Retail

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.

At Nosh Live 2025, Lauren Castro, lead director of healthy consumables and grocery at CVS Health, discussed how the retailer identifies new products, evaluates which brands are ready to launch and scale in its nationwide footprint, and supports young companies as they enter a channel that looks a little different than traditional grocery.

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.

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

In this presentation from Nosh Live, Insignia International CEO Jason Parasco breaks down the process, from identifying when a brand is ready to make the leap to the tried and true execution tactics to make it happen.

Righteous Felon prepares for its next phase of growth as the strategic partnership with GroundForce Capital takes effect.

“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.

With over 20 years in CPG, Jeni Britton spoke about the lessons she learned and how they have shaped her newest venture in nutritional bars.

This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss leadership changes at Coca-Cola and Kraft Heinz, Thrive Market’s decision to drop alcohol, and what the apparent closure of Believer Meats means for the future of cultured protein.

General Mills has made price cuts across roughly two-thirds of its North America Retail (NAR) portfolio as “lower- and middle-income consumers [continue] to feel significant economic pressure.”