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What’s Next After RFK Jr. Takes The Helm on Health?
Food policy has undergone a major shift in recent years but as Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. takes charge as the country’s top medical official, things look more uncertain than ever.
New Products: Valentine’s Day Treats and Perfect Bar’s Jason Mrazberry
It’s Valentine’s Day and there’s some new LTOs from Ben & Jerry’s and YumEarth. We also showcase partnerships between Once Upon a Farm and A Dozen Cousins, and Perfect Bar and Jason Mraz, among other new food launches for the week.
Kraft Heinz “Contemplates” Base Price Actions As Q4 Sales Drop
Kraft Heinz’s top four segments each underperformed against category averages as net sales fell 4.1% and organic net sales dropped 3.1% in Q4, according to an earnings report released Wednesday. Full-year sales fell 3% alongside a 3.5% drop in volume even as the company bumped pricing up 1.4%, on average.
CPG Week: The C-Store Opportunity
On this episode of CPG Week, the team explores how the convenience channel is offering fresh opportunities and new challenges to food and beverage brands.
Sweet Deal: Oobli Partners With Ingredion, Adds Investment
Food technology company Oobli has aligned with ingredient supplier Ingredion in a deal that will help scale its operations and client base and support new product development.
Oatly: Company Projects First Profitable Year as Public Company
Oatly CEO Jean-Christophe Flatin predicted that the Swedish plant milk business will have its first year of profitable growth since going public in 2025, praising the company’s efforts to improve its supply chain and overhead structure during its Q4 and full year 2024 earnings report this morning.
Elevator Talk: Breakin Snacks, Little Latke, Pink Salt, beituti, Smoodies
The latest episode of Elevator Talk features leaders from Breakin Snacks, Little Latke, Pink Salt, beituti and Smoodies. Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. Our special co-host is Caroline Grace, the founder & CEO of Product & Prosper, who shared her thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.
Food Funding Forecast Clouded By Uncertainty
The year is barely underway, and already several significant deals struck in the packaged food sector provide reason for optimism after a tough period on the financing front. While some industry watchers anticipate the pace of transactions to accelerate, others expect strategic acquirers and investors to remain prudent and disciplined. “We see investors are being… Read more »
WK Kellogg: ‘Challenging’ Business Environment Drags Q4 Sales
WK Kellogg Co reported a net sales decrease of 1.8% year-over-year to $640 million in Q4 2024 and a full-year net sales drop of 2% in its earnings release this morning.
Olyra Embraces Publix Disco, Recharts Nationally In Natural
Olyra turned its discontinuation from Publix into an insight engine, enabling the brand to rechart growth in the natural channel while better aligning its retail aspirations.