NOS Energy Drink is strengthening its position in the high-performance energy segment with the launch of "Grand Prix Guava," a tropical flavour innovation designed to capitalise on the brand's deep roots in motorsports and the rising demand for exotic fruit profiles. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > NOS Energy Drink has announced the launch of its latest flavour innovation, "Grand Prix Guava." This strategic addition to the NOS portfolio is designed to meet sustained fan demand for diverse flavour profiles within the high-performance energy category. By blending a tropical guava base with a "peach twist," the brand is attempting to broaden its appeal to flavour-seeking consumers while maintaining its core identity as a functional fuel for high-intensity lifestyles. The launch underscores the brand's disciplined approach to SKU proliferation; as noted by brand representatives, NOS introduces new flavours infrequently, ensuring that each new entry serves as a significant commercial "statement" for the brand and its retail partners. NOS Energy Drink and Racing legend Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Alignment with Motorsports Culture A defining element of the NOS brand equity is its inextricable link to motorsports and racing culture. The naming convention of "Grand Prix Guava" directly reinforces this heritage, positioning the drink as a "turbo-charged" solution for both professional athletes and the community of "performance-driven" enthusiasts. To drive initial brand resonance and social proof, NOS partnered with racing legend Ricky Stenhouse Jr. to debut the flavour. Stenhouse Jr. characterised the product as "built for speed," a narrative designed to align with the "high-energy mindset" of the NOS consumer base, whether they are on the track, in the garage, or managing demanding work shifts. Technical Specifications and Functional Profile The Grand Prix Guava variant is formulated to deliver the same "hard-hitting" energy profile that defines the NOS brand. The product is engineered to support both physical stamina and mental focus through a specific nutrient matrix: Functional Base : Powered by a robust caffeine load and B vitamins. Flavour Complexity : A vibrant, tropical profile that balances sweet guava with a smooth peach finish, intended to minimise the "medicinal" aftertaste often associated with high-potency energy drinks. Usage Occasions : Marketed for "early mornings" and "late-night pushes," targeting blue-collar professionals, road travellers, and the adrenaline-sports community. Portfolio Integration and Retail Grand Prix Guava joins a "finely tuned" lineup that includes the flagship NOS Original, GT Grape, and NOS Zero Sugar. For retailers, the addition of a tropical variant provides an opportunity to drive incremental growth within the energy door, particularly as tropical and exotic flavours continue to outpace traditional "citrus" or "berry" energy profiles in year-over-year sales growth. The product's visual identity remains consistent with the iconic blue-and-orange "NOS tank" aesthetic, ensuring immediate brand recognition on the shelf. Retailers are encouraged to leverage the brand's racing associations during key motorsports event windows to drive high-velocity impulse purchases. The Evolution of Performance Energy The launch of Grand Prix Guava reflects a broader shift in the $19 billion U.S. energy drink market, where "Performance Energy" brands are increasingly using flavour as a primary lever for consumer retention. As the category becomes more crowded with functional "wellness" energy drinks, NOS is doubling down on its "no-nonsense," high-performance positioning. Success for this SKU will likely be measured by its ability to capture the "lifestyle" consumer—those who identify with the grit and speed of motorsports. By combining a "bold and smooth" flavour with a proven functional baseline, NOS is positioning itself to maintain its "drink of choice" status among the performance-obsessed community while capturing the high-growth "exotic flavour" trend. NOS Energy Drink Expands Portfolio with Grand Prix Guava Launch April 14, 2026 Energy Drinks Celsius Unveils Spritz Vibe Winter Edition with Sparkling Shirley Temple New Products Switch Energy Drink Launches Limited Edition Bite Me Halloween Flavour Energy Drinks Red Bull Launches The Glacier Edition Frosted Raspberry Flavour in UK Energy Drinks Monster Unveils Protein Energy Hybrid Beverage Line with 30g Protein Energy Drinks Soft drinks New Products Related news

