Distribution
Read the latest natural food industry news and advice relating to distribution, wholesale, and direct store delivery (DSD). From reporting on changes in the distribution of products, to diving into the current state of play between food brands and distributors, the latest industry news and analysis provide context and best practices within a complex food distribution network.
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Honey Mama’s Adds $4M To Support Manufacturing, Distribution Growth
Honey Mama’s has secured about $4 million of new funding led by Northwest-based private equity firm Bochi Investments as it scales its manufacturing.
Khloud Will Be Sold at Starbucks, Says Coffee Giant
Starbucks is doubling down on protein, adding Khloud popcorn, the protein-enhanced brand started by celebrity Khloé Kardashian, to its store offerings.
Distribution: Spiceology Rolls Out Flavor Blends to H-E-B; Joyride Heads to Costco
Spiceology, the fastest-growing spice company in the U.S. according to the Inc. 5000 list, is growing its presence in the Lone Star State by launching its spice blends in select H-E-B stores.
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Unpacking The Slew Of Grocery Delivery Platform Partnerships
Food delivery platforms are partnering with grocery chains reflecting both the elevated demand for online shopping and a retailer shift to bringing more options to consumers.
Distribution Methods Move Beyond Broadline
There are plenty of emerging dynamics currently reshaping the grocery business… and those dynamics are also changing the ways brands bring products to market.
Distribution: Mason Dixie Expands Costco Partnership; Stellar Snacks Soars With Southwest
Frozen baked goods producer Mason Dixie announced today it has launched a new Chicken & Waffle Sandwich at Costco stores across the Midwest, deepening the brand’s partnership with the warehouse club chain.
CPG Week: Cannabis, Kava & The Fancy Food Show
On this episode of CPG Week, the team talks about what was seen and tasted at the Summer Fancy Food Show as well Curaleaf’s move into hemp and the uphill battle for functional beverage ingredient kava.
Distribution: MìLà Goes Wide At WFM; Jackson’s Lands Walmart
In this distribution roundup: Mila goes nationwide with Whole Foods, Jackson’s expands to Walmart stores, Pasta Rummo launches at Sprouts and more.
🚚 Insider Daily Briefing: Is UNFI Up For Sale?
Also in this issue: Ore-Ida’s Tot-Protecting Pants; Pilgrim’s New Look; FDA Issues Warning To Dollar Tree; CPI: Food Prices Rise; and Once Upon A Farm Partners with Angel City Football Club.
B.T.R. Nation Builds Out Bar Business with Innovation, Distribution
B.T.R. Nation has lined up new partnerships with Costco and Thrive Market as the better-for-you snack maker raises capital to meet its new production demands.
Painful or Positive? Revamped UNFI Supplier Pact Stirs Industry Debate
There’s no question that powerhouse national distributor UNFI’s new Simplified Supplier Approach (SSA) is more streamlined than previous agreements. But that’s about the only thing everyone will agree on.
CPG Week: WTF Is Up With UNFI’s SSA?
The podcast team unpacks UNFI’s recently implemented new supplier policy and some less-than-favorable industry reactions.
Distribution: Oat Haus Goes To Publix, Caulipuffs Enters The Fresh Market
In this distribution roundup: Oat Haus rolls out across the Southern states, Kidfresh makes its first international expansion, Caulipuffs take on The Fresh Market and more.