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  • Catalina Snacks Expands 'Better-For-You' Portfolio Across Breakfast and Savoury Categories | FNBX

    The launch reinforces Catalina Snacks' strategy of disrupting traditional, carbohydrate-heavy centre-store categories by offering functional "nutritional trifectas": high protein, high fibre, and zero-to-low sugar. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Catalina Snacks® , the high-growth brand known for its low-sugar, high-protein formulations, has announced a dual-category expansion of its product lineup. The company is introducing a new Peanut Butter Protein Cereal and transitioning its previously limited-edition Parmesan Garlic Protein Snack Mix into its permanent, everyday portfolio. The launch reinforces Catalina Snacks' strategy of disrupting traditional, carbohydrate-heavy centre-store categories by offering functional "nutritional trifectas": high protein, high fibre, and zero-to-low sugar. Breakfast to Afternoon Snacking The new SKUs target two distinct consumption occasions, providing retailers with "better-for-you" (BFY) options for both morning routines and afternoon savoury cravings. 1. Peanut Butter Protein Cereal Positioned to capture the enduring consumer demand for peanut butter profiles in the breakfast aisle, this new SKU eliminates the high sugar content typically associated with the flavour. Macros per serving: 11g of protein, 0g sugar, and an "excellent source" of fibre. Target Occasion: Morning bowls, midday snacks, and functional dessert alternatives. 2. Parmesan Garlic Protein Snack Mix Following a highly successful run as a limited-time offer (LTO), consumer demand has driven Catalina to make this savoury mix a permanent fixture. It features a blend of Catalina Crunch cereal squares, almonds, cashews, soy wheels, and gluten-free pretzels. Macros per serving: 10g of protein, 1g of sugar, and a "good source" of fibre. Target Occasion: Savoury snacking and on-the-go fuel, competing directly with traditional, high-carb salty snacks. 'No Compromise' Formulations Sam Martin , Chief Revenue & Marketing Officer at Catalina Snacks, highlighted the brand's focus on eliminating the historical trade-off between health and flavour. "Today's consumers expect more from their snacks," Martin stated. "They want bold flavour and great nutrition in the same bite. With these new flavours, we're continuing to provide our signature benefits of protein, fiber and lower sugar that consumers demand, while delivering just as much satisfaction as traditional options without compromise." Brand Scale and Market Impact Catalina Snacks continues to scale rapidly within the competitive functional food sector. The company reports that its products are now available in over 30,000 retail locations nationwide . Furthermore, the brand is leveraging its nutritional profile as a core component of its corporate impact messaging, noting that in 2025 alone, its product alternatives helped remove more than 4.9 million pounds of sugar from consumers' diets. Both new flavour additions are available immediately via the Catalina Crunch direct-to-consumer website, with broader retail distribution expected to follow. New Products Catalina Snacks Expands 'Better-For-You' Portfolio Across Breakfast and Savoury Categories News February 25, 2026 Snacking PepsiCo Debuts Healthier Snacking Brand Wow with Wotsits and Snack a Jacks New Products CLIF Expands Portfolio with 20g High Protein Bar Range Snacking Grenade Enters US Market with Four High-Protein Bar Flavours New Products Crisp Power Launches Honey Mustard Pretzels and Opens Texas Factory New Products Health & Nutrition Food Related news