The J.M. Smucker Co. unveils Jif Simply, a new peanut butter spread featuring a three-ingredient unsweetened formula designed for the growing clean-label consumer segment. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > The J.M. Smucker Co. has officially announced the launch of Jif Simply™, a new product line designed to meet consumer demand for streamlined ingredient lists. Unveiled at the Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) conference, the inaugural product in the line, Jif Simply Unsweetened Creamy, features a three-ingredient formulation: USA-farmed peanuts, salt, and palm oil. Strategic Shift Toward Ingredient Transparency The introduction of Jif Simply represents a strategic effort by the Jif brand to capture the "clean label" market without moving into the more volatile natural peanut butter category, which often requires stirring. By maintaining a smooth, creamy texture while removing added sugars, Smucker’s is positioning the product as a "no-guesswork" solution for health-conscious families and individuals seeking functional plant-based protein. Each serving of the Unsweetened Creamy variety delivers 8 grams of plant-based protein. This focus on simplified nutrition aligns with broader industry trends where legacy CPG brands are "stripping back" labels to retain market share among younger, ingredient-conscious demographics. Retail Strategy and Portfolio Expansion The rollout began with an initial launch at Walmart, where the product is currently available in 15-ounce jars. The J.M. Smucker Co. has confirmed that a wider national retailer rollout is imminent, along with the introduction of additional varieties under the Jif Simply umbrella. "With Jif Simply, we're giving our fans exactly what they've been asking for: a streamlined ingredient list that highlights the USA-farmed peanuts," said Jessica Fair, Vice President of Marketing at The J.M. Smucker Co. Market Context and Functional Applications By launching at CAGNY, the brand signaled to investors its commitment to innovation within the stable but competitive spreads category. The Unsweetened Creamy variety is being marketed not just as a traditional spread, but as a versatile ingredient for modern dietary habits, including integration into smoothies, yogurt, and savory applications like stir-fry sauces. This launch reinforces Jif’s position as a market leader by leveraging its existing supply chain of USA-farmed peanuts to enter the "unsweetened" sub-sector, a niche that has seen steady growth as consumers increasingly avoid added sugars in staple pantry items. J.M. Smucker Co. Debuts Jif Unsweetened with Three-Ingredient Formula March 10, 2026 New Products JiMMYBAR! Launches Creatine and Protein Trail Mix Line New Products UFC and FoodStory Brands Launch Main Event Protein Bars Snacking Popcorn Kitchen Secures British Airways Inflight Listing New Products Frankie's Organic Snacks Launches Halloween Line Food Ingredients Health & Nutrition New Products Sauces Related news

Archer Foodservice Partners has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the foodservice business of Sterno from Compass Diversified, a strategic "carve-out" that adds portable food-warming and tabletop solutions to its growing industrial portfolio. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > Wynnchurch Capital, a leading middle-market private equity firm, has announced that its portfolio company, Archer Foodservice Partners, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the foodservice division of SternoCandleLamp Holdings, Inc. The transaction is a strategic carve-out from Compass Diversified. The acquisition represents a significant expansion for Archer, the parent entity of Handgards, Inno-Pak, and Fineline Settings. By integrating Sterno’s industry-standard food-warming and tabletop solutions, Archer is consolidating its position as a primary provider of critical consumables for the catering, hospitality, and broader foodservice sectors. Portfolio Integration and Synergy The addition of Sterno provides Archer with an iconic brand that holds a dominant position in the portable heating market. Sterno is widely recognised for its chafing fuel products, which are essential components for high-volume catering and buffet operations. Joe Kubicek, CEO of Archer, noted that Sterno will join an existing "stable" of market-leading companies. For B2B stakeholders, this integration offers several key advantages: