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.
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CPG Week: The Long Tail Of Tariffs’ Impacts
The CPG Week team discusses how tariffs are impacting the CPG industry after a whirlwind Monday paused the 25% import taxes on Mexican and Canadian products.
Why realsy Is Betting on Nontraditional Distribution Channels
Roughly two years after splitting from Rollin’ n’ Bowlin’, snack platform realsy is doubling down on nontraditional distribution efforts for its nut butter-filled dates, securing deals with corporate campuses like Spotify North America HQ and professional sports teams like the Chicago Bulls.
Distribution: ALOHA Rolls Back Into Target; Mid-Day Squares Lands At Costco
Plus, Olyra expands at Whole Foods Market, Bumpin Blends hits the bullseye, and The Only Bean rolls in to Costco.
Distribution: The New Primal Rolls Out to Costco; Oishii Lands in ShopRite
Charleston, S.C.-based meat snack purveyor The New Primal is set to bring its Snack Mates Chicken & Maple Mini Sticks to over 350 Costco stores across the country beginning in January.
A Bite With… Fishwife Head of Sales Pierre Jamet
Fishwife head of sales Pierre Jamet explains how the brand has kept its early momentum, why saying “no” to some retailers is necessary and the role collaborations play in keeping consumers coming back.
KeHE Onboards New Fee Consolidation Program
KeHE has introduced a new opt-in fee structuring program that allows emerging brands to trade associated, first-year onboarding fees for a consistent 2% flat rate, a move intended to make the distribution powerhouse “easier and more cost effective” to work with.
‘It Can’t Die’: Doughp Searches For New Operators
After nearly eight years, cookie dough brand Doughp’s founders have experienced the difficulties of operating a startup and are looking for an experienced operator to take over in its next stage of growth.
Distribution: Immi Finds Military Consumer Base
In this distribution roundup: Immi makes a break for the military channel, Maazah locks in Whole Foods, Mikuna rolls out to Sprout’s ‘New for You’ set and more.
Toronto-Based Happy Wolf Bulks Up U.S. Retail Presence With Whole Foods Launch
Canadian kids refrigerated bar startup Happy Wolf is expanding its retail presence in the U.S. with a new launch in Whole Foods Market stores up and down the East Coast, the Midwest and the Southwest. The new partnership brings the brand’s total nationwide door count from 120 to 450.
Distribution: Love + Chew Goes Deeper With Whole Foods, Sensei Farms Lands in Weis Markets
Plant-based superfood cookie producer Love + Chew is expanding from 177 to 500 Whole Foods Market locations nationwide. The natural retail chain carries five of the brand’s flavors: Chocolate Chia, Banana Bread, Cherry Almond, Mint Cacao Brownie, and high-protein Peanut Butter Chip for $2.99 per 2 oz. cookie.