  • Marzetti Company | Company Profile

    Discover Marzetti Company company profile on FNBX with verified distributors, partnership requests and latest industry activity. All Companies Close Food Marzetti Company Employees 3,000+ founded 1896 Headquarters Ohio, USA T. Marzetti Company is a leading manufacturer of speciality food products, headquartered in Westerville, Ohio. A subsidiary of Lancaster Colony Corporation since 1969, the company is a market leader in refrigerated dressings, dips, and frozen breads. Known for its "Quality Since 1896" ethos, Marzetti serves as a critical partner for major retail grocers and national restaurant chains. Through its vast portfolio of brands—including Marzetti, Sister Schubert’s, and New York Kitchen—and its massive licensed sauce division, the company combines century-old culinary traditions with modern, high-speed manufacturing to feed millions across North America. Parent Company: Lancaster Colony Corporation (LANC). About Marzetti Company --- Collaboration & Partnerships Marzetti Company is not currently looking for partnerships. Pitch a Partnership F&B Ecosystem Claim Profile Marzetti Company has no members on FNBX yet. Be discovered by B2B buyers Showcase your product catalog Signal partnership intent Claim Your Spot Are you a supplier, competitor, or distributor in the F&B space? Create your company profile to connect with giants like this. Create Free Page Takes 2 minutes. No credit card required. Authorised Distributors Americas Asia Europe Oceania There are no distributors currently. Submit New Distributors Company Name Contact Email Description Distribution Location Asia-Pacific Americas MENCA Europe Submit Are you a verified distributor? Claim your territory Recent Activity Business & Finance Marzetti Company Completes $400 Million Acquisition of Bachans May 1, 2026 New Products Marzetti Launches Protein Ranch Dressing and Dip March 25, 2026 New Products Marzetti Launches Simply Dressed Salad Dressing Line for Retail March 12, 2026 People The Marzetti Company Appoints Suntory Global Spirits CEO Greg Hughes to Board of Directors February 12, 2026 Listings Add Listing

  • Uber Eats adds Busch's and Piggly Wiggly to App | FNBX

    Uber Technologies has expanded its US quick-commerce grocery footprint to include retailers Busch's Fresh Food Market, Hays, Lowe's Market, and Piggly Wiggly. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Technology platform Uber Technologies, Inc. has announced strategic partnerships with four regional grocery retailers across the United States. The commercial expansion brings Busch’s Fresh Food Market, Hays, Lowe’s Market, and Piggly Wiggly onto the Uber Eats, Uber, and Postmates marketplace platforms. The rollout broadens Uber's nationwide grocery footprint, enabling consumers to access on-demand and scheduled delivery from established neighbourhood supermarkets across several key regional markets. Regional Grocer Integration The addition of the four regional retail banners allows Uber Eats to strengthen its geographic coverage and serve consumers who rely on established local grocery operators for daily and weekly shopping needs. The newly integrated grocery partners comprise: 🛒 Busch's Fresh Food Market: A family-owned Michigan grocer operating for more than 50 years, specialising in fresh produce, butcher-cut meat, seafood, prepared foods, and local products. 🏬 Hays: A regional family-owned grocery business with over a century of trading history, serving local communities across Arkansas and Missouri under its Hays Supermarkets and Food Smart banners. 🥩 Lowe’s Market: Part of parent enterprise Pay and Save, Inc., the banner serves regional markets primarily across Texas, offering fresh produce, pantry staples, and neighbourhood grocery items. 🐷 Piggly Wiggly: The self-service supermarket pioneer, expanding digital ordering capabilities via Uber Eats across select store locations in North Carolina. Delivery Infrastructure and Marketplace Operations The retail integration allows consumers to order grocery stock-ups and last-minute essentials with real-time order tracking directly through the Uber Eats, Uber, and Postmates applications. Hashim Amin, Head of Grocery and Retail for North America at Uber, stated that local retail preferences play a key role in consumer shopping routines. Amin noted that partnering with established regional chains and neighbourhood markets allows Uber Eats to expand consumer choice while opening digital growth channels for regional grocers. Subscribers to the Uber One loyalty programme will also receive delivery fee benefits on eligible grocery orders, supporting transaction frequency across the platform's expanded retail merchant base. Retail Uber Eats Expands US Grocery Network with Four Regional Retail Partnerships Eddie Sanders July 29, 2026 New Products Iceland Foods and Myprotein Expand Range with 25 High-Protein Products Retail Tesco Expands Frozen Aisle with 150 New Products Retail Asda Completes £7.5M Digital Shelf Label Rollout across Express Stores Retail Co-op Introduces 7am Online Delivery across 1200 Stores for Back to School Rush Retail Foodservice Business & Finance Related news

  • Mondelez Culminates Marvel Partnership with ‘Stuf of Doom’ OREO Launch and Experiential Drop | FNBX

