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Daring Foods Acquired by v2food With Ajinomoto Investment
Plant-based poultry producer Daring Foods has been acquired by Australian alt-protein company v2food, with backing by Ajinomoto Co, Inc. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Jeff Gendelman, CEO of Daring Foods, told Nosh the partnership will leverage the scale and frozen food expertise of Ajinomoto and the proprietary protein technology of v2food, bringing the brand into new protein formats and meal occasions across retail and foodservice channels.
Misha’s Acquires Vertage: Dairy-Free Cheese Consolidation
Misha’s, Inc. is expanding its portfolio of premium dairy-free cheeses with the acquisition of Vertage in a deal that leverages Vertage’s partnership with Fresh Del Monte Produce, providing access to its comprehensive logistics network and capabilities. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “By integrating Vertage’s expertise and leveraging Fresh Del Monte’s infrastructure, we’re not… Read more »
Green Circle: Are Plant-Protein’s ‘High’ Costs Overstated?
A new report by Green Circle Capital Advisors is arguing that perception around plant-based protein costs being higher than their animal-based counterparts is inaccurate once you consider the actual protein content of meats and dairy products.
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Amazing Grass Debuts Two New Organic Superfood Bars & Fresh Brand Look
Amazing Grass, the nation’s leading brand of plant-based, whole-food powdered supplements and nutrition bars, today unveiled two new Organic Superfood Bars.
BevNET Podcast 16: Honestly, Seth, This Was Beyond A Meaty Visit
The BevNET Podcast team quizzed Seth Goldman on a number of other topics, including the ongoing battle over GMO labeling and its impact on the organic movement, as well as the long-term future for Honest within the Coke system.
IFT 2016: Mainstream Consumers Go Meatless with Flexitarian Diet
With pulse, nut, and plant-based product launches on the rise, many of today’s food brands are aiming to appeal to a new type of consumer: the flexitarian. No longer confined to one end of the meat and vegetable consumption spectrum or the other, this new consumer eats a mainly plant-based diet but occasionally adds in meat. It’s vegetarian-light.
BIGS Launches New High-Protein, GMO-Free Seed Snack
BIGS, Boulder-based maker of premium seed snacks, announces the addition of its Cracked Pepper Pumpkin Seeds.
Taking Vegan Cheese from Tolerable to Terrific, Kite Hill Takes $18 Million Investment
Kite Hill, which produces plant-based alternatives to dairy products, closed an $18 million investment today led by General Mills’ venture arm, 301 Inc, and CAVU Ventures, a partnership between Clayton Christopher, Rohan Oza and Brett Thomas. The brand, which is only three years old, produces yogurt, cream cheese, aged cheeses and cheese-filled ravioli, all made with almond milk.
Hormel “Bought In To What Justin’s Is” Says Founder Gold
Demonstrating the ongoing interest in next-generation food brands, CPG giant Hormel today announced the acquisition of natural nut butter and snack maker Justin’s for $286 million. Justin Gold, Founder of Justin’s, told Project NOSH that the brand admires Hormel’s success and looks forward to learning from the larger company.
Hilary’s Expands Line of Veggie Bites with Three New Flavors
Hilary’s, the creator of convenient and culinary foods that are made from real ingredients and are free-from common allergens, has expanded its frozen product portfolio, introducing three new innovative flavors of veggie bites: Broccoli Casserole, Mediterranean and Spicy Mesquite – a special nod to Hilary’s Midwestern roots and the brand’s creative perspective on BBQ.
Coconut Cloud Launches New Plant-Based Coffee Creamer
Now launching, Coconut Cloud is for conscientious individuals who wake up craving a cup of java but don’t drink dairy. It’s a problem-solving product for people who want a clean coffee kick to start their day – without forgoing the creamer.
Don Sebastiani & Sons’ New Nut Offering Hits Shelves Nationwide
Drawing on the family’s deep roots in the wine and food business, Don Sebastiani & Sons is expanding its expertise this April to a category complementary to its core wine business, specialty foods. The new offering – U Gottabee Nutz – features healthy, flavored, dry-roasted nuts made with natural ingredients.
Naturally More Ships First Complete Line of Nut Butters Boosted with Probiotics
Naturally More® of Madera, Calif., is leveraging its growth in the nut butter segment by launching the industry’s first complete line of nut butters boosted with the natural wholesomeness of probiotics and flax.