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Online grocery accounted for more than 19% of total grocery spending in the first quarter, as shoppers seek more ultra-fast delivery options.

The Buffalo, N.Y.-based maker of organic seed-based snacks has completed the largest expansion in its history, doubling production capacity while rolling out new sustainable packaging and adding two flavors to its cracker lineup.

The additions bring Blue Zones Kitchen’s total distribution to approximately 7,000 doors nationwide, joining existing retail partners such as Whole Foods Market, Sprouts, Publix and H-E-B.

This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss how Nestlé USA nixed synthetic dyes across its food and beverage portfolio and why hydration brand LMNT is suing Oasis, a product ratings app. The hosts also break down new funding for collagen protein bar brand Stars + Honey and aguas frescas maker Bawi.

Danone filed a federal lawsuit against rival Chobani, alleging the company’s “20G Protein” tubs mislead consumers about the products’ protein content.

As consumer habits evolve, packaged food brands are banking on breakfast. This week, two brands announced forays into the morning meal occasion.

Good Culture announced today its partnership with farmer-owned cooperative Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) to invest in a dedicated production facility for its cultured dairy products.

Six years after selling better-for-you candy business SmartSweets, Tara Bosch has set her sights on another snack aisle staple: potato chips.

DropOut Companies, the parent company of fast-growing frozen challenger brands Jams and Bronco Breakfast Bagels, has named former LesserEvil executive Andrew Strife as its CEO.

Multi-vertical private equity firm Hoffman Family of Companies announced today it has acquired Cedar Crest Ice Cream, a Wisconsin-based frozen dessert manufacturer.

Nestlé USA has completed the removal of artificial colors from its U.S. food and beverage portfolio, marking a significant milestone in the company’s broader effort to align with shifting consumer expectations around ingredients, transparency and nutrition.

Archer Meat Snacks is branching beyond beef and turkey for the first time, betting chicken can help fuel its next phase of growth as retailers devote more space to the booming meat snacks category.

The Campbell’s Company is expanding its reach in the growing gluten-free category through a new partnership with Banza, marking the first time it has launched a gluten-free version of its condensed chicken noodle soup.

The affected sites include a beef production plant in Souderton, Pa., that employs 1,700 workers and a value-added facility in Memphis that employs 200 workers,