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What Investors Are Telling Us About DoorDash’s Deal for Instacart
DoorDash’s $17 billion acquisition of Instacart could reshape grocery delivery competition, but regulatory hurdles, investor skepticism, and Uber’s missed opportunity raise questions about the deal’s long-term impact on the food industry. The post What Investors Are Telling Us…
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The Cult of Crunch: Apple Varieties Engender Fierce Loyalty
Honeycrisp and Cosmic Crisp lead a fierce consumer loyalty contest, proving crispness and juiciness matter. Discover how apple breeding, branded varieties, and premium pricing shape the fresh produce industry. The post The Cult of Crunch: Apple Varieties Engender Fierce Loyalty…
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C-Store Foodservice Evolution: What Brands Must Do to Win
Convenience stores are increasingly competing for the same foodservice occasions as restaurants. Leaders from CROSSMARK and CORE Away From Home join The Food Institute to examine what’s driving the shift, how consumer behavior is changing, and where the next opportunities for…
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My First Time in Europe: What I Learned Eating in Paris
From neighborhood bakeries to foie gras-topped burgers, Paris delivered memorable meals at surprisingly affordable prices during the recent SIAL event. A member of FI’s leadership team details his first European food tour, exploring French dining culture, restaurant service –…
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1M Chicks Slaughtered in New Bird Flu Outbreak
An Illinois bird flu outbreak has affected 934,600 birds, prompting mass culling amid the nation’s largest active outbreak. The post 1M Chicks Slaughtered in New Bird Flu Outbreak appeared first on The Food Institute .
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Will Gamified Employee Engagement Catch on Across Foodservice?
What if the best way to keep restaurant employees off their phones was to give them another smartphone app? That's the rationale behind Pryze, a gamified employee engagement platform that rewards workers for staying focused and meeting business goals. The post Will Gamified…
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Ultra-Processed Foods Face a Definition Dilemma
Most Americans say they avoid ultra-processed foods, even though many aren’t sure what qualifies. As regulators weigh a federal definition that could cost manufacturers $14B annually, experts say transparency and clear nutritional benefits may be key to rebuilding trust. The…
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A McRich History: 45 Years of the McRib
McDonald’s is celebrating the 45th anniversary of the McRib with an LTO return. Discover how scarcity marketing, cult-favorite status, and decades of comebacks turned a struggling sandwich into a fast-food promotional powerhouse. The post A McRich History: 45 Years of the McRib…
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FI Fast Break audio news: Oct. 28, 2026
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on the latest holiday menu items hitting restaurant menus, such as Country Fried Turkey. The post FI Fast Break audio news: Oct. 28, 2026 appeared first on The Food Institute .
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C-Stores Boosting Growth, Innovation for F&B Brands
At the 2026 NACS Show, Acosta Group’s Mark Rahiya highlighted convenience store growth opportunities for food brands through protein-rich snacks, healthier meals, strategic product bundling, shopper insights, and stronger retail execution. The post C-Stores Boosting Growth,…
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Confido Launches the First AI-Powered Foodservice Trade and Deductions Automation Platform
Foodservice manufacturers have long struggled with rebate losses and limited visibility into who is buying their products. AI-powered platforms like Confido are turning existing billback and claims data into a tool for recovering revenue, automating deductions, and uncovering…