One-Stop Procurement: Customers can now access a wider range of consumables—from food-warming solutions (Sterno) to disposables and packaging (Handgards, Inno-Pak)—under a single parent entity. Expanded Manufacturing Footprint: The deal includes two primary converting sites in Texarkana, TX, and Memphis, TN, employing over 240 staff. Brand Equity Leveraging: Archer intends to build upon Sterno’s long-standing heritage to strengthen its presence in the premium hospitality segment. Managing the Corporate Carve-Out As a carve-out from Compass Diversified, the transaction requires a specific operational transition to separate Sterno's foodservice assets from its parent structure. Wynnchurch Capital’s experience in the middle market is expected to facilitate this transition, ensuring that customer supply chains remain uninterrupted during the ownership change. The move allows Sterno to benefit from the specialised foodservice focus of the Archer platform. While previously part of a broader diversified holding company, Sterno will now be part of an entity exclusively dedicated to the foodservice consumables category, potentially leading to more targeted R&D and market expansion efforts. The deal reflects a broader trend of consolidation in the foodservice supply chain. As hospitality operators look for ways to simplify their vendor lists and mitigate supply chain volatility, larger entities like Archer are acquiring specialised category leaders to offer comprehensive, integrated solutions. For Wynnchurch Capital, the acquisition reinforces its strategy of investing in market-leading industrial and service businesses with clear growth trajectories. Foley & Lardner LLP provided legal counsel for the transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. The acquisition is expected to close in the coming months. Once finalised, Archer will manage a multi-brand portfolio that covers nearly every aspect of the "front-of-house" and "back-of-house" consumable needs. As the catering and events industry continues its post-pandemic recovery, the demand for reliable, high-quality warming and tabletop solutions is projected to remain strong. By securing the Sterno brand, Archer is positioned to lead this specialised sub-sector while leveraging cross-selling opportunities across its Handgards, Inno-Pak, and Fineline Settings divisions. Archer Foodservice Partners to Acquire Sterno Foodservice Business March 31, 2026 Business & Finance B&G Foods Sells B&M and Joan of Arc Brands to McCall Farms Alcohol Fintech Acquires Ground Signal to Expand Alcohol Analytics Logistics & Supply Chain Constellation Cold Logistics Acquires Impruv Logistics in Norway Business & Finance Starbucks Explores Takeover of Chipotle Foodservice Business & Finance Related news

South Korean food manufacturer Daesang Corporation has designated home meal replacement products as a core global growth category. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > South Korean food manufacturer Daesang Corporation has formally designated home meal replacement (HMR) products as a core global strategic category. The decision elevates HMR offerings alongside the company’s established export pillars of Jongga Kimchi, seaweed, and sauces. Operating under its global brand, Ofood, the company is executing a structured expansion plan targeting major retail and convenience channels across North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia. The strategic pivot comes amid a notable surge in international demand for convenient Korean food products. In 2025, South Korea’s processed rice product exports surpassed the USD 300 million milestone, with tteokbokki (Korean rice cakes) serving as a primary driver. Industry data published by global research firm Mintel indicates that tteokbokki is rapidly transitioning from traditional Asian export destinations into mainstream North American and European markets. To support this demand, Daesang has scaled its global production network. In addition to existing manufacturing sites in China and Vietnam, the company completed a dedicated rice cake production plant in Indonesia in 2023. This facility produces local-market products under the Mamasuka brand, alongside core export items. For its European expansion, Daesang is actively modifying its product formulations to comply with the European Union’s stringent food safety and ingredient regulations. The company currently distributes through mainstream supermarket chains in the Netherlands and Poland, with