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CPG Funding Trends: Capital Gets More Targeted – FABID by Northhall Q1 2026 Report
The Q1 2026 funding report from Northhall paints a picture of a funding environment that is cooling, but not collapsing. Total investment in food, beverage, and CPG brands reached approximately $340M, marking a 13% decline quarter-over-quarter as deal volume also pulled back.
Why Keep It REAL Is Building A New Business Model
Keep It REAL Foods is betting that vertical integration is the key to unlocking longevity for a quintet of founder-led companies that it recently brought together under the newly established moniker.
Hi-Chew Parent Co. Morinaga Acquires My/Mochi Ice Cream
Morinaga & Co., the holding company of global confectionery manufacturer Morinaga, Inc., has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire My/Mochi Ice Cream for an undisclosed amount.
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AeroFarms Acquired By Palm Ventures Affiliate
Vertical farming company AeroFarms announced it has been acquired by an affiliate of Palm Ventures, an Austin- and Greenwich-based family investment office.
CPG Week Podcast: Meat Snack Mania, Celsius In Hot Water and Tom Brady’s Good Nut
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss why analysts are bullish on the meat snack category, plus a new premium coconut water brand founded by Tom Brady. The hosts also talk about the strategy behind Morinaga’s acquisition of My/Mochi and an investigation into Celsius Holdings over marketing to minors.
Months After Danone Acquisition, Huel Debuts High-Protein Ramen
Huel Lite Hot and Savory Ramen is currently available only in the United Kingdom with a wider European launch planned for later this summer in four flavors
Second Nature Brands To Acquire Tillamook Country Smoker
Second Nature Brands is expanding into the meat snacks category with the acquisition of Tillamook Country Smoker from Insignia Capital Group and family shareholders.
Ingredion to Buy U.K. Competitor Tate & Lyle in $3.6B Deal
According to the Wall Street Journal, Ingredion will pay £5.95 (roughly $7.94) per share of Tate & Lyle, representing a 59% premium to the British company’s last closing price before the M&A discussions were disclosed in May.
Why Morinaga Acquired My/Mochi – and What Comes Next
Morinaga’s acquisition of My/Mochi gives the company a ready-made vehicle in the fast-growing frozen snack category, as well as greater distribution muscle to scale its other brands.
CPG Week Podcast: Spilling The Tea On Ryl’s Latest Raise
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss Trek One Capital’s acquisitions of Good Karma Foods and No Cow. The podcasters also highlight the latest funding announcements, including a new investment for a celebrity-backed supplement brand.
No Cow Acquired By Trek One Capital
Trek One Capital is expanding its holdings in plant-based CPG with a pair of acquisitions: flax milk brand Good Karma Foods and protein bar maker No Cow.
Heartland Food Adds To Sweetener Portfolio With Equal’s Parent Company
Heartland Food Products Group announced its intention to acquire the Americas business of Whole Earth Brands, makers of Equal.
Inside Bel’s Plans To Create A Healthy Snacking Powerhouse In The U.S.
Bel North America’s acquisition of Ingenuity Foods earlier this month represents a first step toward creating a better-for-you snack platform.