    Mondelez International has announced the climax of its highly successful OREO and Marvel collaboration, unveiling the MARVEL OREO Stuf of Doom Cookies. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Confectionery Mondelēz International The Newsroom Mondelez International has announced the climax of its highly successful OREO and Marvel collaboration, unveiling the MARVEL OREO Stuf of Doom Cookies . The launch serves as the fourth and final instalment in the brand's "Stuf of Legends" campaign, utilising advanced product innovation and gamified marketing to drive deep engagement with passionate fan communities. The release concludes a multi-week digital and physical scavenger hunt, demonstrating a sophisticated approach to brand licensing that goes beyond simply placing character intellectual property (IP) on a standard package. Colour-Changing Tech and Flavour Profile The "Stuf of Doom" cookies centre on the Marvel Super Villain, Doctor Doom, and feature several technical and aesthetic innovations designed to spur impulse purchases and social sharing: Flavour Profile: A new "Masked Decadence" flavour, combining chocolate graham base cakes with toasted marshmallow-flavoured creme. Experiential Tech: The product utilises OREO's innovative colour-changing technology . The black creme is formulated to turn the consumer's tongue Doctor Doom’s signature green upon consumption. Design & Licensing: Each cookie features an embossment of Doctor Doom's mask. The packaging showcases bespoke Marvel Comic-style artwork illustrated by renowned artist Todd Nauck. The 'Collectable' Architecture A core driver for retail velocity in this campaign is the physical packaging architecture. The release is structured as a collectable puzzle. When consumers purchase all three previous "Stuf of Legends" packs and place them alongside the new "Stuf of Doom" pack, the combined packaging unveils a hidden, continuous comic scene. This strategy incentivises multiple purchases and drives basket size, transforming a fast-moving consumer good (FMCG) into a collectable merchandise item. Gamification and Fandom The launch was preceded by a digital alternate reality game (ARG) at MarvelOREOStufOfLegends.com , where fans completed interactive challenges to "safely deliver" the final pack, only to discover the "villainous twist" upon arrival. Matt Foley , Vice President of OREO, highlighted the importance of this narrative-driven approach. "We marked the final chapter in our most ambitious collaboration yet by handing the story over to the fans," Foley stated. "By blending the OREO brand's playful nature with Marvel's legendary storytelling, our interactive experience made fans the heroes, setting a new standard for how brands can create cultural moments with passionate fandoms." Experiential Activation to Drive 'Brand Heat' To maximise visibility ahead of the nationwide retail rollout, OREO and Marvel are executing a high-profile experiential activation. On Saturday, February 21 , the brands will host a product drop at Brooklyn's Dumbo Archway. The event acts as a physical touchpoint for the digital campaign, offering the first 50 attendees an exclusive pack signed by artist Todd Nauck. This "drop culture" tactic—borrowed from the streetwear industry—is increasingly being utilized by mainstream CPG brands to generate immediate social media traction and cultural relevance. Snacking Mondelez Culminates Marvel Partnership with ‘Stuf of Doom’ OREO Launch and Experiential Drop News February 19, 2026 Business & Finance Mondelēz International Amends Animal Testing Policy to Close 'Nutritional Science' Loopholes New Products Confectionery Marketing Snacking Related news