active entry strategies underway for France and the United Kingdom. Commercial performance highlights include: Global Footprint : Distribution of Ofood tteokbokki products now spans more than 40 countries across five continents. Sales Velocity : Tteokbokki export sales grew by approximately 12 percent year-on-year in 2025, representing an 84 percent increase compared to 2021 levels. North American Retail Penetration : Broadened shelf placement across major US chains, including Kroger, Albertsons, H Mart, and Amazon. Product Portfolio and Flavour Customisation To cater to diverse regional consumer preferences, Daesang has developed an extensive range of flavours and preparation formats. The tteokbokki portfolio features both ambient, shelf-stable meal kits and convenient microwaveable cups. The global tteokbokki and cup range includes the following targeted flavours: 🍅 Original : A traditional, sweet-spicy glaze formulated to represent authentic Korean street food. 🧄 Garlic : A savoury, garlic-infused option developed for Western palates. 🍖 BBQ : A sweet and smoky formulation. 🌶️ Sweet Chilli : A mild sweet-heat profile. 🌹 Rosé : A creamy, mild tomato-chilli blend. 🔥 Diablo : An extra-spicy formulation designed for heat-seeking consumers. 😈 Mala : A Sichuan-pepper-inspired profile featuring a numbing spice sensation. Instant Noodle Integration In January 2026, Daesang expanded its North American portfolio with the launch of two premium instant noodle products in the United States and Canada. The new lines are distinct within the instant ramyun category because they utilise fresh, authentic Jongga Kimchi rather than conventional dehydrated powders or flakes. The instant ramyun line comprises two distinct product formats: 🍲 Real Kimchi Ramyun : A classic noodle soup featuring a savoury, umami-rich broth and generous portions of fermented Jongga Kimchi. 🔥 Real Fiery Kimchi Ramyun : A brothless, stir-fried noodle dish combining Jongga Kimchi, Ofood gochujang (Korean chilli paste), and aged habanero sauce. Both ramyun products have secured immediate physical distribution through high-volume retail partners, including Costco and Loblaws in Canada, as well as Costco, Kroger, H-E-B, Albertsons, and Amazon in the United States. Eun-young Park, Head of Daesang's Food Business Unit, stated that growing global consumer interest in Korean street food has presented a clear opportunity to scale the company's HMR portfolio. Park noted that Daesang will continue to lead global market development by delivering highly differentiated products that align with the specific taste preferences and regulatory requirements of international consumers. 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The Hershey Company has launched its 2026 Halloween portfolio, introducing over 20 innovations across chocolate, fruity gummies, and salty snack categories. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Confectionery Hershey Company The Newsroom Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > The Hershey Company has unveiled its 2026 seasonal Halloween portfolio, debuting more than 20 product innovations across its chocolate, sweets, and salty snack divisions. The release expands the enterprise's presence beyond traditional chocolate treats to incorporate fruity, chewy, and savoury options. Supported by consumer purchasing data, the multi-category strategy is designed to capture early-season purchasing momentum alongside high-volume trick-or-treating occasions throughout the autumn trading window. The expansion across non-chocolate and savoury categories reflects shifting consumer purchasing habits during the extended Q3 and Q4 holiday period. According to consumer research cited in Hershey's Unwrapping Halloween report, purchase intent for non-chocolate options begins early in the season, with 72 per cent of parents indicating a likelihood to purchase gummy confectionery prior to September, rising to 74 per cent in October. Concurrently, 77 per cent of parents report purchasing chocolate ahead of September, increasing to 82 per cent closer to Halloween. Katie DeCapria, Head of Hersheyween at The Hershey Company, stated that the product development strategy relies on tracking shopper behaviours and emerging trends throughout the year to align inventory formats with diverse consumer consumption occasions. "It comes from spending the entire year studying shopper behaviours, tracking emerging trends and understanding what people want from the season. Those insights guide how we show up for Halloween—making sure our Hersheyween lineup delivers something for every taste, tradition and occasion." Fruity and Chewy Confectionery To satisfy expanding consumer demand for fruity, sour, and textured confectionery, Hershey is debuting several new SKUs across its sweets portfolio: 🍬 Sweets Assortment Stand-Up Bag: A multi-brand variety pack featuring the seasonal debut of Sour Strips alongside Jolly Rancher Gummies Trickies Minis, Jolly Rancher Gummies Minis, and Twizzlers Twists in strawberry flavour. 