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Tyson Foods Inc. said it made strides in the meat business this year and predicts more improvements next year, but analysts worry the company's all-important chicken business is lagging others in the industry. Complete Story...
Bakery goods company Flowers Foods Inc. on Friday said its board elected David V. Singer, president and chief executive officer of Lance Inc., to the board.
Hormel Foods Corp. reports results for its fiscal fourth quarter on Tuesday before the market opens. The following is a summary of key developments and analyst opinion related to the period.
Tyson Foods Inc., the world's largest meat producer, is scheduled to report results for its fiscal fourth quarter on Monday before the market opens. The following is a summary of key developments and analyst opinion related to the period.
Packaged foods company Pinnacle Foods Group is buying Birds Eye Foods, the nation's largest frozen food company, for $1.3 billion.
In a move that signals Tyson Foods Inc. believes its chicken business is again profitable, the world's largest meat maker has named a new CEO to replace interim head Leland Tollett, who had been tapped in January to help weather an industry downturn.
An analyst upgraded Smithfield Food Inc. on Wednesday, sending shares of the food maker to a 13-month high.
A company that produces frozen foods for restaurants and retailers has announced plans to expand its southern Indiana operations and possibly add hundreds of jobs in the coming years.
Whole Foods Market Inc. appears to be adjusting to its new economic reality.
Driven by childhood obesity worries or other food anxieties, more parents are turning into food cops, monitoring every morsel their children eat. But forbidding foods can backfire.
Hormel Foods Corp. raised its 2009 profit guidance Monday, citing strong performance from its refrigerated foods and grocery segments, as well as improving performance in its turkey business.
Whole Foods Market Inc. said Tuesday that its fiscal third-quarter profit grew nearly 3 percent — beating expectations — as sales improved at the natural and organic grocery store chain.
Kraft Foods Inc. said Tuesday its second-quarter profit rose 11 percent even though its revenue slipped as the dollar's strength weighed down international sales.
Whole Foods Market Inc. said Wednesday that its quarterly profit fell 32 percent as shoppers spent conservatively during the recession, but the results narrowly beat Wall Street expectations.
Tyson Foods Inc., the world's largest meat producer, reports results for its fiscal second quarter on Monday before the market opens. The following is a summary of key developments and analyst opinion related to the period.
Pork processor Smithfield Foods Inc.'s shares fell Monday as investors worried about how consumers would respond to the swine flu outbreak despite Mexican officials stating that no infected pigs have been found anywhere in Mexico.
What we know for sure about diet and what protects the heart is a relatively short list.
The choices that you make now can affect how you'll age later. There are some things you can do to keep that "fountain of youth" flowing for yourself and it goes much further than just having good genes. Remember, genes only account for a third of healthy aging — the rest is up to you. Body+Soul magazine offers smart, simple tips to help you age gracefully:
The government's system for tracing foods is riddled with holes, and that could undercut officials' ability to find the source of a disease outbreak or bioterrorism attack, according to a federal report released Thursday.
Higher prices and shoppers cooking more meals at home helped ConAgra Foods Inc. post higher sales Thursday, even as the maker of Healthy Choice entrees and Peter Pan peanut butter saw quarterly profit drop because of the sale of a business.
Tyson Foods Inc. said Friday it had completed the sale of its Lakeside Farm Industries operation in Alberta, Canada, to XL Foods Inc.
Whole Foods Market Inc. will sell 13 stores to resolve the Federal Trade Commission's challenge of its $565 million purchase of Wild Oats Markets, the company said Friday.
Tangy grill glazes, gourmet fruit salsas, spicy molasses-based barbecue sauces, red chile raspberry jam — these items may seem too ritzy to stock as essential kitchen items for families struggling through these rough economic times.
Hormel Foods Corp., the maker of Spam and other food products, said Thursday that its fiscal first-quarter profit fell 8 percent in part because of higher-than-expected hog costs, but the showing easily beat analyst estimates.
The nation's largest pork producer, Smithfield Foods Inc., said Tuesday it plans to close six factories and cut 1,800 jobs to streamline its pork business.
Scary Chemicals Found in Food Hidden Ingredients Some everyday foods, especially the processed and packaged kind, have been found to contain potentially-harmful chemicals.
20 Superfoods for Weight LossIt's time for a new slim-down mantra: Eat more to weigh less. No joke! The right foods help you drop pounds by revving your calorie burn and curbing cravings. We consulted top experts for the best picks and asked leading chefs for easy, tasty ways to prepare them.
