uptrained: Food industry faces challenges as obesity rate rises

STRATEGIC INSIGHTS
Sunday, March 27, 2016

Food industry faces challenges as obesity rate rises
The food industry will continue to be singled out as a key contributor to the problem.

Tyson Foods eyeing e-commerce
The launch of Tyson Tastemakers later this year will highlight innovation efforts uniquely designed for the e-commerce space.

Wal-Mart to build milk processing plant
Once operational in 2017, the new plant will serve more than 600 Wal-Mart stores in the region.

Kraft Heinz impressing investors
Strong net pricing seen as validation of strategy.

Slideshow: Snack debuts at Expo West
New product launches from General Mills, Hain Celestial and more. [ view slideshow ]

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Target exploring the future of food
Retailer testing concepts related to urban farming, food transparency and authenticity, supply chain and health.

Kellogg, Mars to label products with G.M.O.s
G.M.A.: 'Food companies are being forced to make decisions on how to comply' with Vermont's labeling law.

Sales growth continuing for Kroger's Simple Truth line
The company has applied its natural, organic learnings to its new Main & Vine store format.

Yogurt, retail merchandising headwinds impact General Mills earnings
Company sales fell 8% during the quarter.