🍏 Jolly Rancher Gummies Trickies Minis Snack Size: Chewy fruit-flavoured bites packaged in individual sachets, featuring mismatched colours and flavours across Green Apple, Blue Raspberry, Cherry, Grape, and Watermelon profiles. 🫐 Jolly Rancher Gummies Minis Snack Size: Poppable, fruit-shaped gummy treats in portion-controlled packs engineered for sharing occasions and candy bowl assortments. 🍋 Jolly Rancher Gummies Assortment: A mixed variety pack combining sour and sweet gummy options, including Jolly Rancher Sour Gummies Minis, Trickies Minis, and Sour Gummies Minis Awesome Reds. Halloween Chocolate Chocolate continues to anchor Hershey's seasonal strategy, led by its flagship brand franchises including Reese's, Kit Kat, and Hershey's. The 2026 seasonal chocolate portfolio includes: 🧙 Kit Kat Count & Witch: Breakaway wafer-and-chocolate bars shaped into seasonal figures, available in single-serve, king-size, and six-pack sharing formats. 🦷 Hershey's Cookies 'N' Creme Fangs: Spooky fang-shaped white-crème and cookie-piece bars returning to the seasonal lineup for the first time since 2024. ⭐ Hershey Halloween All-Stars: An 18-count full-size variety carton incorporating seasonal shapes and flavours across Reese's Pumpkins, Kit Kat Count & Witch, Kit Kat Ghost Toast, and Jolly Rancher Gummies Trickies. 🎃 Reese's Pumpkins: The returning peanut butter and chocolate seasonal shape, alongside a new Amazon-exclusive Reese's Pumpkin Bowl containing 110 snack-sized units in a reusable plastic container. Salty Snack Lineup Addressing expanding alternative celebration occasions, such as trunk-or-treating, where 30 per cent of parents report participating with their families, Hershey is deploying an expanded lineup of savoury and better-for-you snacks: 🏴☠️ Pirate's Booty Trick-or-Treat: Aged white cheddar rice and corn puffs packaged in individual portion-controlled snack bags. 👻 Pirate's Booty Boos & Bites: Aged white cheddar puffs moulded into ghost and monster shapes for seasonal party formats. 🥨 Reese's Sweet & Salty: A cross-category multipack featuring Reese's Dipped Animal Crackers, Dipped Pretzels, and Peanut Butter Filled Pretzels. 🍿 SkinnyPop Halloween Packs: Individually portioned popcorn bags featuring seasonal outer packaging. 🍁 LesserEvil Pumpkin Spice Popcorn: Organic popcorn coated in cinnamon and warm autumn spices, capturing early seasonal demand, with 52% of adults actively seek autumn flavour profiles by late September. 🪐 LesserEvil Spooky Spaceballs and Popcorn: Light corn puffs and popcorn packaged in Halloween-themed single-serve pouches. 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Kraft Heinz has introduced KD Mac and Cheesecake in Canada, marking the brand's first venture into the dessert category 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 Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > The boundaries defining traditional grocery categories and consumption dayparts are becoming increasingly fluid as multinational consumer packaged goods leaders seek novel methods to capture consumer attention. In a strategic move to extend its iconic Kraft Dinner brand beyond the lunch and dinner table, Kraft Heinz has announced the launch of KD Mac and Cheesecake. Marking the brand’s first-ever entry into the dessert category, the limited-edition product represents a calculated brand-stretching exercise. By transforming its signature cheddar cheese flavour profile into a sweet and savoury dessert, Kraft Heinz aims to expand the consumption occasions of a 39-year-old Canadian household staple, appealing to younger demographics who actively seek out unconventional food mashups. Flavour Formulation From a product development and sensory perspective, the launch represents a technical exercise in balancing contrasting flavour profiles. Sweet and savoury combinations—frequently categorised as "swicy" or umami-sweet—have transitioned from niche culinary experiments into