  • Conagra Brands Expands Portfolio | FNBX

    Conagra Brands has unveiled a comprehensive update to its frozen and pantry portfolio for 2026, focusing on high-protein, convenient. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Conagra Brands has introduced a significant expansion of its product portfolio, with a wide range of new offerings across its frozen, grocery, and snack categories for 2026. The new items are designed to address consumer requirements for convenience, protein-rich meal solutions, and restaurant-inspired flavours. The company is leveraging its existing brand presence to provide scalable solutions across breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while also introducing new pantry and snack items to the market. Breakfast Portfolio As consumers seek protein-rich options for morning routines, Conagra has updated its breakfast portfolio with several new additions. The Banquet brand is introducing Brown 'N Serve Sausage Sandwich Size Patties, designed to fit English muffins. This launch is supported by the Banquet MEGA breakfast bowl line, which offers 30 grams of protein per bowl. New additions from Odom's Tennessee Pride and Sandwich Bros include: Odom's Tennessee Pride: 🍗 Chicken Sandwich and 🥞 Maple Pancake Sausage Sandwich Sandwich Bros: 🌭 Sausage, Egg and Cheese and 🥚 Egg White, Turkey Sausage and Cheese breakfast pitas Frozen Meals and Entree Ranges The company is extending its frozen meal offerings with a focus on both single-serve and multi-serve formats. Banquet MEGA is introducing new chicken tenders and a Vlasic Dill Pickle chicken filet. Additionally, the brand is launching three multi-serve Banquet MEGA XL meals and two single-serve options. Other major brand updates include: Bertolli: Beef Bolognese Skillet Meal Dolly Parton: 🥩 Homestyle Meatloaf and 🍗 Fried Chicken Mac and Cheese evol: Four new protein bowls and Blackened Chicken Alfredo Healthy Choice: Six new meals across the Café, Café Steamers, and Simply Steamers lines, featuring GLP-1 "On Track" labelling Hungry-Man: Chicken Alfredo with a king-size brownie Marie Callender's: New family-size meals including Meat Lasagna, Baked Ziti, and Garlic Chicken Pasta, plus single-serve options like Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Chicken Bacon Ranch bowl, and Chicken Lo Mein bowl P.F. Chang's Home Menu: Japanese Style BBQ Crispy Chicken, Mini Pork Egg Rolls, and a Korean BBQ Style Bowl Frozen Vegetable Birds Eye is expanding its vegetable portfolio to include steakhouse-inspired sides and items designed for microwave preparation. New additions include Green Beans with Bacon, Creamed Spinach, and additions to the ULTIMATE Vegetables collection: Birds Eye ULTIMATE: 🥦 Cheesy Broccoli Mac and Cheese and 🥔 Creamy Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes Birds Eye Steamfresh: 🌽 Fire-Roasted Super Sweet Corn, Quinoa, Shelled Edamame, 🍚 Vegetable Fried Rice, and 🌶️ Mexican Street Corn Plant Based The plant-based sector continues to see activity from Gardein and Purple Carrot. Gardein is introducing ULTIMATE Plant-Based Extra Crispy Chick'n Nuggets and a Chick'n Alfredo bowl. Purple Carrot is launching a Spring Vegetable Alfredo-Style Bowl and a Vegetable Basil Pesto Bowl. Pantry and Snacks The pantry and snack segments include new licensed partnerships and product variations: Wendy's: Baconator Chili Stubb's: 🍖 Original and 🍯 Sticky Sweet Baked Beans Snack Pack: Dr Pepper Juicy Gels and 🍓 🍊 Snack Pack Splash Juicy Gels Glutino: 🍫 Dark Chocolate Strawberry Wafer Bites, Frosted Animal Crackers, and 🧀 Garlic Parmesan Pretzel Twists New Products Conagra Brands Expands Portfolio with Extensive 2026 Product Launches Eddie Sanders June 24, 2026 New Products Maggi Expands Instant Noodle Portfolio with Three Asian-Inspired Ramen Flavours New Products PepsiCo Launches Refrigerated Alvalle Gazpacho New Products Goodles Launches Twirly Mac Range with Three Bold Flavours New Products General Mills Expands Totino's Portfolio with Fan-Inspired Flavour Innovations Food New Products Related news

