Shauna Golden
Posts by Shauna Golden
Daily Briefing (Insiders Only): The FDA Talks Finalized ‘Healthy’ Definition
Nutrition is a hot topic these days as the Make America Healthy Again crowd spreads its message across the country. So it is important that, after years of discussion and controversy, the U.S. Food and Drug Association (FDA) is now talking through its finalized definition for the term “healthy.”
Simply Good Foods: ‘Mainstreaming of Consumer Demand for High Protein’ Boosts Q2 Earnings
In its second quarterly earnings report since acquiring OWYN, The Simply Good Foods Company (SGFC) posted double-digit net sales gains fueled, in part, by the “mainstreaming of consumer demand” for high-protein, low-sugar, low-carb foods and beverages. “With a diversified portfolio of three uniquely positioned brands aligned with these consumer megatrends, we believe Simply Good is… Read more »
Conagra Brands: Sales, Profits Slip Amid ‘Discrete’ Supply Chain Constraints
Against a backdrop of lagged shipments and “discrete” supply chain constraints, Conagra Brands posted net sales and gross profit declines during Q3, according to its quarterly earnings report released today.
Fresh Del Monte Takes Majority Stake in Avolio
Fresh cut fruit and vegetable distributor Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. has acquired a majority stake in Avolio, Uganda’s leading supplier of bulk crude and edible avocado oil, per an announcement today.
A Bite With…YumEarth CEO Steve Van Tassel
In an interview with Nosh, CEO Steve Van Tassel discussed how the brand approaches innovation, the impact he hopes the recent ban of Red Dye 3 will have on the industry and the top products currently driving growth in the non-chocolate candy space.
The Latest on Egg Prices
After months of egg shortages and surging prices linked to the latest avian flu outbreak, could relief finally be coming? The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said no significant avian flu outbreaks have been detected in nearly two weeks, per an Egg Markets Overview last week. The respite has allowed producers to make progress in reducing shell egg shortages.
UNFI: Natural Products Business, Efficiencies Boost Q2 Sales
United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) reported today a 4.9% year-over-year net sales increase to $8.2 billion in Q2, fueled by natural product growth and larger wholesale unit volumes.
B&G Foods Emphasizes Commitment to Portfolio Restructuring After $222M Q4 Net Loss
B&G Foods is doubling down on its portfolio reshaping efforts, seeking to build a “stable platform” for future growth after posting a Q4 net loss of $222.4 million in its earnings report yesterday.
Actual Veggies Closes $7 Million Series A, Gears Up for Costco Launch
Amidst accelerated growth, chef-crafted veggie burger brand Actual Veggies is making new hires and ramping up marketing efforts with the support of a $7 million investment round led by Relentless Consumer Partners, announced today.
Ahimsa Companies Snaps Up Blackbird Foods
Private equity firm Ahimsa Companies is growing its portfolio of plant-based food brands. The company announced on Friday it has acquired frozen pizza and wings purveyor Blackbird Foods.


