— Companies including Trevisan, Big, Vital Proteins, EHP Labs, Huel and Barebells introduced new flavors, formats or line extensions. Retailers Walmart and Target also received exclusive Quest Protein Chips flavors.
grocery_dive:
— Over the past five years, Ferrero said it has created more than 1,000 new jobs and expanded its facilities to better serve consumers and retail partners. The company said its most recent launch of Nutella Peanut marks the first time a Nutella product has been manufactured in the region.
ESM Magazine / esm_magazine:
— The global vineyard surface area shrank for the sixth consecutive year to 7.0 million hectares, while production was estimated at 227 million hectolitres. Global wine consumption fell 2.7% to 208 million hectolitres and export volumes dropped 4.7% to 94.8 million hectolitres.
Courtney Rehfeldt / athletech_news:
— Nourish, a New York-based virtual nutrition clinic, has closed a $100 million Series C led by Menlo Ventures, bringing total funding to $215 million in just over four years. The round lands roughly 13 months after the company’s $70 million Series B.
Augustus Bambridge-Sutton / food_navigator_europe:
— Forty of the world’s leading food companies have committed to accelerating regenerative agriculture across their supply chains. The declaration supports the Sustainable Agriculture Initiative’s Regenerating Together Programme, aligning measurement, implementation and farmer adoption.
Cassandra Stern / nutraingredients:
— The partnership gives Healthy Extracts immediate relevance in beauty-from-within, a high-growth category where brand, retail access, consumer trust and product experience matter. The combined platform could reach an annualized revenue run rate of approximately $24 million by the end of 2026, with projected revenues exceeding $55 million in 2027.
Peter Hobson / inside_fmcg:
— Australia, the third-largest wheat exporting nation, may have as much as 10 million tonnes less to ship in the upcoming season, an amount equivalent to 5 per cent of annual global exports. A smaller harvest would reduce global wheat supply and put upward pressure on prices.
Hui Ling Dang / nutraingredients:
— In South Korea, Little Better, an unmanned retail franchise operated by local firm Muinos and specializing in health functional foods, is set to open its first store in Songdo, Incheon this year. Amid the growing unmanned retail market, "Zero" convenience stores focused on dietary supplements and health functional foods are emerging as an opportune new business model.
food_manufacture:
— Open to all UK-focused food and drink businesses, the awards recognise teams and individuals who transform data, consumer understanding and market insight into measurable commercial impact. Finalists will be announced in September, with winners revealed at a live event in London on 12 November 2026.
Elizabeth Crawford / food_navigator_europe:
— Why do consumers keep paying more for some brands even when budgets are tight? Kantar BrandZ’s Ellie Thorpe breaks down the emotional connections, cultural relevance and innovation strategies helping companies like Coca-Cola, Red Bull and Walmart outperform in a volatile economy.
Kaycee Enerva / inside_fmcg:
— The company is adding Cherry & Vanilla, Raspberry Ripple and Salted Caramel to the range. The products will initially be available in Tesco this month before a wider nationwide rollout.
Tingmin Koe / nutraingredients:
— Last month, the company launched new plant protein powder products under the Elevate range. The Elevate protein bars contain over 15 grams of protein and over 8 grams of fiber, with less than 5 grams of sugar.
Chris Campbell and George Hajjar / food_institute:
— The 21st annual edition of the event took place May 13-14 in New York City, bringing together stakeholders across the food and agriculture value chain. Speakers described an industry navigating heightened volatility driven by commodity swings and geopolitical conflict.