  • Fiberstar Debuts Citri-Fi® Pro to Mitigate Acacia Gum Supply Risks | FNBX

    The launch is strategically timed to address escalating concerns within the global beverage industry regarding the stability and ethics of sourcing acacia gum from the conflict-ridden Sudan region. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Fiberstar, Inc. , a leader in citrus fibre technologies, has announced the launch of Citri-Fi® Pro , an all-natural alternative to acacia gum (gum arabic). The launch is strategically timed to address escalating concerns within the global beverage industry regarding the stability and ethics of sourcing acacia gum from the conflict-ridden Sudan region. For decades, acacia gum has been a critical emulsifier in beverage formulations. However, geopolitical instability and humanitarian crises in Sudan—the world's primary exporter—have forced manufacturers to seek reliable substitutes to secure their supply chains against disruption. Addressing Regulatory and Ethical Pressures The move comes as multinational corporations face tighter scrutiny regarding their upstream supply chains. John Haen , President and CEO of Fiberstar, Inc., highlighted the impact of pending regulations such as the proposed EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) . "Directives such as the proposed EU CSDDD would mandate large companies to identify and mitigate human rights and environmental risks across their global operations and supply chains," Haen stated. "This, in the end, will affect their ability to source acacia gum from war zones in the future." Technical Specifications and Cost Savings Citri-Fi® Pro is engineered to replace up to 75% of acacia gum or modified food starch in beverage applications. Beyond risk mitigation, Fiberstar positions the ingredient as a cost-effective solution, offering significant "cost-in-use savings" compared to the increasingly volatile acacia market. Key Product Attributes: Functionality: Creates stable emulsions comparable to traditional gums. Clean Labelling: Can be labelled as citrus fibre , dried citrus pulp , or citrus flour , resonating with natural beverage markets. Dietary Claims: Allergen-free and Gluten-free. Sourcing: Naturally derived and backed by a transparent, stable supply chain. Market Context This innovation provides beverage brands with a "reliable path" to maintain product quality while meeting clean-label and sustainability goals. By shifting to a citrus-based alternative, manufacturers can decouple their production from the geopolitical risks associated with the Sahel region, ensuring a consistent supply of emulsifying agents. Ingredients Fiberstar Debuts Citri-Fi® Pro to Mitigate Acacia Gum Supply Risks News February 6, 2026 New Products Nestlé Launches Dessert Culinary Solutions in Brazil and China Ingredients Lallemand Launches Solyve as Dedicated Food and Beverage Enzyme Unit Ingredients Superbrewed Food Launches Thryvia Postbiotic for Functional Food and Drink Technology KPM Analytics Launches MCT700 Series In Line NIR Sensors for Food Processing Health & Nutrition New Solutions Ingredients Flavours & Colours Related news

  • RäFoods Appoints John Rota as Chief Marketing Officer to Scale Living Nutrition | FNBX

    RäFoods has named John Rota as Chief Marketing Officer to operationalise its Living Nutrition platform and drive scalable market expansion through integrated storytelling and operational discipline. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom RäFoods has announced the appointment of John Rota as Chief Marketing Officer, signalling a strategic shift from foundational branding to large-scale execution. Rota joins the executive leadership team at a critical juncture as the company seeks to operationalise its Living Nutrition platform. His primary mandate involves embedding the company’s core philosophy into scalable systems, measurable performance metrics, and sustained national market expansion. Operationalising the Living Nutrition Platform The appointment of Rota marks the next phase of disciplined growth for RäFoods. While Living Nutrition has served as the brand's guiding framework, the executive team is now prioritising the translation of these principles into repeatable business systems. Rota's role centres on building the infrastructure required to align product development, retail partnerships, and consumer engagement with the brand's nutrient-dense mission. According to Rota, the focus is on creating a connection between belief and behaviour. He noted that growth becomes durable when narrative and execution are aligned, allowing the company to build repeatable systems that support long-term health and everyday vitality for consumers. Strategic Leadership and Execution Bias CEO Des Hague highlighted the strategic significance of the hire, citing a long-standing professional partnership with Rota across multiple previous ventures. Hague emphasised that Rota brings a blend of high-level strategic thinking and a tactical bias toward execution, which is essential as RäFoods moves from the strategy phase into measurable growth. Rota’s background includes leading marketing and production initiatives for premium content organisations and global brands. His experience in high-calibre storytelling is expected to provide the narrative clarity needed to navigate complex cross-platform executions and purpose-driven campaigns. Mandate and Portfolio Strategy As Chief Marketing Officer, Rota will oversee several critical functions within the organisation, including: Brand Architecture : Refining the visual and conceptual identity of the RäFoods portfolio. Go-To-Market Execution : Strengthening the pipeline between production and consumer availability. Retail Activation : Enhancing presence and performance within physical and digital retail environments. Integrated Storytelling : Aligning the Living Nutrition mission with consumer-facing messaging. The board of directors, led by Chairman Jeff Sholl, indicated that this hire reflects a commitment to an aggressive growth strategy. Sholl noted that Rota's ability to develop a powerful storyline is a critical asset for a mission-driven company looking to change consumer eating habits on a national scale. Future Outlook for RäFoods With the executive leadership team now bolstered by Rota's appointment, RäFoods is positioned to advance its Living Nutrition platform across the United States. The company has indicated that additional strategic milestones will be announced as it continues to build out the accountability and systems required to support its nutrient-dense product lines in a competitive marketplace. People RäFoods Appoints John Rota as Chief Marketing Officer to Scale Living Nutrition News March 3, 2026 Marketing Mars Ice Cream Launches Chief Online Chill Officer Campaign for SNICKERS Minis Business & Finance Primo Brands Restructures Leadership and Eliminates Chief Operating Officer Role People BrewDog CEO James Taylor Steps Down People Jennifer Mann to Step Down as President of Coca-Cola North America Business & Finance People Marketing Food Related news

