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Walmart U.S. to Eliminate Synthetic Dyes Across All Private Brand Foods
Walmart U.S. is eliminating synthetic dyes and the use of an additional 30 ingredients, including certain preservatives, artificial sweeteners and fat substitutes from its private brand food products.
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CREDIT: Walmart
PepsiCo Recasts Protein Strategy With Science-Driven Beverage Launches
Propel, Muscle Milk and Starbucks packaged coffee to debut new protein formats in early 2026.
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CREDIT: PepsiCo
Generational Power Shift Redefines the Retail Future
As boomers and Gen X dominate today’s spend, rising wealth and influence among millennials, Gen Z and Gen Alpha are reshaping how brands must connect and innovate.
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Flavoring Beverages: Trends & Technologies
PF Chief Editor Bob Garrison talks beverage flavoring trends and technologies with Emily Cruz, R&D Manager, at Talking Rain Beverage Co.
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CREDIT: Talking Rain Beverage Co.



