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What JPG Resources’ Acquisition of CuliNEX Means for Food Product Development
Food and beverage consulting group JPG Resources is expanding its capabilities and its West Coast presence with the acquisition of food product development consultancy CuliNEX.
CPG Week: Inside Kraft Heinz’s Breakup. Plus, Pepsi’s Energy Drink Plans
In this episode of CPG Week, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery dig into Kraft Heinz’s separation plans and PepsiCo’s increased investment in Celsius Holdings. The hosts also chat about Pepsi’s warning letter from an activist investor and Huel’s ready-to-drink foray into the red-hot greens category.
The CPG Business Is Changing, But Execs Say Adaptation Won’t Keep Pace
The CPG business is undergoing a shift, but without a crystal ball to determine where the industry will land in a decade from now, we’ll have to rely on recent news and survey responses from those on the front lines.
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PE-Backed Turri’s Adds Joseph’s Premium Frozen Products
Benford Capital Partners-owned Turri’s Italian Foods has acquired Joseph’s Gourmet Pasta from LaSalle Capital in a deal announced on Tuesday.
Starco Brands to Acquire Co-Manufacturer in Push for Vertical Integration
Starco Brands has executed a letter of intent to acquire its contract manufacturers, The Starco Group (TSG), aiming to create a vertically integrated CPG platform.
Warburg Pincus Acquires Natural Flavors Supplier FlavorSum
Private equity firm Warburg Pincus today announced it has agreed to acquire FlavorSum, a supplier of natural flavors and extracts, from global investment firm The Riverside Company. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Tia Lupita Acquisition Will Bring It ‘To The Motherland’
Tia Lupita founder Hector Saldivar emphasized to Nosh the potential market opportunity the legacy player sees in the better-for-you Hispanic food market and the validation and efficiencies this deal will provide.
CPG Week: Coke and Pepsi’s MAHA Makeovers? Plus, The Brand That Bested Better Bagel
On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss the acquisitions of Tia Lupita and Health-Ade Kombucha, new directions for the biggest beverage makers, and how Hero saved the day when Whole Foods ended its supply agreement with BetterBrand.
Tia Lupita Acquired By Jumex Distributor Vilore Foods
Mexican food brand Tia Lupita announced this morning it has been acquired by Vilore Foods, the San Antonio, Texas-based distributor and commercial subsidiary of heritage food brands including La Costeña, Jumex and Totis.
CPG Week: David’s Fishy New Innovation. Plus, Is Kraft Heinz Breaking Up?
On the CPG Week podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery discuss an unusual new product launch and continued consolidation among packaged food conglomerates. Then, Brad provides his top takeaways from the Hemp Beverage Expo.
Dessert Holdings Acquires Willamette Valley Pie Company
Dessert Holdings has acquired Willamette Valley Pie Company, a premium private label and branded pie producer. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Big Food Is Reshuffling. What Does it Mean For Emerging Brands?
The playbook for growing a startup food and beverage brand has shifted during the past half-decade. During that time, there’s also been a major shift underway at the strategic players once seen as an exit door for those upstarts.
Is Kraft Heinz Heading For a Breakup?
A decade since they tied the knot, the Kraft Heinz union may be headed for splitsville. The packaged food conglomerate, which has been underperforming for years, is mulling a spinoff of a large portion of its grocery business.