  • Kewpie Launches Covent Garden Pop Up for KEWPIE IT | FNBX

    Kewpie Corporation is launching an experiential pop-up in London's Covent Garden Piazza as part of its "KEWPIE IT." comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Japanese condiment manufacturer Kewpie Corporation has announced an experiential brand activation in London, introducing a pop-up in Covent Garden Piazza on 19 and 20 September 2026. The two-day event marks the official launch of the company's "KEWPIE IT." campaign in the UK, aimed at expanding consumer awareness and culinary application of Kewpie Mayonnaise across European retail and foodservice sectors. The campaign highlights the transformative impact of Kewpie Mayonnaise on everyday dishes, focusing specifically on the Tamago Sando, the traditional Japanese egg sandwich. Experiential Retail and Konbini Pop Up Activation The "KEWPIE IT. London Brand Experience" will feature a "KONBINI KEWPIE" installation inspired by traditional Japanese convenience stores. The temporary retail space is designed to drive direct consumer engagement through product sampling, merchandise, and branded content. Key features of the pop-up activation include: 🥪 Tamago Sando Sampling: Freshly prepared Japanese egg sandwiches demonstrating the texture and flavour profile of Kewpie Mayonnaise. 🏪 KONBINI KEWPIE Store Design: A retail pop-up environment modelled on Japanese convenience store aesthetics. 📖 Limited-Edition "Mayozine": Distribution of a proprietary brand magazine featuring recipes, culinary history, and product applications. 🎁 Promotional Giveaways: Merchandise drops and product sampling packs for event attendees. The event will run on 19 September from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM and on 20 September from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Covent Garden Piazza. Formulation Science First produced in 1925, Kewpie Mayonnaise differs from conventional Western mayonnaise formulations through its raw material selection and acid profile. The technical parameters of the formulation include: 🥚 Egg Yolk Base: Formulated using egg yolks rather than whole eggs to deliver a rich, creamy texture and distinct umami mouthfeel. 🍶 Proprietary Vinegar Blend: Combined with Kewpie's exclusive vinegar formulation to enhance flavour depth and balance. 🥪 Tamago Sando Application: Showcasing the traditional Japanese egg sandwich as a primary vehicle to demonstrate product versatility in everyday cooking. The brand strategy focuses on positioning the condiment as a versatile flavour enhancer for standard household dishes, including burgers, salads, sandwiches, and roasted vegetables. Satoshi Wakatsuki, General Manager of the International Marketing Planning Department at Kewpie Corporation, stated that the Tamago Sando illustrates how a single quality ingredient can elevate a simple meal, adding that the campaign aims to share the joy of carefully selected ingredients and introduce the rich, umami flavour of Kewpie Mayonnaise to new audiences. The Covent Garden event serves as the initial phase of a multi-channel UK marketing push. Following the pop-up, Kewpie Corporation will execute targeted chef partnerships, content creator collaborations, and digital media campaigns to drive retail velocity and expand distribution across UK grocery and QSR channels. Marketing Kewpie Launches Covent Garden Pop Up for KEWPIE IT Campaign in London Eddie Sanders August 27, 2026 New Products Carbone Fine Food Expands Beyond Pasta Sauce with Italian Chilli Crisp Sauces 7-Eleven Rolls Out In-Store BiG Flavour Bar with Seven Original Sauces New Products Potts Partnership Expands into Sweet Category with Coulis Launch New Products Summit Hill Foods Launches Better Than Bouillon Global Flavour Bases Business & Finance Marketing Sauces Related news

