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Rotten Goes National with Dick’s Sporting Goods
Better-for-you gummy candy brand Rotten has landed in Dick’s Sporting Goods stores nationwide, doubling down on its core parent-and-child demographic and bringing its total retail door count to over 5,000.
Kooshy Uses Chopt LTO to Kick Off Broader Foodservice Expansion
Sourdough crouton maker Kooshy recently secured a major vote of confidence by collaborating on a limited-edition salad with Chopt that utilizes the brand’s Chili Lime crouton as its star ingredient.
Lexington Bakes Readies Retail Growth With New Price, Pack Size and Protein
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.
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Report: Today’s Grocery Shoppers Crave ‘Fresh Convenience’
After weathering countless economic headwinds over the past five years, grocery retailers are again facing pressures to capture a greater share of consumers’ wallets. Here’s how they are approaching the task.
CPG Week: Sweet Licensing Deals & Cannabis Sports Drinks
On CPG Week, the podcast team talks co-branding, energy drink and protein supplement licensing with sweets makers, and the evolution of cannabis in sports recovery drinks.
Mars Appoints New CEO For KIND
Mars has promoted Daniel Calderoni, a manager within its pet nutrition division, to be the new CEO of KIND Snacks North America.
SIMPLi Growing The Regenerative Movement Via Distribution
Simpli is helping define what regeneratively grown products look like as it expands across multiple grocery categories while working to inform new consumers about the benefits.
What’s Next For Hemp-Derived THC After California’s Emergency Action?
Hemp-derived cannabis companies face an uncertain path forward as they navigate an increasingly difficult climate for retail distribution as states like California restrict what can be sold and where.
Inside Amazon Saver’s Private Label Debut
Today, Amazon announced the launch of a new brand, Amazon Saver, to bulk up its private label department; the value-focused grocery brand will be available both in Amazon Fresh stores and online.
CPG Week: Newtopia Now And Non-Alc Wines
On the episode of CPG Week, the team discusses the social chatter around Foxtrot’s reopening, insights from the first Newtopia Now and the state of the non-alcoholic wine category.
Foxtrot Prepares For Its Second Act
As Foxtrot Café & Market prepares for its return, the retailer is leaning into its coffeeshop aesthetic while CPG brands weigh whether they want to partner again.
A Bite With…Bezi Founder Ilay Karateke
The founder of new labneh brand Bezi talked about being a first-time CPG food founder, capitalizing on the success of Mediterranean dips, and the trial and error in launching a new product in an emerging category.
A Bite With…The Coconut Cult CEO Ari Raz
Now that The Coconut Cult has fully rolled out its refreshed packaging design, CEO Ari Raz talked with Nosh about positioning the plant-based yogurt for future success and how clear messaging is a big part of its growth strategy.