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Goodles To Be Acquired by Barilla Group
Better-for-you mac and cheese maker Goodles has agreed to be acquired by Barilla Group, the company announced on Wednesday evening.
Medici Brands Raises $250M To Scale David Protein, HallPass
David Protein’s Medici Brands has secured $250 million to scale its manufacturing and unveil a new salty snack later this year.
KDP Sells Back Chobani Stake, PA Facility
KDP has agreed to sell its full minority stake in Chobani back to the company for $800 million, as well as a 1.5 million sq. ft. PA facility.
Additional Content
CPG Week Podcast: Beyond Meat’s Beverage Launch And The Curious Case Of DayDayCook
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss Beyond Meat’s expansion beyond meat alternatives, Prime’s foray into protein shakes, DayDayCook’s exit from the U.S., and Chameleon Cold Brew’s future under new ownership.
FoodNerd Closes $7.5M Seed Round For Nutrient-Dense Puffs
FoodNerd announced it has closed a $7.5 million seed round led by Selva Ventures, with participation from Cistern Capital, Spacestation Investments, and S2 Ventures as well as angel investor Joe Nieman.
Smithfield Foods Acquires Nathan’s Famous for $450 Million
Global food giant Smithfield Foods announced today that it has agreed to acquire hot dog brand Nathan’s Famous in an all-cash transaction valued at $450 million.
Highlander Partners Acquires Tapatío
Private investment firm Highlander Partners has acquired hot sauce brand Tapatío from the Saavedra family, who will retain a minority position in the company following the close of the transaction.
Big Tree Farms Lands $10M To Scale Capacity
Organic coconut sugar producer Big Tree Farms has secured a $10 million investment from Natixis Investment Managers affiliate, Mirova.
Female-Led CPG Brands Nemi, Tuyyo and Todo Verde Merge
Cactus snack maker Nemi, seasoning blend producer Todo Verde and powdered beverage platform Tuyy have merged under the Tuyyo Foods name.
After Miyoko’s Meltdown, Nuts For Cheese Sees Fresh Opportunity in Premium Plant-Based Set
A turbulent year for plant-based cheese is opening unexpected doors for the category’s next wave of potential winners. As legacy players stumble and retailers lose confidence in the category, Nuts For Cheese aims to fill a hole for premium, artisanal brands that can deliver on taste, ingredients and trust with retailers and shoppers alike.
B&G Foods Acquires Soup Brands In Del Monte Foods Auction
Del Monte Foods has agreed to sell off various assets as part of a court-supervised auction process after entering Ch. 11 bankruptcy in July.
SPINS Braces For Agentic Shopping With MikMak Acquisition
SPINS acquired commerce intelligence and omnichannel orchestration platform MikMak this week, accelerating its capabilities for enabling and measuring consumer engagement throughout the shopping experience “across physical, digital, and agentic shelves.”
CPG Week Podcast: Inside The New Dietary Guidelines. Plus, Lemon Perfect Sours
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, a leadership shakeup at Lemon Perfect, the acquisition of snacking platform The Good Crisp Company, and Koia’s entry into the modern soda category. The podcasters also share highlights from the Winter FancyFaire show in San Diego.