  • Kraft Heinz Appoints Steve Cahillane as CEO to Lead Strategic Split into Two Entities | FNBX

    Cahillane is set to lead Global Taste Elevation Co, one of the two distinct entities emerging from the planned split originally announced in September 2025. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Food Kraft Heinz The Newsroom The Kraft Heinz Company has announced the appointment of industry veteran Steve Cahillane as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 2026. The high-profile hire comes at a critical juncture for the food giant as it prepares to execute a major structural separation into two independent, publicly traded businesses. Cahillane is set to lead Global Taste Elevation Co , one of the two distinct entities emerging from the planned split originally announced in September 2025. Strategic Restructuring and Roles The company is moving forward with its plan to divide operations into "Global Taste Elevation Co" and "North American Grocery Co," with the transaction expected to close in the second half of 2026 pending customary approvals. Upon taking the helm, Cahillane will join the Kraft Heinz board of directors. His primary mandate will be to guide the Global Taste Elevation entity, while the board initiates a separate search for a CEO to lead the North American Grocery Co. The separation is designed to provide both businesses with greater strategic focus, allowing for the deployment of resources around distinct growth priorities. Cahillane succeeds current CEO Carlos Abrams-Rivera, who will step down on 1 January 2026. To ensure a smooth handover during this volatile transition period, Abrams-Rivera will remain with the company in an advisory capacity through March 2026. Cahillane joins Kraft Heinz immediately following the conclusion of a significant chapter in the industry. He most recently served as Chairman, President, and CEO of Kellanova (formerly Kellogg Company), guiding the business until its acquisition by Mars, Inc. in December 2025. His resume includes extensive senior leadership experience across the food and beverage landscape, including roles at The Nature’s Bounty Co, The Coca-Cola Company, and AB InBev. Board Governance Changes In conjunction with the CEO appointment, the company has announced shifts within its board governance structure: New Chair: John T. Cahill, currently Vice Chair and former CEO of Kraft Foods, will succeed Miguel Patricio as Board Chair. Separation Committee: John T. Cahill will continue to oversee the board’s Separation Committee, which is steering the restructuring efforts. Director Retention: Miguel Patricio will remain on the board following the transition. People Kraft Heinz Appoints Steve Cahillane as CEO to Lead Strategic Split into Two Entities December 16, 2025 People Kraft Heinz Appoints Lucy Hovey as CFO for UK and Ireland Operations People The Hershey Company Appoints Dave Hulays as Chief Financial Officer People Nestlé Waters UK Appoints Thomas Conquet as UK Managing Director People Ben & Jerry's Appoints Three Independent Directors to Board People Business & Finance Food Sauces Related news

  • Brand Licensing Europe | 6 - 8 October 2026 | FNBX

    From Acamar to FC Barcelona, and Hasbro to the V&A, Brand Licensing Europe is your one-stop destination to explore a vast array of licensable brands across all categories and territories – from emerging trends to iconic household names. Food and Beverage Industry Event Close Close Brand Licensing Europe Trade Show About Detail Visitors Discussion From Acamar to FC Barcelona, and Hasbro to the V&A, Brand Licensing Europe is your one-stop destination to explore a vast array of licensable brands across all categories and territories – from emerging trends to iconic household names. Discover new brands, gain insights from industry leaders and connect with potential partners to take your business to the next level. It’s free to attend – secure your spot today! Tuesday 6th October: 09:00 - 17:00 Wednesday 7th October 09:00 - 17:00 Thursday 8th October: 09:00 - 16:00 Find out more Get in touch with our team My Agenda 🔒 Create a free FNBX account to: 📌 Save events and build your personal agenda 🤝 See who else is attending each event There are currently no FNBX members set as attending this event. FNBX First PREV 1 Page 1 NEXT Last 6 - 8 October 2026 London, UK Organised by: Informa Visit organisers website From Acamar to FC Barcelona, and Hasbro to the V&A, Brand Licensing Europe is your one-stop destination to explore a vast array of licensable brands across all categories and territories – from emerging trends to iconic household names. . --- Set as attending comments debug Discussion Log In Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

