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Target Removing Artificial Dyes From Cereal Assortment
Target announced today that it will only sell cereals made without certified synthetic colors beginning in May. The retailer said it has worked closely with both national brand and its owned brand partners to reformulate products.
Fresh Thyme Relaunches Private Label With BFY Focus
Midwest natural retailer Fresh Thyme Market today announced the relaunch of its Own Brands private label lineup with new “trend-forward products” and updated packaging.
Maazah Raises $2M As It Deepens Distribution
Afghan-inspired food company Maazah has raised a $2 million seed round with participation from existing investors as well as three family offices based in the brand’s hometown of Minneapolis.
Additional Content
CPG Week: Nosh Trendlines Report
The CPG Week team talks about the new five-part Nosh Trendlines series providing insights into developments in self-manufacturing, healthspan versus lifespan marketing campaigns and the roiling seed oil debate.
Surviving the Store Brand Tsunami
Store brands are among the fastest growing segments in the grocery industry. For startups and emerging brands, that presents an immense competitive challenge.
Insider Daily Briefing: Retail Media and Prime Day Predictions
Also in this issue: hear from Stride Consumer Partners’ Paul Kenny, why Scharffen Berger has joined 1-800-FLOWERS, people move news from around the industry and more.
A Bite With…Stride Consumer Partners Operating Partner Paul Kenny
Stride Consumer Partners’ new food and beverage-focused operating partner Paul Kenny explains how he uses his CPG experience to advise portfolio brands and build successful future growth.
Unpacking The Slew Of Grocery Delivery Platform Partnerships
Food delivery platforms are partnering with grocery chains reflecting both the elevated demand for online shopping and a retailer shift to bringing more options to consumers.
Distribution Methods Move Beyond Broadline
There are plenty of emerging dynamics currently reshaping the grocery business… and those dynamics are also changing the ways brands bring products to market.
General Mills: Q4 Sales Decline as Consumer Demand Weakens
General Mills’ Q4 sales decline reflects the company’s struggles with lower volumes and retailer inventory reductions as well as a drop in demand among value-oriented shoppers.
Summer Fancy Food: Glucose Control Callouts, Vevan Refreshes Branding
New products, innovative brands and industry trends were showcased at the annual Summer Fancy Food Show hosted by the Specialty Food Association. Here’s a first look from Nosh.
Kroger: Q1 Sales Top Estimates, Digital Sales Growing
The Kroger Company surpassed analysts’ projections in reporting first-quarter sales of $45.3 billion, up from $45.2 billion the previous year, fueled by the better-than-expected performance of its grocery business and increased household penetration.
B.T.R. Nation Builds Out Bar Business with Innovation, Distribution
B.T.R. Nation has lined up new partnerships with Costco and Thrive Market as the better-for-you snack maker raises capital to meet its new production demands.




