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Vaca Chips Raises $5.6M For Second Investment This Year
Beef tallow tortilla chip brand Vaca Chips has raised a fresh $5.6 million, led by Barrel Ventures, after raising $1.5M over the summer.
How PIM Brands Built A Custom AI Manufacturing Platform
PIM Brands, the makers of Welch’s Fruit Snacks, has integrated a custom AI manufacturing system to streamline production across its portfolio.
Newtopia Now: Traditional Cuisine And Clean Fats
At Newtopia Now 2026, food brands leaned deeper into seed-oil-free, clean fats and authentic flavors from South Asia and the Middle East.
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Jeni’s Founder Explains Differentiation In Competitive Categories
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.
‘Visibility Plus Credibility’: Khloé Kardashian on Building a Celebrity Brand That Actually Sells
At Nosh Live 2025, Khloud Foods CEO Jeff Rubenstein joined founder Khloé Kardashian to discuss the upsides and pitfalls of celebrity-led brands, the rationale behind protein-forward popcorn for GLP-1 users, and early signals of a sizable innovation roadmap.
Reviews: Casa Arte Sano, Gotham Greens, Dirty Gut
The Nosh team samples Casa Arte Sano Nopalli cactus-based tortilla chips, Gotham Greens’ refrigerated plant-based dips, and Dirty Gut functional chocolates.
Reviews: TIPS Beef Tallow Potato Chips and Grillo’s Thickles
The Nosh team reviews TIPS Potato Chips cooked in beef tallow and Grillo’s Thickles thick-cut pickles.
Seeding Its Future: Smackin’ Fuels Growth With Vertical Integration
Sunflower seed snack brand Smackin’ has prioritized flavor innovation and manufacturing control to position for long-term growth.
Novak Djokovic Backs Corn-Free Popcorn Cob In $5M Seed Round
Popped sorghum brand Cob has closed a $5 million seed round led by tennis legend Novak Djokovic, as it positions itself as a healthier alternative to popcorn.
Fruitist Bags $150M In Funding To Build Berry Business
Fruitist closed $150 million in equity funding to accelerate retail expansion for its line of premium packaged berries. The round was led by J.P. Morgan Asset Management, alongside new and existing investors. The Los Angeles-based company is reportedly valued at $1 billion.
From MrBeast to Biltong: Meat Snacks Flex New Muscles at NACS
Legacy meat snack brands showcased simple formulations, grass-fed beef options and premium-positioned products at NACS last week.
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.
Pip’s Drops Corn In Rebrand Name, Adds Avocado Oil
Pipcorn has rebranded to Pip’s Heirloom Snacks as it transitions its portfolio from seed oils to avocado oil.