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Distribution: Mighty Yum Reaches 600 C-Stores; Laoban Launches At Whole Foods
In this distribution roundup: Mighty Yum brings its plant-based lunch packs to Hungryroot and c-stores; Laoban launches frozen dumplings at Whole Foods nationwide; Yasso expands into the drug channel with CVS; and more.
Unilever Names New CEO, Reaffirms Food Brands Strategy
Unilever has appointed former H.J. Heinz executive Hein Schumacher to lead the CPG company effective July 1 reaffirming the multinational company’s commitment to its food brands.
Strvye Co-founders Reunite to Acquire and Invest in Emerging Brands
Ultimately the holding company plans to have four entities in the company’s portfolio, two of which are already accounted for: egg white-based chip company Quevos and supplement and energy drink brand ProSupps.
News Roundup: FDA Food Policy Commissioner Resigns; Flashfood Expands With Stop & Shop
In this week’s roundup: FDA Food Policy and Response Commissioner Frank Yiannas resigns; Flashfood expands to new Stop & Shop locations; Bipartisan SHIP IT Act is introduced to Congress; Meati opens the Mega Ranch; and Tyson CFO pleads guilty.
Notable New Products: Pancake Cereal & Baja Blast Hot Sauce
In this week’s new products roundup, Belgian Boys brings a viral TikTok trend to retail shelves, Lesser Evil unveils outer space-themed snacks and Goodles declares, “Here Comes Truffle.”
Amy’s Kitchen Adds Execs to Stabilize Supply Chain Ops, Brand Transparency
After a turbulent 12 months that saw challenges ranging from supply chain hiccups to labor disputes, organic food company Amy’s Kitchen is looking to bring stability to its business by bringing in experienced leaders to fill executive and management level roles across multiple departments.
BevNET and Naturally San Diego Kick Off Partnership with Industry Meetup on Feb. 20
BevNET is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Naturally San Diego, a community of local CPG businesses aiming to make greater San Diego the new nexus of natural products entrepreneurship.
NOSH Podcast: Is Faux Meat’s Failure Fake News?
The NOSH team discusses why a recent news piece has put big name brands in plant-based like Impossible Foods on the defensive and has caused the industry to take a hard look at the successes, failures and what the future holds for the category.
FDA Says CBD Is Not A Dietary Supplement, Tasks Congress With New Oversight Plan
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is looking for Congress to take charge in regulating cannabinoid (CBD) products after concluding the agency’s existing authority over food additives and supplements does not provide all the necessary tools for managing the risks of CBD.
Catching Beef: Impossible Foods Calls Out Bloomberg Plant-Based Meat Report
This weekend, the animal-free meat manufacturer took out a full page ad in the New York Times and issued an online statement responding to a critical Bloomberg Businessweek cover story which labeled the “fake meat” category as “just another food fad” that had failed to deliver on its promise to revolutionize the meat industry.