Distribution
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Fancypants Goes Big With Smaller Pack Sizes
The Boston-based premium cookie maker is expanding into new foodservice channels with 1 oz. and 0.67 oz. trial packs designed for corporate cafes, hotels, universities and airlines.
How Manufacturing Is Fueling Jackson’s ‘Rocket Ship’ Growth
Seed oil-free snack brand Jackson’s is using its manufacturing structure to fuel innovations and new distribution channels.
Inside The Early Success Of JiMMYBAR!’s Creatine Launch
JiMMYBAR! has seen early “massive” success of its Creatine Bars, representing an inflection point for the 12-year-old company.
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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.
Distribution: Hero Lands At Walmart, Daily Crunch Goes All In At Albertsons
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.
NACS: Dole Eyes Frozen Indulgence, Snack Brand Leverages Influencer Creds
Legacy tropical fruit company Dole and new snack brand Wavers are playing to their respective strengths as they attempt to enter the convenience channel.
Equip Foods Refreshes Brand, Prepares Beef Protein For Retail
After 10 years of scaling online, Equip Foods has refreshed the brand as it prepares to enter retail with its beef protein products.
Distribution: Go Raw Expands to Over 7,000 Stores, Algae Cooking Club Hits the Bullseye
Go Raw has expanded its brick-and-mortar retail footprint with the addition of nine new partners, bringing its nationwide door count to over 7,000.
Pacha Goes Beyond Bread With Gluten-Free Tortillas
Gluten-free bread brand Pacha is launching a sourdough tortilla line after scaling its sprouted buckwheat products in Whole Foods.
Junkless Is ‘Ready For Anything’ As It Platforms Into Protein
Two years since it was acquired by Mike Repole’s PE firm Impact Capital, JUNKLESS is expanding into a new category, protein bars.
Distribution: Scott & Jon’s Makes Whole Foods Debut, Katie’s Bakes Up Target Partnership
Scott & Jon’s has landed in 490 Whole Foods Market stores across the country, bringing the brand’s total nationwide door count to approximately 17,000.
Absurd Snacks Ramps Up Production With New Co-Man, Goes National with TJX Companies
Allergy-friendly snack mix slinger Absurd Snacks is officially going nationwide through a new retail partnership with TJX Companies’ HomeGoods, Marshalls and TJ Maxx banners, adding 3,500 new stores to its retail footprint. Offered in two flavors – Maple Cinnamon and Rosemary Sea Salt – the brand’s 5 oz. Chickpea & Granola Crunch Mix will be… Read more »





