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Cargill to Buy ADM's Chocolate Business

Purchase expands Cargill's chocolate footprint in North America and Europe

September 2, 2014

Cargill has agreed to purchase Archer Daniels Midland Company's global chocolate business for $440 million.

Dannon Yogurt and Probiotics Fellowship Program Kicks Off Third Year

Program offers educational opportunity for graduate students

August 28, 2014

As part of The Dannon Company’s continued commitment to encouraging Americans to eat yogurt every day and to future scientific leaders, the company announced the launch of the third annual Dannon Yogurt and Probiotics Fellowship Program.

Effects of Omega-3s on ALS

Omega-3 fatty acids are known to help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress on cells

August 27, 2014

ALS is a progressive disease that causes nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord to break down and die. The condition is relatively rare, with roughly 5,000 patients being diagnosed with ALS each year.

America’s Water Consumption Increases by More Than 68 Million Servings

Natural Marketing Institute identifies health and wellness consumer trend

August 27, 2014

Research conducted by Natural Marketing Institute (NMI), a strategic consulting and market research firm, shows that the American consumption of water has increased by more than 68 million 8-ounce servings in less than a year.

Keurig Partners with Kraft

Maxwell House and Gevalia brands to be offered using single-serve brewing system.

August 27, 2014

Keurig Green Mountain has announced a partnership with Kraft Foods to make the latter's branded coffees—including Maxwell House and Gevalia—for Keurig's single-serve brewing systems.

Ore-Ida Tater Tots Celebrate Six Decades

Tater Tots potato trends continue to develop in foodservice and retail

August 26, 2014

This year, Ore-Ida® Tater Tots® celebrate six decades on the American table. A family favorite for generations, the Tater Tots brand will commemorate the anniversary the only way it knows how – with originality, quality and flavor.

Driving Growth of Healthier Snacks

Blurring lines between meals and snack foods could keep snacks on rise in the near future

August 25, 2014

U.S. consumers are eating traditional snack foods, particularly snacks with a perceived health benefit, in between and at meals, and this behavior will drive the growth of snack foods eaten at main meals over next five year.