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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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[Updated] Tracking The Impact Of A SNAP Funding Lapse
SNAP funding is set to run out on Saturday amid the ongoing government shutdown. Retailers and food companies are bracing for the impact of lower sales as that $8 billion in spending power is removed from the market overnight.
How Diaspora’s ‘Scrappy’ Growth Strategy Reeled In Padma Lakshmi
Diaspora Spice Co. unveiled one of its most high-profile collaborations to-date this month as the Indian and Sri Lankan-sourced business works to navigate the unpredictable tariff environment.
Kraft Heinz: ‘On-Track’ To Split In 2026
Kraft Heinz reported sales declines and narrowing margins in Q3 as it prepares to separate into two companies during the second half of 2026.
Self-Manufacturing, Shelf-Stable Snacks Drive JonnyPops’ Expansion
JonnyPops has launched a freeze-dried innovation as it uses its manufacturing capabilities to scale further in conventional grocery.
CPG Week: C-Store Special – Highlights From the NACS Show
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard discuss trends and new products featured at the NACS Show held Oct. 14-17 in Chicago. The event drew thousands of convenience store operators to view the latest offerings from food and beverage brands seeking to expand within the channel.
NACS: Dole Eyes Frozen Indulgence, Snack Brand Leverages Influencer Creds
Legacy tropical fruit company Dole and new snack brand Wavers are playing to their respective strengths as they attempt to enter the convenience channel.
Ex-Topo Chico Exec Bets on Cactus Chips With Casa Arte Sano
Gerardo Galvan has spent nearly his entire career in beverage. Since departing Topo Chico, he has set his sights on the snack set, marking the start of his entrepreneurial journey with Casa Arte Sano.
Global Flavors and ‘Female Rage’ Fuel Union Kitchen Event
Global flavors, heritage-inspired foods and “Female Rage” fueled Union Kitchen’s Meet the Makers event this past Sunday, drawing in nearly 100 vendors to sample.
Inside Karma Sauce’s Fiery Rise from Space Lab to Hot Ones Fame
There’s likely only one entrepreneur out there that can claim their work has aided both astronomical discoveries and celebrity tea spilling.
CPG Week: Whole Foods Forecasts Top Trends. Plus, Death vs. Death
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Avery dig into Whole Foods Market’s annual trends forecast and DayDayCook’s shift away from its recent brand acquisitions to focus on bitcoin. The podcasters also discuss the potential of a new food processing technology and the legal battle brewing between Liquid Death and Death Wish Coffee.