Abigail Buckwalter, former Nestlé CEO, appointed as the new leader of Ocean Spray, signaling a strategic shift towards health and wellness.

Ocean Spray Names Abigail Buckwalter Former Nestlé CEO

Ocean Spray, the iconic cranberry juice brand, has tapped Abigail Buckwalter, a former Nestlé Health Science U.

3 min read·June 26, 2026

Alcohol industry executives and consumers looking concerned about value and pricing in a bar setting.

The Pantry·3 min read

Alcohol brands must emphasize value to grow sales, report says

A smartphone scanning a QR code on a PepsiCo or Coca-Cola can, revealing ingredient safety information.

Snack News·3 min read

PepsiCo, Coca-Cola Use QR Codes for Ingredient Transparency

Reviews·2 min read

Kroger and Aldi Drive Private Brand Growth Amid Supply Chain Challenges

A judge's gavel striking a block in a courtroom, signifying a legal decision against state restrictions on SNAP benefit purchases of soda and candy.

The Pantry·3 min read

Judge Blocks States From Barring Soda and Candy From SNAP Benefits

Heather Hoytink, the newly appointed US President of The Hershey Company, walks towards the factory entrance, symbolizing a new era of leadership starting in 2026.

Reviews·2 min read

Hershey Appoints Heather Hoytink as US President, Starts 2026

Advanced bakery production line with robotic arms, symbolizing the Europastry acquisition of Highland Baking and its US market expansion.

Recipes·3 min read

Europastry to acquire Highland Baking to boost US presence

Diamond Brew coffee pods with celebrity investors DeAndre Hopkins, Sean Clifford, and Charlie Walk in the background, symbolizing a successful pre-seed funding round.

Snack News·3 min read

Diamond Brew closes oversubscribed pre-seed funding round

Diverse group of young adults celebrating with Modelo's new range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cheladas in a lively urban environment.

Reviews·3 min read

Modelo Unveils New Strategy Targeting Gen Z Consumers

Rafael Oliveira, the new CEO of Heineken, overlooking a modern brewery, representing a new era of leadership and growth.

The Pantry·2 min read

Heineken Appoints Rafael Oliveira as New CEO from JDE Peet's

Interior view of Nestlé's new Arvin, California distribution hub, showcasing advanced robotics and automated systems handling products.

The Pantry·2 min read

Nestlé rolls out massive automation at new distribution hub

Opinion & Editorial

A diverse array of innovative and healthy CPG snacks displayed in a futuristic supermarket aisle, representing the surge in snack innovation.

CPG snack innovation will surge in 2026. Are you ready?

Marco Diaz · May 14

A Pringles can creatively interacting with a glass of Miller Lite beer, symbolizing a unique food and beverage collaboration.

Miller Lite Pringles flavors are here, but is it marketing genius or a flop?

Marco Diaz · Jun 18

A consumer in a supermarket aisle overwhelmed by snack choices, highlighting the need for CPG brands to innovate beyond price.

CPG snack brands must innovate beyond price to capture evolving 2026 trends.

Siobhan Walsh · May 20

A selection of plant-based pet treats on a table, with a dog and cat looking on uncertainly, symbolizing the unknown health benefits.

Plant-Based Pet Treats: Unproven Health. 2026 Trends Unready.

Dr. Lena Hanson · Jun 19

Analysis & Trends

A selection of high-protein snack sticks, some whole and some broken, displayed under dramatic lighting to symbolize the contrast between their marketing and actual health implications.

Evaluating High-Protein Snack Sticks: Health vs. Reality

Dr. Lena Hanson · Jun 26

A traveler with a packed lunchbox of healthy snacks at an airport, contrasting with the busy terminal, symbolizing preparedness and sustained energy.

Dietitian Approved Snacks for Sustained Energy

Dr. Lena Hanson · Jun 24

A bustling Mexican market scene showcasing a wide variety of healthy and innovative baby snacks, emphasizing natural ingredients and clear packaging.

Baby Snacks Market Booming: Mexico's Rapid Growth & Innovations

Marco Diaz · Jun 9

A split image showing the DIY creation of dirty soda contrasted with modern, ready-to-drink cans available in stores.

The Rise of Dirty Soda: From DIY to Ready-to-Drink

Marco Diaz · Jun 3

Fans celebrating at a sporting event with a wide array of premium non-alcoholic craft beverages prominently displayed.

Non-alcoholic craft beverage market nears trillion-dollar valuation

Marco Diaz · Jun 21

A golden retriever happily anticipates a selection of safe fruits and vegetables like blueberries, carrots, and apple slices laid out for it.

9 Healthy Fruit and Vegetable Snacks for Dogs

Dr. Lena Hanson · Jun 5

Explainers

A glass jar of kombucha with tea leaves in the background, showcasing the fermentation process and the drink's rich color.

How Do Scientific Principles of Kombucha Fermentation Affect Tea?

Dr. Lena Hanson · Jun 23

Futuristic cityscape with integrated vertical farms, drones delivering produce, and holographic displays showing personalized nutrition, representing advancements in food technology.

What are innovations in food tech?

Dr. Lena Hanson · Jun 22

A visual representation of the brain's neural pathways and reward system being activated by tempting snack foods, illustrating the neurological basis of cravings.

How Do Psychological and Neurological Drivers Cause Snack Cravings?

Dr. Lena Hanson · Jun 18

A vintage bottle of Bubble Up lemon-lime soda, once a market leader, now a high-priced collectible, is shown in a nostalgic setting.

What is Bubble Up Soda and its Market Shifts?

Marco Diaz · Jun 21

Close-up of a golden-brown, crispy snack showcasing the appealing textures and colors developed by the Maillard reaction.

What Is the Maillard Reaction and Why Does it Matter for Snacks?

Dr. Lena Hanson · Jun 17

A nostalgic scene of a vintage snack counter in a mid-century diner or amusement park, showcasing iconic snack brands and happy customers.

What Is the History of Classic Snack Brands and Their Cultural Impact?

Arthur Pendelton · May 13

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