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In this week’s roundup: Ecommerce platform GTFO It’s Vegan launches new research and advisory platform; JBS shutters Planterra brand OZO; Daily Harvest supports Latino farmers with regenerative ag grant program; and Yolélé launches fonio beer.

Rip Van is hoping to turn the crowded sandwich cookie category on its head with the upcoming launch of its newest better-for-you treat, Leos, which it hopes can help the brand expand upon the potential of its dough and syrup technology.

This year’s Natural Products Expo East at the Philadelphia Convention Center saw plenty of protein alternatives spanning far beyond plant-based meat with everything from Green Banana Pasta to Kelp-based Sea Veggie Burgers.

On this week’s show, NOSH editor Carol Ortenberg chatted about Amazon’s first Prime Early Access Sale with Chris Moe, the president and co-founder of the Amazon consulting group Cartograph.

Minneapolis-based food and agricultural technology company PURIS is launching AcreMade, its first consumer-facing brand.

Allergen-friendly bakery brand Partake announced it has raised $11.5 million to expand distribution, continue launching new innovations, grow its team members and expand marketing efforts.

Gopuff is delivering news of a new partnership with restaurant to-go platform Grubhub and a launch of a new health and wellness private label brand called Goodnow.

AYO Foods is looking to bring the flavors of West Africa to every aisle while prioritizing the expansion of its frozen set to enable user-friendly experience when consumers try its recipes.

During this year’s Natural Products Expo East at the Philadelphia Convention Center, booths were packed with a wide array of new salty and savory snacks. From plant-based meat sticks to grab-and-go seaweed packs to jalapeno potato crisps, there were plenty of options sure to please every consumer’s palette.

Rapid delivery service Buyk is seeking a buyer for its assets after declaring bankruptcy earlier this year due to funding issues.