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Vaca Chips Raises $1.5M On ‘Healthy Doritos’ DTC Strategy
Beef tallow-fried tortilla chip brand Vaca Chips has secured a $1.5 million funding round, led by Bam Ventures.
Peppertux Raises $2.35M to Fuel Retail Expansion
Can America’s appetite for pistachios extend beyond the viral Dubai chocolate trend? The founders of Southern California startup Peppertux – along with their new investors and retail partners – are betting on it.
Distribution: Gymkhana, Kreatures of Habit Head to Sprouts; Plus, Blue Zones Kitchen, Prima Expand
Gymkhana Heads to Sprouts Fresh off its $8.5 million Series A funding round led by CAVU Consumer Partners, Indian sauce and marinade brand Gymkhana Fine Foods has hit the shelves of 481 Sprouts Farmers Market locations across 25 states. The curated lineup includes Butter Masala, Goan Coconut Curry, Tikka Masala and Madras Simmer Sauces, alongside… Read more »
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Above Average: Joe Tea Expands Into Hydration, Cans, Snacks
Joe Tea is expanding globally while building on its core base of iced teas, lemonades and chips to bring innovation to snacking and beverages.
Kardashian Protein Popcorn Brand Muscles Into More Retailers
Within a few months of its late-April launch, Khloé Kardashian’s snack brand Khloud Protein Popcorn has expanded into more than 2,500 retail doors nationwide, including Target and Sprouts Farmers Market stores. Additional distribution is planned for Wegmans, Raley’s, ShopRite and CIBO Express this month. The products also are available online on Thrive Market, GoPuff and the brand’s direct-to-consumer website.
In The Dark, Brands Await UNFI Cyberattack Fallout
United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) says it’s back up and running after a cyberattack hobbled the distributor’s national network earlier this month, but brand operators anticipate continued disruption for some time, and many remain in the dark about the ongoing impact.
Inside Mason Dixie’s Portfolio Strategy
Mason Dixie is expanding into new categories and dayparts with chicken sandwiches and breakfast burritos as it expands its retail footprint.
Stick-ing The Landing: How KRAVE Is Muscling Into Meat Snacks’ Hottest Segment
Sonoma Brands’ KRAVE and Chef’s Cut are harnessing the demand tailwinds of premium meat snacks by leaning into the stick set.
The Cost Of UNFI’s Breakup With Key Food
While last week’s cyberattack dominated the discussion during UNFI’s third-quarter earnings call Tuesday, executives also shed light on the company’s decision to exit its “unprofitable” long-term supply agreement with grocery operator Key Food Stores Co-operative.
Distribution: Tom Brady’s GOAT Gummies Launch on Gopuff; Bowlcut Heads to Whole Foods
Super Bowl champion-turned-entrepreneur Tom Brady is going deeper into CPG with the launch of GOAT Gummies, exclusively available on Gopuff.
UNFI Shipping On ‘Limited Basis’ Following Security Breach
Wholesale distributor UNFI is shipping on a “limited basis” in the wake of last week’s cyberattack, executives said during an earnings call today to discuss third-quarter financial results.
UNFI Shuts Down ‘Certain Systems’, Service Disrupted After Cyberattack
Leading wholesale distributor UNFI has shut down some of its computer systems, leading to service and fulfillment disruptions, following a cyberattack last week. UNFI discovered “unauthorized activity” in its network on Thursday and proactively took several systems offline.
IWON Organics Founder Mark Samuel Returns With ‘Deeply Personal’ New Snack Brand
IWON Organics founder Mark Samuel is launching a seed oil-free kettle chip brand that will take an unconventional distribution approach.