high-growth commercial categories. To preserve the recognisable flavour profile of the core product while ensuring it translates effectively into a high-end dessert format, the formulation incorporates real Kraft Dinner cheddar cheese across multiple layers: The Crust Layer: The savoury, salty notes of the cheddar cheese are baked directly into a delicate graham cracker crust, establishing a textured base. The Batter Layer: The core cheesecake batter features the cheese folded throughout, tempering the natural acidity of cream cheese with the rich, distinct profile of Canadian cheddar. By blending the comforting, nostalgic elements of a legacy processed cheese product with an indulgent dessert format, the brand targets Gen Z and Millennial consumer cohorts. Industry tracking indicates these demographics are highly motivated by nostalgic food trends and interactive, sensory-rich eating experiences. Distribution and Retail Rather than deploying a mass-market, frozen-grocery rollout, Kraft Heinz is utilising a highly targeted, localised distribution model to manage the launch. This strategy relies on direct partnerships with established independent bakeries across major Canadian metropolitan hubs: Ontario: SanRemo Bakery in Toronto Quebec: Les Delices Lafrenaie in Montreal Manitoba: Goodies Bakeshop in Winnipeg Alberta: Ambrosial Cheesecake Shop and The Cheesecake Cafe in Calgary For multinational food brands, executing limited-time offerings through local, artisanal partners offers substantial business-to-business benefits. It allows the brand to bypass the logistical complexities and inventory risks associated with nationwide cold-chain distribution. According to Brian Neumann, Head of Brand and Creativity at Kraft Heinz, the launch is designed to playfully challenge consumer expectations of the brand's culinary limits. By demonstrating that its core cheese flavour profile can successfully cross over into the premium dessert category, Kraft Heinz is reinforcing its market position as a highly adaptable, culturally integrated food brand. Kraft Heinz Announces Macaroni & Cheese Flavoured Cheesecake May 26, 2026 New Products Jimmy's Introduces Iced Cereal Milk and Black Forest Gateau Milkshakes Foodservice Taco Bell Partners with Salt & Straw to Launch Churro Ice Cream Taco Soft drinks Pepsi Announces Pop-up Ice Cream Parlour Experience in Soho Featuring Ice Cream-Inspired Range New Products Mars Expands Galaxy Portfolio with Dessert-Inspired Chocolate Bars Snacking New Products Confectionery Food Flavours & Colours Related news

The new product line pairs the brand’s signature buttery, salty cracker base with a confectionery-style finish, aiming to capture market share in the "permissible indulgence" category. 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 Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > Mondelēz Canada has announced a significant innovation for its flagship cracker brand, introducing RITZ™ Drizzled Minis to the Canadian market. The launch represents a strategic extension of the RITZ trademark into the sweet snacking occasion, capitalising on the growing consumer preference for hybrid flavour profiles. The new product line pairs the brand’s signature buttery, salty cracker base with a confectionery-style finish, aiming to capture market share in the "permissible indulgence" category. Product Architecture and Flavour Profiles RITZ™ Drizzled Minis are engineered to deliver a balanced sensory experience, described by the brand as "half salty, half sweet." The format utilises the miniature cracker base to increase snacking versatility and portability. The Launch Lineup: 🍫 RITZ™ Drizzled Minis Fudge: Features a smooth, chocolatey fudge drizzle applied over the salty cracker. 🍮 RITZ™ Drizzled Minis Caramel: Finished with a rich caramel-flavoured drizzle to accentuate the buttery notes of the base. The Orlando Partnership To support the rollout and connect with younger demographics, RITZ™ has secured a partnership with Canadian celebrity siblings Johnny and Lauren Orlando . The collaboration leverages the duo's music background and shared creative influence to personify the "sweet meets salty" product proposition. As part of the activation, the pair has curated a custom Spotify playlist , integrating the snacking experience with digital lifestyle consumption. Heidi Chiu , Marketing Director, Savoury at Mondelēz Canada, commented on the gap in the market the product intends to fill: "With RITZ™ Drizzled Minis, we wanted