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Market Share: Discussing The Plant-Based Evolution With Rip Esselstyn
On this month’s Market Share, we’ll hear from Rip Esselstyn, the founder and CEO of PlantStrong — discussing what he learned from his first endeavor in the food industry, how the industry and consumers have changed in the last decade, and where he sees the plant-based category going in the future.
New Product Gallery: The Latest from Smart Sweets, Ithaca and Misfits Market
September saw a wide range of new innovations from food companies including Quinn, Otamot, Justin’s, Yellow Bird and Lesser Evil. Check out the gallery for the latest hot sauces, salty snacks, upcycled product launches, and better-for-you entree offerings that debuted this month.
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IRI, NYU Stern Leaders Discuss Growth Opportunities for Sustainable CPG Products
Sustainability-marketed consumer products continue to gain momentum, slightly outpacing the growth of overall CPG in 2020, according to a new report from research firm IRI and NYU’s Stern Center for Sustainable Business.
Whole Foods Co-Founder, CEO John Mackey Announces Retirement
Whole Foods Market co-founder and CEO John Mackey today announced in an open letter addressed to “fellow team members” his intentions to retire next September after 44 years at the natural retailer.
Distribution Roundup: Simply Gum Debuts Sugar-Free Gum in Walmart; ÜRösti Goes Nationwide at Whole Foods
Plastic-free gum maker Simply Gum has gained new shelf space at Walmart, debuting with a new product, Sugar-Free Peppermint Gum, in 500 of the retailer’s stores across the country. The first sugar-free offering for Simply Gum, the gum will be sold in three-packs for $6.46.
Barnana Backs Indigenous Farms Through Acquisition and New Product
Snack maker Barnana’s latest upcycled product furthers the company’s commitment to regenerative agriculture, while its recent acquisition of farming and supply partner Agroapoyo has solidified its ability to execute that mission as it looks toward future growth and expansion.
Barstool Sports And Happi Foodi Launch Frozen Pizza Line
Digital media company Barstool Sports is capitalizing on its founder Dave Portnoy’s longstanding YouTube series, One Bite Pizza Reviews, with the launch of One Bite Pizza.
Sweeteners Roundup: Local Hive Honey Acquired; Brightland and Runamok Expand Into Honey
In recent years, premium honey makers have moved the natural sweetener from a largely commoditized category to a set filled with notable branded lines that inject some variety — from flower-infused to hot and spicy — into a space known for largely homogeneous flavors. As the set picks up momentum, honey brands are gaining investor interest, while adjacent categories are eyeing the space as a new opportunity for expansion.
Barilla Takes Another Bite From Legume-Based Pasta Category
Looking to meet rising consumer demand for higher fiber, higher protein options in place of carbohydrates staples, Barilla has expanded its legume-based pasta line with the addition of another single-ingredient cut: chickpea spaghetti.
Taste Radio: From Pre-Launch To National At Whole Foods In Less Than A Year. This Is The Story Of Acid League.
Cole Pearsall, the co-founder of experimental food and beverage platform Acid League, spoke about how the diverse experience of the brand’s founding team spurred its development, why trust was the key factor in winning over Whole Foods, the use of product as a form of marketing and how the company aligns its retail and ecommerce strategies.