8 Foods That Fight FatWant to lose weight as you chow down? Your wish is granted! (I promise, this is no fairy tale.) Your supermarket is filled with foods that studies show have lipid-melting powers to help melt fat and keep you slim.
Top ten foods that can make you sick Food borne illness affects an estimated 76 million people each year in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Among those cases, 325,000 people are hospitalized each year, and 5,000 die -- just from what they ate.
6 foods to increase your brain-power Whether you're heading back to classes or to work after a vacation, you might need a brain boost.
Healthy food alternatives for your Labor Day cookoutAs the Labor Day holiday draws nears, families around the Tampa Bay area will be firing up the backyard grill and hosting parties for friends and family. This usually means grilling hamburgers, hot dogs, ribs or some other high calorie treats for the picnic table.
My neighbor last week did some work for a friend and was able to harvest some veges as part of her reward for helping...the friend was able to give away some of her surplus and it helped my neighbor with her food budget too...I also was given a LOT of this bounty...
Gourmet alert! The world's strangest food There's nothing like a fine dining experience to really jazz the senses. Depending on mood, time of day and level of hunger, a fabulous meal can range from a Big Mac to items from a seriously worded menu at your favorite fine dining establishment.
8 Ways to Help Your Health NaturallyI've always been a little squeamish about taking medicine. Blame my dislike of forced medicine as a kid, but if there's a way to treat an ailment without drugs, sign me up.
Sometime back I had read a beautiful article on Nutrition by Jonny Bowden who writes for Forbes. The author while arguing that there is no such thing as a perfect diet for humans had put forward a case for food that is whole and sans (or with minimum) processing.
Gardening Changes Fast Food Addict's LifeOne unexpected but delightful outcome of Nick's internship was a change in his relationship to food. He was used to eating a lot of fast food; it was cheap and tasted good.
Metabolism-boosting Foods; Lose Weight While You Eat... Metabolism is a process that breaks down carbohydrates, fats and proteins in the food you eat to make the energy your body needs to build and maintain itself. Proper nutrition keeps your body functioning well, but the right foods can also speed up your metabolism.
5 foods that give you natural energyForget the energy drinks, supplements or packaged sports bars -- get your zip from naturally energizing foods. Try these five to get extra oomph every day.
Unusual State Fair FoodsState fair season is here, and while the animals and amusement park rides command a healthy dose of attention, most people still get the most excited about the food.
The 20 Healthiest Foods for Under $1Food prices are climbing, and some might be looking to fast foods and packaged foods for their cheap bites. But low cost doesn't have to mean low quality. In fact, some of the most inexpensive things you can buy are the best things for you.
Herbs have been part of every culture and medical tradition since the earliest humans walked the earth for treatment of everything from colds to digestive issues to depression.
How to Save Money Buying Natural FoodsLet's face it, you can't help but notice that organic and natural foods cost a lot more…or do they? It really all depends on where you shop, what you buy, and how savvy you are when it comes to food. Here are 15 ways to help you eat more whole, natural foods for less $$.
Diet Tips For The Holiday SeasonI always end up eating a lot more than anticipated at events and holidays, but there's a way around it. FInd out some helpful hints here.
Eating and diet tips for workHere's a good summary of what to do to keep healthy at work. Workplaces are notorious for unhealthy foods, and the recent events in banning high GI and high fat foods in New York shows how urgent this is becoming. See some useful tips here.
Is Dominos' YouTube response enough?After the damage inflicted on its reputation by the YouTube video of its employees' unsavoury conduct, Dominos President Patrick Doyle has responded with a video of his own in an attempt to reassure its customers.
Former Domino's workers charged in food tampering caseCONOVER - Two former employees of Domino's Pizza were charged Wednesday with one felony count each of distribution of prohibited foods in connection to a video released on YouTube.
Man says gummy snack came with toothHow much is a stray tooth worth? Somewhere between $35 and $35,000. Or so hopes Shea Harris of Raleigh, who discovered what looks like a human tooth embedded in the dinosaur-shaped gummy fruit snack he was eating. The tooth was not his own.
GMO: Study shows unborn babies could be harmedCombing thru the data on GMO foods, I found this one that suggests eating GMO foods thru one's pregnancy can result in underweight babies.
Diet-Friendly Energy Boosting FoodsFeeling sluggish just as you're trying to slim down for spring? Here are a few suggestions from Hungry Girl on what to eat for a diet-friendly energy boost... Low Glycemic Index Foods Foods with a high glycemic index (refined pasta, soda, candy, etc.) giv …
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