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Reviews: Niramaya Adds Naan Pretzels, Chutney Meets Salsa; Plus: Hormbles Chormbles, Daily Harvest
In this reviews roundup, we nosh on Niramaya Foods’ new naan-based pretzels, Daily Harvest’s superfood bites, Hormbles Chormbles high-protein chocolate bars, and a chutney-salsa mashup aptly named Chalsa.
Daily Briefing (Insiders Only): How Much Will Consumers Shell Out On Easter?
With Easter just a few days away, shoppers will be shelling out more for sweets than they have in years’ past. This year’s holiday has become one of the most egg-spensive yet (sorry, we had to).
CPG Week: A Funding Double Feature And Vertical Farming Follies
The CPG Week podcast team discusses a pair of funding rounds recently announced by functional beverage brands and the struggles of vertical farming businesses.
Beyond Good Finds ‘Skeptical Optimism’ In Facing 47% Tariff
Entrepreneurs navigate internal crises everyday. But with the economic climate continuing to mount external pressures and political sucker punches flowing from Washington, D.C., identifying obstacles early and understanding the full context has become an essential element for keeping any upstart business alive.
‘Our Mojo Is Back’: Albertsons Expects ‘Gradual and Incremental’ Top Line Improvements in Grocery
Following its failed mega-merger with Kroger, Albertsons Companies, Inc. is entering fiscal 2025 with positive momentum and expectations that it will improve top-line trends in its grocery business in the back half of the year.
Marketing: Archer At Bat, Newman’s On Tour
In this marketing roundup: Archer goes to bat for the LA Dodgers, Newman’s Own goes on a “Pay What You Can” tour, Gopuff and Magnolia Bakery link up for a 4/20 treat and more.
‘We’re Watching It All’: A Bite With Kodiak CEO Val Oswalt
We recently caught up with Kodiak CEO Val Oswalt to learn more about what’s changed since the brand’s acquisition, what’s next and get her take on how CPGs can stay nimble amid shifting consumer and regulatory winds.
‘We Pushed It As Far As We Could Have’: Not Just Co. Shuts Down
After more than six years in business, modern pantry staple maker not just co. is shutting down.
Fly By Jing Prioritizes Sichuan Roots Amid Staggering Tariffs
Jing Gao, founder and CEO of Fly By Jing, said she will continue to source and produce the brand’s chili crisps and sauces in China – in spite of the staggering new taxes imposed on them.
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.”