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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Distribution: Jams Heads to Target, Wonder Monday Goes National with Kroger
Jams, a high-protein take on the frozen crustless peanut butter and jelly sandwich, is rolling out to more than 950 Target stores nationwide.
Seeding Its Future: Smackin’ Fuels Growth With Vertical Integration
Sunflower seed snack brand Smackin’ has prioritized flavor innovation and manufacturing control to position for long-term growth.
Self-Manufacturing, Shelf-Stable Snacks Drive JonnyPops’ Expansion
JonnyPops has launched a freeze-dried innovation as it uses its manufacturing capabilities to scale further in conventional grocery.
Additional Content
Distribution Roundup: 1908 Brands Grows With CVS and Walmart; Salty Girl Adds Target
From salmon bites to coconut chips, here’s the latest distribution news in the natural food world.
O’Dang Spreads With Walmart; Cado Grows Avocado Ice Cream’s Shelf Presence
With products ranging from fun to functional, here is the latest in natural food distribution news.
Zoup! Puts Stock in Growing Store Count
Since its inception, soup wholesaler and broth maker Zoup! has pursued one goal: to create “good enough to drink” products. Now the brand is doubling down on that mission by focusing on increasing its distribution efforts.
Jason Santos Brings New Line Nationwide; Love the Wild Expands with WFM
From celebrity chef-made condiments to protein-packed “spirit animal” crackers, here is your latest in natural product distribution news.asa
Distribution Roundup: Natural Brands Flock to Conventional
Companies are increasingly seeking placement on conventional grocery store shelves to connect with a wider group of consumers. From chickpea pasta to dehydrated cheese snacks, here is the latest in natural’s distribution news.
Backed by BFG, Caulipower Grows With New Stores
Today, the vegetable-forward, frozen pizza brand announced a $2 million investment from the Boulder Food Group (BFG) and the addition of more than 2,500 stores to its retail distribution.
‘Gutzy’ New Look and Plan for Energy Fruits
In 2014 entrepreneur David Istier founded Energy Fruits, a shelf-stable natural fruit and vegetable pouch. Three years later, the company has rebranded and more than doubled its distribution while focusing more directly on prebiotic-based gut health.
Distribution Roundup: Sprouts Helps New Brands Grow
From globally-inspired sauces to gluten-free cookies, here’s some of the industry’s latest distribution news.
Caulipower Takes Piece of Retail Pie, Adds 1K Retailers
Over the past year social media platforms became dominated with cauliflower-based items and one rose to the top: cauliflower crust pizza. Now it’s taking off in retail, too. Just a short four months after its launch, Caulipower, a ready-to-cook cauliflower pizza and crust company, has added a thousand retailers.
Distribution Roundup: Beyond Meat, Brazi Bites Play to Conventional with Safeway
Retailers looking to ride the waves of change this summer are adding new brands to their offerings. From burgers to bites, here is the latest in distribution news from the natural world.