Shauna Golden

Häppy Candy is rolling out to select Whole Foods Market stores across the Northeast and South Pacific regions after completing the retailer’s Local And Emerging Brands Accelerator Program (LEAP)

For years, packaged food companies have largely competed on product innovation, promotional support, and brand equity. But a new report suggests those strategies alone may no longer be enough.

As Americana becomes increasingly popular, brands face a key challenge: How do they create something that feels real and resonant rather than simply wrapping a product in red, white and blue?

Saigon Bonbon is among the newest entrants in the gummy candy space, pairing Vietnamese-inspired flavors with lower-sugar formulations and a brand story rooted in culture, community and representation.

The Better Meat Co. announced today that it will begin doing business as BMC Ingredients to expand the market for its Rhiza mycelium ingredients into additional food categories.

As Partake celebrates its 10th anniversary, the brand credits one early strategic decision with laying the foundation for that growth: pursuing mainstream retail from the beginning.

Kroger has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire regional grocery chain Giant Eagle for $1.65 billion, marking its first major acquisition since its failed megamerger with Albertsons.

Refresh Gum is making one of its biggest moves yet, entering new categories and rolling out revamped packaging across its entire portfolio to accelerate growth in the mainstream market.

High-protein ice cream purveyor Frozen One announced this week it has raised a $5.75 million seed round led by Brand Foundry Ventures.

Consumers have more ways than ever to optimize their health. But as the wellness market grows more crowded, shoppers are becoming more selective about which products – and which claims – they trust.