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

In this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery dig into an acquisition, an acquisition attempt and an acquisition target, as well as an artificial intelligence mishap.

SkinnyDipped is betting big on better-for-you confectionery, going deeper into the set with the introduction of Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites.

New economic data on inflation, purchasing behavior and the impact of tariffs indicates a mixed outlook for CPG brands moving forward.

Lifeway Foods cited strong volume growth of its drinkable kefir and farmer cheese as the primary driver of record sales in the second quarter of 2025.

Olyra today unveiled a new identity featuring “vibrant, playful visuals,” food photography and a strategic hierarchy of the elements on-pack in order to “drive appetite appeal on-shelf” for its Greek-inspired products.

Nearly two years after its $130 million acquisition by Wonder Group, Blue Apron has unveiled “a major evolution” that includes a new identity, expanded product lineup and subscription-free shopping options.

China-based MetaMeat International is working to build a new plant-based brand platform in the U.S., leaning into its manufacturing power as well as its restaurant experience to create a broad-reaching product line.

Activia is getting a glow-up both inside and outside the cup, aimed at connecting with a new generation of consumers who are increasingly focused on gut health.

A new wave of better-for-you ice cream is filling up the frozen aisle, aligning with trends to high-protein and clean-label formulations.

From plant-based fish to dessert-flavored sunflower seeds, this week’s new product innovations span all sides of the industry. Check out the gallery below for the latest launches from Juicy Marbles, Smackin’, Banza, Mike’s Mighty Good and more.

Broad-based volume gains helped beverage and fruit snacks producer SunOpta deliver “outstanding” second quarter results, according to CEO Brian Kocher.

Plant-based poultry producer Daring Foods has been acquired by Australian alt-protein company v2food, with backing by Ajinomoto Co, Inc. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Jeff Gendelman, CEO of Daring Foods, told Nosh the partnership will leverage the scale and frozen food expertise of Ajinomoto and the proprietary protein technology of v2food, bringing the brand into new protein formats and meal occasions across retail and foodservice channels.

Frozen food brand Jesse & Ben’s House Cut has secured a “seven-figure” seed round investment to support its expanded retail footprint in the natural channel.

Japanese barbecue sauce slinger Bachan’s may be the latest condiment brand to explore an exit, according to Axios Pro.