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

After nearly a decade under the ownership of massive protein company Hormel Foods Corp., Justin’s – the nut butter and confection company started by entrepreneur Justin Gold in 2004 – is coming back under private ownership, with Gold and former CEO Peter Burns returning to the company.

In conjunction with its 60th anniversary, PepsiCo has unveiled a new visual identity to “highlight the depth and diversity” of its portfolio that includes over 500 brands.

Organic frozen fruit pop purveyor HUNDY! has secured $350,000 in fresh equity funding, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

After nearly a decade at the helm of IBS-focused food brand Fody Foods, founder Steven J. Singer is stepping down as CEO. Taking over the role is Andy van Ark.

JonnyPops has launched a freeze-dried innovation as it uses its manufacturing capabilities to scale further in conventional grocery.

Hero Bread is releasing seven items at 700 Walmart stores across Texas, Florida, California, Ohio and Pennsylvania this month. The brand’s fiber- and protein-packed assortment includes sliced breads, tortillas, buns and bagels, baked with simple ingredients including resistant wheat starch, wheat protein, fava bean protein, jerusalem artichoke fiber, olive oil and yeast.

The Co-Founder and CEO of Khloud Foods, one of the most fascinating and fastest-growing snack brands in the country, will join Nosh Live 2025 (Dec. 4+5) in L.A. for a special discussion on the company and its strategic objectives.

B&G Foods announced today it has agreed to sell the Green Giant and Le Sieur frozen and shelf-stable vegetable product lines in Canada to Nortera Foods.

Nosh’s annual “Best Of” Awards celebrate the people, brands, products, and ideas that are shaping the future of the packaged food industry. Submit your nominations by this Friday, Oct. 31.

Gut-friendly nutrition brand BelliWelli is diving into one of the hottest supplement formats via a new Walmart exclusive, launching today.

This week, we’re scratching our brains at the hottest trend in functional formulations – while running scared of a cranberry-obsessed Bryan Cranston. Hey, what more could you ask for?

The freeze-dried candy trend got another big sign of approval from the major sweets producers at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) show in Chicago last week.

Our two-day event for the packaged food community heads to L.A. December 4+5! Early registration ends today, October 24. Register before the weekend to save $100 or more per ticket.

Legacy meat snack brands showcased simple formulations, grass-fed beef options and premium-positioned products at NACS last week.