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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Featured Distribution Content
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: Project 7, Sugar 2.0 and Frontier Soups Have Retail Wins
From gummies to goat milk to greens, the end of 2016 was a busy time for NOSH brands, with retail pickups across all categories.
Regalis Foods Joins Forces With Rare Edibles
New York City-based luxury food distributor to internationally acclaimed chefs and restaurant groups, Regalis Foods, is pleased to announce its partnership with Rare Edibles, the leading specialty food purveyor in Dallas, Texas.
G. Willi-Food Announces Extension of Exclusive Distribution Arrangement with Arla Foods
Under the extension, Arla granted Goldfrost an exclusive non-transferable right to import, export, market and distribute in Israel cheese and butter products manufactured by Arla.
‘Fresh’ Nutrition Bar Wella Bar adds Distribution Partner
FOODMatch is raising the bar on its Mediterranean diet offerings. FoodMatch, which produces, imports, and distributes a variety of Mediterranean products, including olives, antipasti, and other ingredients, is stretching further into the realm of the so-called “Mediterranean Diet” via a partnership announced with Austin, Texas-based Wella Bar.
Ingredion to Distribute SweeGen’s Stevia Sweeteners
Ingredion Incorporated has entered into an agreement with SweeGen, Inc. to be SweeGen’s exclusive global distributor of the company’s novel, nature-based stevia sweeteners in all markets except China.
Chex Finer Foods Partners with Big Y Markets
Chex Finer Foods has been signed to distribute natural and local food products to all Big Y World Class Markets stores.
Distribution Roundup: Dinner and Dessert Options Add Retailers
What do companies selling chickpea, soy, tea and pudding products have in common? They’re all expanding.
Coconut Beach Broadens Distribution Through Partnership with DPI Specialty Foods
Coconut Beach a San Diego-based coconut beverage and snacks company, announced today that it will be widening distribution with DPI Specialty Foods, one of the leading specialty food distributors in the United States.
Distribution Roundup: Sticky, Sweet and Chilly Additions to Retailer Shelves
The summer heat may be fading, but retailers are still hot for unique, natural products. The past few months have seen several notable additions by forward thinking retailers including Target, Safeway and Costco.
Gourmet Guru: Lichtenstein Talks UNFI Buyout
Last week natural products distributor United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) announced the acquisition of Gourmet Guru, a natural and organic food distributor and merchandiser serving the Northeast. Project NOSH spoke with Gourmet Guru CEO Jeff Lichtenstein about the sale, why it was the right time, and what the future looks like