Lukas Southard
Posts by Lukas Southard
Lucky Energy Founder Enters Longevity Market With Gummies
Richard Laver, the founder behind Kate Farms and Lucky Energy, is preparing to launch a new longevity supplement gummy.
Marzetti Weathers Impact Of Cyclospora Outbreak, Leans Into Co-Branded Innovation
The Marzetti Co. reported softer sales in Q1 as consumers avoided leafy greens amid a recent cyclospora outbreak.
Once Upon A Farm Recalls Tractor Wheels, Stock Plummets
Once Upon A Farm has voluntarily recalled its Tractor Wheels soft-baked bars following a FDA advisory about a potentially choking hazard.
Doughy Unveils New Branding, Cookie ‘Puck’ Flatpacks At Target
Edible cookie dough brand Doughy has revamped its visual identity as it launches its new flat-pack format in Target for the holidays.
Vaca Chips Raises $5.6M For Second Investment This Year
Beef tallow tortilla chip brand Vaca Chips has raised a fresh $5.6 million, led by Barrel Ventures, after raising $1.5M over the summer.
Distribution: That’s It. Brings Granola To Target
That’s it. has entered Target with its fruit granola product line as JUNKLESS expands its footprint into over 6,000 new doors.
Post-Acquisition Bachan’s Enters Mayo Category
After its acquisition earlier this year by Marzetti, Japanese-inspired sauce brand Bachan’s is entering the mayonnaise category.
WILDE Raises $40M, Prepares To Enter Additional Snack Categories
Chicken chip and cracker brand WILDE Brands is preparing for its next growth phase with a $40 million investment from S2G Investments.
Sunday Supper Selected For Barilla Incubator Program
Frozen Italian meal maker Sunday Supper has been chosen to take part in Barilla’s Good Food Makers 2026 innovation program.
Sunshine Buns Raising $7M, Launches At Target
Frozen cinnamon roll brand Sunshine Buns is in the process of raising a $7 million round as it enters 1,000 Target locations nationwide.