to create the ultimate sweet-and-salty snack, something that feels fun, familiar, and easy to reach for. They're made for moments when you don't want to choose between sweet and salty. Ritz Drizzled Minis are the perfect snack to enjoy at home, at work, or even on the go!" Johnny Orlando added a personal dimension to the collaboration: "Lauren definitely has more of a sweet tooth, I lean salty, and RITZ Drizzled Minis kind of meet us right in the middle. It's a snack we both reach for, which doesn't always happen." Mondelēz Canada Expands RITZ Portfolio with 'Drizzled Minis' Targeting Sweet-and-Salty Segment January 20, 2026 New Products Frankie's Organic Snacks Launches Snickerdoodle Avocado Oil Puffcorn New Products Lay's Debuts Holi-LAY'S Range with Chocolate Chips New Products JiMMYBAR! Launches Creatine and Protein Trail Mix Line Snacking Pringles Launches Halloween Campaign with Custom Can-Shaped Urn Bakery Snacking Food New Products Related news

Introducing new non-chocolate innovation under the Jolly Rancher masterbrand while expanding pack formats for its core chocolate franchises to drive sharing occasions. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Confectionery Hershey Company The Newsroom Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > The Hershey Company has announced its seasonal portfolio for Easter 2026, signalling the start of the critical spring confectionery season. As the self-reported "multi-year category leader," Hershey is executing a dual strategy: introducing new non-chocolate innovation under the Jolly Rancher masterbrand while expanding pack formats for its core chocolate franchises to drive sharing occasions. Jolly Rancher Gummies Fruity Mix Headlining the seasonal innovation is the Jolly Rancher Gummies Fruity Mix . Capitalising on the continued growth of the non-chocolate/gummy segment, this new SKU introduces seasonal shapes (egg, chick, bunny, butterfly, and flower) to the portfolio. The flavour profile introduces "juicy peach" and "pineapple" alongside established favourites like grape, blue raspberry, and watermelon. The product will be available in standard bags and share-size stand-up pouches , designed to stand out in seasonal aisles and baskets. Kyle Webster , Sr. Associate Brand Manager at The Hershey Company, commented: "From classic chocolates like Reese's Eggs and Cadbury Mini Eggs to new fruity flavours like Jolly Rancher Gummies Fruity Mix, Hershey is bringing both familiar favourites and playful surprises to baskets this year." Format Expansion for Core Franchises Hershey is also optimising its best-selling chocolate SKUs with new packaging formats aimed at "poppability" and sharing: Reese's Peanut Butter Mini Eggs Unwrapped: Now available in King Size pouches , targeting the immediate consumption and convenience store channels. Cadbury Mini Creme & Caramel Eggs: The foil-wrapped bites are shifting into Stand-Up Shareable Pouches , improving shelf presence and distinctiveness. Hershey's Kisses Harry Potter™ Butterbeer™ Flavour: Following a successful launch, this licensed product moves into a Stand-Up Shareable Bag to capitalise on the franchise's enduring popularity. Strategic Assortments and Partnerships In a notable move for category management, Hershey is expanding its "Sweets Assortments" (85- and 135-piece bags) through a partnership with Perfetti Van Melle . For the first time, AirHeads will be included in Hershey mixed bags alongside Twizzlers and Jolly Rancher products. This cross-manufacturer collaboration is designed to create a "robust non-chocolate assortment portfolio" that serves as a one-stop solution for families building Easter baskets. Additionally, the Reese's & KIT KAT® Seasonal Shapes Assortment returns, featuring the KIT KAT® Bunny , which the company cites as the "No. 1 Easter innovation of 2025." Hershey Unveils Easter Products: Jolly Rancher Innovation and Partnerships February 3, 2026 New Products McVitie's Launches Chocolate Christmas Treat Range with Penguin and Jaffa Elf New Products Califia Farms Debuts Horchata and Peppermint Bark Almond Creamers for Autumn Confectionery Ghirardelli Relaunches Seasonal Jack O'Lantern Chocolates across US Retail Confectionery Nestlé Unwraps 2026 Christmas Range with KitKat F1 and New After Eight New Products Confectionery Flavours & Colours Related news

