Smithfield Foods CEO Ken Sullivan to retire in early 2021
Sullivan's first four years as CEO saw "the highest profit periods in the company's history," then the 2020 coronavirus pandemic interrupted what was shaping up to be a "record year," the company said.
Perdue Chicken makes clear it's not affiliated with Sen. Perdue after he mispronounces Kamala Harris' name
Sen. Perdue said he "meant no disrespect" with his pronunciation of Harris' name.
Atlanta Fed president 'concerned' about uneven economic recovery
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic said Sunday that he's "concerned" the road to recovery from the coronavirus pandemic may be uneven for different sectors of the U.S. economy.
‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ creator launches fundraiser to feed people on Election Day
Famous screenwriter turned TV food host, Phil Rosenthal, is leading a philanthropic campaign for Americans who go out and vote on Election Day.
Rapper Nelly touched by beer-can shoutout from Budweiser: 'Something to live up to'
Rapper Nelly will be featured on Budweiser tall-boy cans in St. Louis starting on Oct. 20.
New York City restaurants offer actors ‘eat now, pay later’ meals
Marseille and Nizza, two restaurants in New York City’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, is offering Actor’s Equity card holders “eat now, pay later” meals every night starting at 9 p.m. until close.
How a Goya boycott led to a 'buycott'
First, the Goya Foods boycott turned into a “buycott.” Now the largest Hispanic-owned foods company is finding favorable backlash in the wake of the CEO’s praise for President Trump.
Coca-Cola will stop making Tab diet soda, company announces
Tab diet soda is heading the way of Crystal Pepsi and Jolt cola.
Cracker Barrel executive says pandemic accelerated menu changes, altered restaurant's holiday offerings
Cracker Barrel’s Head of Culinary Innovation and Menu Strategy spilled the beans on new offerings at its more than 650 eateries
Whole Foods' customers, employees unhappy with strict new dress code
Whole Foods will no longer allow employees to wear clothing or face masks with “busy patterns” or t-shirts with any messages, logos or flags, Business Insider reported on Wednesday.
Here’s why canned corn might be tough to find at supermarkets
The pandemic has roiled the supply chain for canned sweet corn in several ways, meaning it might be tough to track down at your local grocery store, a new report says.
Hormel giving away free bacon-scented face masks
The company, known for its Black Label bacon, unveiled a face mask dubbed "Breathable Bacon."
Popeyes sales are soaring, but its sister restaurants are seeing declines
It’s been a good year for fried chicken.
Pilgrim’s Pride reaches plea deal with Justice Department on chicken price-fixing allegations
A Justice Department spokeswoman confirmed that the department's antitrust division has entered into a plea agreement with Pilgrim's.
Taco Bell partners with DoorDash for delivery services
Taco Bell still won’t sell you a Mexican pizza or spicy potato soft taco, but there is a new way for diners to get Taco Bell delivered.
Panera is the first restaurant brand to label climate-friendly meals
In a collaboration with the World Resources Institute, Panera will be the first national chain to roll out the climate-friendly “Cool Food Meals” labels on items with low greenhouse gas emissions.
Burger King teams with PlayStation to give away PS5 consoles
Burger King and Sony are teaming up ahead of the release of the PlayStation 5.
Starbucks aims to increase corporate workforce diversity, commits over $1.5M in grants to nonprofits
Starbucks will publicly track how well it's meeting diversity goals as it works to be more transparent in its commitment to providing a more inclusive environment, the coffee giant announced Wednesday.
Tillamook Creamery helping farmers with $1.6M donation to promote 'robust and sustainable' food supply
A 111-year-old farmer-owned dairy co-op in the Pacific Northwest announced Monday it's giving a group its biggest donation in decades to help struggling American farmers.
Kraft Macaroni & Cheese responds to criticism of 'Send Noods' campaign, vows to remove social media posts
Keep your “noods” to yourself.



















