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Non-UPF Verified Turns Consumer Scans Into Demand Signals
Non-UPF Verified is bringing consumers into the ultraprocessed food (UPF) conversation with the release of a new app that features a barcode scanner to check a product’s verification status – and to request that an item become verified if it isn’t already.
Flings Considers Full Portfolio Pivot With Protein-Packed Chocolate Bite Innovation
Protein snack maker Flings is expanding into bite-sized chocolate indulgences, as it sees margins shrink for its toaster pastry line.
Review: Jams Goes Bananas With Its Latest PB&J
The combination of creamy peanut butter and banana jelly really works, delivering a familiar flavor profile while maintaining the convenience and texture of a classic PB&J.
THE CPG INSIDER WEEKLY
This week, we’re checking out Cerebelly’s first acquisition as it seeks to build a kids nutrition platform, investigating the Siete of Mediterranean cuisine, and making up words to explain our avocado anxiety. Hey, what more could you ask for?
Distribution: Amylu Nears 130K Points of Distribution, BonBon Swedish Candy Co. Lands in Target
Amylu Foods is set to reach nearly 130,000 points of distribution by the end of 2026, up roughly 50% from last year, as it adds shelf space across a variety of retailers.
New Products: AWAKE Caffeinates Trail Mix, Momofuku Gets Saucy
In this week’s new products roundup, AWAKE Chocolate takes its caffeine platform into trail mix, Momofuku Goods makes its biggest portfolio expansion yet with a new line of cooking sauces, and TRUBAR taps into the matcha craze with a limited-edition Cha Cha Matcha collaboration.
Inside Kosterina’s Bid to Become the Siete of Mediterranean Cuisine
Kosterina introduced its first collaborative product this week as it works to build an olive oil platform that plays across food, supplements and beauty.
Kroger Drops Red Bull, Boar’s Head Amidst Cost-Cutting Push
Kroger shoppers looking for Red Bull or Boar’s Head products may be out of luck for the time being.
Apex Capital-Backed Juanita’s Foods Adds New Manufacturing Muscle
Mexican-style soup and sauce maker Juanita’s Foods has acquired a 120,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Santa Fe Springs, Calif., giving it a larger production base.
Health Promises Fading, Agentic Appeal Rising in 2027 Trends Report
Consumers are starting to get fed up with being told what they need, rather than offered what they want, according to Tastewise’s 2027 Food and Beverage Forecast. The annual webinar claimed that the “Health Promise” made by food and beverage brands is fading from relevance and in some cases is becoming a turnoff.








