Author: Nila Kartika Wati

Sean McBride, founder of DSM Strategic Communications and former executive vice president of the Grocery Manufacturers Association (now the Consumer Brands Association), offers an analysis of the current regulatory landscape surrounding the "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) movement’s approach to food policy. The foundational principle of effective governance, particularly within the United States federal system,…

The frozen food sector has experienced a significant surge in sales, a trend largely attributed to the prevailing economic pressures faced by consumers. This upswing indicates a strategic shift by shoppers towards cost-effective and convenient meal solutions, as detailed in a recent comprehensive report. The data suggests that beyond mere economic necessity, evolving consumer perceptions…

The escalating asking prices for acquisition targets are creating a more challenging environment for food companies like Mondelēz International to pursue mergers and acquisitions, as a "desperate" appetite for growth drives up valuations across the industry. This trend, fueled by the need to inject dynamism into slowing sales with trendier, higher-growth brands, is making it…

In a significant move that will see the iconic Green Giant brand’s canned and frozen product lines reunited under a single corporate umbrella, Seneca Foods has announced its acquisition of the Green Giant frozen business from B&G Foods. This strategic acquisition, finalized on March 2, 2026, marks a pivotal moment for both companies and signals…

After more than three decades as a dominant force in the single-serve coffee market, Keurig, a brand synonymous with convenient home brewing, has finally introduced its own branded coffee with the launch of the Keurig Coffee Collective. This strategic move signals a significant evolution for the beverage giant, aiming to capture a larger share of…

Target’s strategic decision to eliminate synthetic dyes from its extensive cereal selection, slated for completion by the end of 2026, marks a significant shift in the retail giant’s approach to private-label product formulation. This move aligns with a growing consumer demand for cleaner ingredient lists, particularly in products marketed towards families and children. The retailer’s…

PepsiCo is set to shutter its Frito-Lay distribution facility in Rancho Cucamonga, California, on June 6, a move that will result in the layoff of 248 employees. This closure marks the latest instance of the global food and beverage giant streamlining its operations to align production and distribution with evolving consumer purchasing habits and economic…

The American grocery landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, characterized by a stark divergence in consumer spending patterns driven by widening economic disparities. Recent findings shared by FMI—The Food Industry Association, citing data from NielsenIQ, reveal a growing chasm between affluent shoppers who are increasing their food expenditures and lower-income consumers who are being forced…

The burgeoning use of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, widely recognized for their efficacy in weight management and treatment of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, is prompting a significant recalibration within the food industry. Executives from major food conglomerates are publicly acknowledging the profound and likely enduring impact these medications will have on consumer…

The J.M. Smucker Co. is implementing a series of significant strategic adjustments, including the addition of new independent directors to its Board of Directors and a substantial reduction in its product portfolio, in response to a dynamic market environment and heightened investor scrutiny. These moves signal a proactive approach by the consumer staples giant to…