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Amazon Moves Whole Foods Leadership In-House
Amazon is consolidating the Whole Foods leadership team under Amazon’s Worldwide Grocery Stores, with former Whole Foods Market CEO Jason Buechel in the top seat.
Frito-Lay Shutters Storied California Plant, 480 Jobs Affected
PepsiCo will shutter its Frito-Lay facility in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., which has been operational for over 50 years and will result in layoffs affecting about 480 employees.
Reviews: Justin’s Expands In Candy; Plus, Fable Fish Co., MUSH
In this reviews roundup, we nosh on Justin’s latest chocolate additions, Fable Fish Co. salmon jerky, and MUSH protein bars.
CPG Week: The Case Against David. Plus, Is Vegan Cheese In Crisis?
This week, the podcast team explores an antitrust lawsuit centered around protein bar David’s acquisition of its supplier Epogee. Next, the hosts look toward regulatory headwinds in hemp drinks and why there are signs of optimism despite retail setbacks. Finally, the team looks at candy maker Joyride’s new $30 million funding round before discussing the future of plant-based cheese.
USDA Extends SNAP Waiver Restrictions To Three States
The USDA has granted three new waivers restricting candy and soda from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs.
Doosra’s Do-Over: Inside Indian Snack Brand’s Packaging Revamp
Snack startup Doosra has refreshed its branding to speak to its Indian roots without leaning into tropes while positioning the brand better for trial in retail.
Is Sustainable Packaging Worth The Investment?
While sustainability initiatives are often an inherent part of modern mission-driven brands, a recent report suggests that what’s on the outside isn’t resonating with consumers like it used to.
Food-as-Medicine Startup Raises $3.6 Million To Scale GLP-1 Solution
Lembas, which describes itself as an artificial intelligence-powered peptide discovery company, aims to offer a more accessible alternative to high-priced injectables sold under brand names like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Wegovy with its first solution, GLP-1 Edge.
Trump-Era SBA Eliminates DEI, Tightens Underwriting And Citizenship Requirements
The Small Business Administration (SBA) under the second Trump term does not seem to be signaling support for its core constituents: small businesses.
‘We’re Not A Household Name…Yet:’ Sauz Locks In $12M
Next-gen pasta sauce slinger Sauz announced today the closing of a $12 million funding round led by CAVU Consumer Partners, with participation from existing investors such as Coefficient Capital, Palm Tree Crew and Strand Equity.