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Whey Protein Supply Crunch Enters Next Phase
As food and beverage brands continue to push protein into new formats and eating occasions, demand for whey, one of the industry’s most widely used protein sources, has outpaced supply.
Indulgence, Reengineered: The Rise of Functional Desserts – Spate Q3 2026
The Q3 Functional Desserts report from Spate reveals growing interest in familiar favorites reimagined around protein, alternative ingredients, and evolving dietary needs. Some of the most intriguing signals are coming from unexpected combinations: high-protein brownies are up more than 400% year over year, while emerging takes on classic cheesecakes are posting triple-digit growth.
Protein Pints Thinks Outside The Carton, Launches Pops
Protein Pints launched a four-SKU line of ice cream pops today, expanding its potential shelf space in the frozen dessert section.
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Muscle Milk Maker Announces New Plant-Based Protein Platform
CytoSport is expanding its protein offerings this month with Evolve, a new complete line of protein powders, bars and ready-to-drink, shelf-stable shakes. The entire vegan-friendly platform, which contains no gluten, soy, or dairy ingredients, is made with non-GMO pea protein.
EVO Hemp Launches Line of U.S. Grown Hemp Products
The brand, known for its line of hemp-based bars, is expanding its portfolio to include a complete line of products made entirely with U.S.-grown hemp, a first for a food brand in the US, according to the company. The new products, which include hemp hearts, protein and seed oil, expands EVO’s retail presence outside of its hemp bars that are sold in over 3,000 retailers.
Bumble Bee Introduces Bold New Flavors and Protein Snacks
Bumble Bee Seafoods, North America’s premium seafood company, has introduced several new flavors to its Prime Fillet® line, Seasoned Tuna Pouches, and Snack on the Run! kits.
Almond Pro Steals Spotlight With Innovative Protein Powders Made Entirely From Almonds
The hot new company is launching a peanut butter chocolate flavor of its flagship almond protein powder, and all products are now available for wholesale distribution.
Oriya Organics Launches New Plant Protein
Oriya Organics, a family-owned a plant-based, superfood supplement maker, will be introducing an innovative new paleo vegan protein at this year’s Natural Products Expo West.
Kura Nutrition Names CEO
Kelli Rooney has been announced as chief executive officer of Kura Nutrition.
Ips Snacks Announces Launch of Ips Pop to Their Existing Line of Protein-Packed Snacks
Additional protein sources continue to top the list of consumer food demands. Ips Snacks, has met these demands head on by launching their newest addition to the Ips Snacks family, Ips Pop, the first and only protein popcorn on the market.
Don & Sons Expands “U GOTTABE NUTZ” Offerings
We’ve been very pleased at how this new product line has performed during its short time in the market,” said Donny Sebastiani, company president. “Demand at both the retail and consumer level convinced us to develop more offerings. When we notified our current retailers of our intentions, many of them opted to take them even without sampling them, which speaks well to the quality and consumer acceptance.”
Sabra Launches Line of Sandwich Spreads
Sabra Dipping Company, maker of America’s favorite hummus, announced today the launch of Sabra SpreadsTM. The line comes in convenient squeezable bottles and is hitting the market with three delicious flavors: Garlic Herb, Honey Mustard and Sea Salt & Cracked Pepper.
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.