  • Superbrewed Food Launches Thryvia Postbiotic | FNBX

    Superbrewed Food has commercially launched Thryvia, a shelf-stable protein-derived postbiotic for gut and immune health in food, drink, and supplements. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Superbrewed Food, Inc. has announced the commercial launch of Thryvia, a protein-derived postbiotic ingredient formulated to support digestive and immune health across functional food, beverage, dietary supplement, and pet nutrition applications. The ingredient enters the market with established regulatory clearance, having received a "No Questions" letter from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under Generally Recognised as Safe (GRAS) Notice GRN 1129. Formulation Flexibility and Shelf Stability Derived from heat-killed, non-viable Clostridium tyrobutyricum (strain ASM19), Thryvia is a room-temperature, shelf-stable postbiotic. Because the ingredient does not rely on maintaining live-organism viability throughout distribution and storage, it provides food and beverage manufacturers with processing flexibility compared to traditional live probiotics. The ingredient is engineered for high-temperature and high-shear processing environments, including ultra-high temperature (UHT) liquid processing, extrusion, and baking. Key technical specifications and formulation parameters include: Inclusion Rate: Formulated for low inclusion levels, with a standard recommended dosage of approximately 200 mg per serving. Matrix Compatibility: Suitable for capsules, dietary powders, gummies, nutritional bars, functional beverages, shelf-stable food systems, and animal nutrition. Regulatory Clearance: Backed by an FDA GRAS "No Questions" letter (GRN 1129) for broad commercial deployment. Bryan Tracy, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Superbrewed Food, stated that brand owners require differentiated ingredients backed by scientific research that maintain performance within commercial processing environments. Tracy noted that Thryvia bridges scientific validation with manufacturing parameters to offer brand partners a distinct formulation pathway. Scientific Foundation and Receptor Activation The launch is supported by an ongoing scientific research programme spanning mechanistic, preclinical, and human studies. Third-party preclinical research demonstrates that Thryvia selectively activates pattern-recognition receptors TLR2, TLR5, and NOD2, which play a role in host immune response and gut barrier integrity. Controlled animal studies further demonstrate translational activity across intestinal pathways. In a completed four-week consumer perception study, participants reported improvements across key measures of digestive comfort. Additional human clinical trials evaluating systemic digestive and immune outcomes remain underway. Leadership Appointment Alongside the commercial rollout, Superbrewed Food has appointed microbiome industry veteran Michael Bush as Co-Chairman of the Board. Bush previously served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Ganeden, where he directed the commercialisation and international scaling of its branded probiotic platform prior to its acquisition by Kerry Group. Michael Bush, Co-Chairman of Superbrewed Food, stated that Thryvia possesses the scientific backing and structural stability required to address unmet formulation needs across the food, beverage, supplement, and animal health sectors. Ingredients Superbrewed Food Launches Thryvia Postbiotic for Functional Food and Drink Eddie Sanders August 20, 2026 New Products Nestlé Launches Dessert Culinary Solutions in Brazil and China Ingredients Lallemand Launches Solyve as Dedicated Food and Beverage Enzyme Unit Technology KPM Analytics Launches MCT700 Series In Line NIR Sensors for Food Processing Ingredients MycoTechnology and Adorvia Partner to Launch Natural Sweetener Blends Ingredients New Solutions Business & Finance Health & Nutrition Related news

  • Whole Foods Market Scales Small Format Daily Shop | FNBX

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