Food Industry News, Insights, and Education for the CPG Community

Sprouts Farmers Market has announced several changes to its leadership team, naming experienced retail hands Don Clark as chief merchandising officer and Amanda Rassi as chief customer officer. Clark succeeds Scott Neal, who will be retiring from the company.

Suresnes, France-headquartered Bel Group is growing its stateside production capabilities, investing $200 million in the expansion of its Babybel production facility in Brookings, S.D.

As consumers continue to demand nutrient-dense offerings and Americans increasingly take up use of GLP-1 drugs, broad-scale innovation tides across meals and snacks seem to be heading in a singular direction.

Nestlé USA is entering the booming at-home condiment set with the upcoming release of Minor’s Kitchen sauces, marking its first stateside brand launch in two years, according to Food Dive.

Reporting live at Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, Calif., Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and BevNET managing editor Marty Caballero highlight key themes and insights, from the development of the coconut water category to the proliferation of beef tallow and more.

Once confined to sports nutrition powders and gummies, creatine is pushing its way into the mainstream in new formats, as a growing number of health-conscious consumers recognize the functional ingredient’s benefits for everyday health.

While protein-packed breakfast items flooded the show floor at Natural Products Expo West, a quieter trend was hiding in plain sight: vegetables. A handful of brands at the show debuted morning staples – from pancakes to toaster pastries to oat bars – that sneak produce into the first meal of the day.

Indian food company Sach Foods showed off its new Indian-inspired frozen pizzas as well as a new paneer SKU that is crafted with A2 milk.

Kay Dudley, one-half of influencer duo Kay & Tay Official, has made her first foray into the packaged food world with the debut of lifestyle and nutrition brand HEYNU.

Morinaga & Co., the holding company of global confectionery manufacturer Morinaga, Inc., has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire My/Mochi Ice Cream for an undisclosed amount.

Target plans to open 300 new stores by 2035 as it unveils its first “food-forward” prototype in North Carolina.

Recently acquired Japanese-style condiment brand Bachan’s has partnered with two legacy companies with deep roots in Asian cuisine for a pair of special releases.

It’s Skinny has dropped its diet culture nomenclature in favor of a new convenience-forward positioning as it ramps up brick-and-mortar retail expansion.

This week, we’re hitting the proverbial pavement at Natural Products Expo West, waking up to a seriously savory breakfast, and getting our asses handed to us by a protein-fueled cow called David. Hey, what more could you ask for?