Marketing

Lexington Bakes is rolling out a slightly smaller pack size (1.65 oz. versus 2 oz.) which has enabled the company to lower its price point, pursue a national retail strategy, and save on costs without “heavily” sacrificing margin points.

In this week’s notable new products roundup, Barebells takes inspiration from a lunchbox staple for its newest protein bar flavor, Ritz taps into the sweet-and-salty trend, and ActivatedYou unveils a mushroom-infused instant coffee.

Consumer products house The DropOut Companies is expanding its frozen handhelds portfolio and entering the breakfast daypart with the Target-exclusive launch of Bronco breakfast bagels this month.

From multimillion-dollar valuations to sudden shutdowns, the stories that resonated most with Nosh readers this year reveal just how dynamic the packaged food landscape has become. Our coverage spanned dramatic downfalls, blockbuster acquisitions, and legal battles that left founders, lenders and consumers in limbo. Here’s a look back at the 10 stories that captured the most attention.

This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporters Brad Avery and Lukas Southard reflect on the top stories of the year, including the rising influence of the Make America Healthy Again movement on the food and beverage industry, the biggest merger moments, and notable highlights of hemp’s uncertain future.

Collaborations have become an essential growth lever for emerging brands this year, but planning and execution make or break whether they have a tangible impact.

Roughly seven months after its acquisition by Chobani, Daily Harvest is relaunching its direct-to-consumer business with a new collection of smoothies, elixirs and oat bowls, and eliminating its subscription requirement.

With a fresh $4 million, Hoboken Farms is building a veteran team of Italian food operators to help guide it deeper in retail grocery.

“Hot Ones” wouldn’t be where it is today without Heatonist, the boutique, Brooklyn-based hot sauce retailer responsible for stocking the now-hit YouTube show’s lineup since nearly its inception.

While inflationary pressures have affected how consumers shop to make the most of their budgets – from retail channel to pack size to brand – confectionery industry dollar sales are still growing as shoppers seek to “enhance special moments.”