Quest Nutrition has announced the expansion of its best-selling protein chip portfolio with two new savoury flavour profiles, aiming to capitalise on the "New Year, New You" health momentum as consumers enter 2026. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > Quest Nutrition has announced the expansion of its best-selling protein chip portfolio with two new savoury flavour profiles, aiming to capitalise on the "New Year, New You" health momentum as consumers enter 2026. Reaffirming its position in the high-protein snacking category, the brand is rolling out Mexican Street Corn and expanding the availability of its Pizza flavour. The launch leverages a strategic retail exclusivity model to drive footfall in key partners during Q1. Flavour Architecture and Rollout The new additions are designed to deliver "crave-worthy" profiles while maintaining the brand's signature macronutrient ratios. 🌽🧀 Mexican Street Corn: A tortilla-style chip seasoned with roasted corn, chili, and creamy queso notes. Specs: 19g Protein, 4g Net Carbs. Availability: Exclusive to Target beginning in January. 🍕🍅 Pizza: A tortilla-style chip featuring tangy tomato and cheese flavours. Specs: 19g Protein, 4g Net Carbs. Availability: Previously a Walmart exclusive, this flavour expands nationwide in February. Quest Chips have established category authority by offering a baked, not fried, alternative to traditional salty snacks. The product line consistently delivers 18–20g of protein and only 3–4g of net carbs per serving, appealing to keto, gluten-free, and high-protein demographics. Mike Clawson , Chief Commercial Officer at Quest, highlighted the competitive landscape: "As more brands enter the protein snack space, it's more important than ever to be clear about what real protein snacks should deliver. For more than a decade, we've pushed the boundaries of what high-protein, low-sugar snacking can be... giving consumers more variety than ever while staying true to the taste and nutrition they expect." To support the launch, Quest is leveraging its internal scientific expertise to address consumer misconceptions. Dr. Jonathan Clinthorne , Senior Director of Nutrition at The Simply Good Foods Company, addressed the "protein obsession" narrative: "Although Americans are often described as being 'obsessed' with protein, national dietary data show that average protein intake has not meaningfully changed over the past several decades," Clinthorne noted. "Quest products help consumers take action on this evidence by making it easier to include more protein throughout the day." He also emphasised the bioavailability of the brand's dairy-based proteins compared to other sources in the market. Quest continues to solidify its performance credentials through high-profile collaborations, currently serving as the Official Protein Snack Partner of USA Rugby and collaborating with major collegiate programs like Ohio State Athletics. Quest Nutrition Kicks Off 2026 with 'Mexican Street Corn' and 'Pizza' Protein Chip Expansion January 5, 2026 New Products Z Natural Foods Launches Chocolate Goat Whey Protein Concentrate Business & Finance Actus Nutrition and Darigold Partner to Expand Speciality Protein Production New Solutions ADM Expands Plant Protein Portfolio with Eight New Soy and Pea Solutions New Products Levels Launches Strawberry Whey Protein New Products Snacking Food Related news

Forty global food and agriculture companies, including Carlsberg, Diageo, FrieslandCampina, and Mondelez. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > The Sustainable Agriculture Initiative Platform (SAI Platform) has announced a landmark milestone in the global transition toward sustainable agriculture, securing a shared declaration of intent from forty of the world’s leading food and agriculture organisations. High-profile signatories, including Carlsberg, Diageo, FrieslandCampina, and Mondelez, have committed to backing the Regenerating Together Programme (RTP) ahead of its official public launch. The declaration represents a major step toward industry-wide standardisation, establishing a cohesive framework to address ecological degradation across vast, multinational supply chains. Cross-Industry Alignment on Regenerative Systems In a highly fragmented global agricultural market, food and beverage manufacturers have historically relied on isolated, brand-specific sustainability metrics. This lack of standardisation has created significant operational friction, making it difficult for raw material growers to manage overlapping compliance demands from different retail and processing buyers. By aligning forty major global entities under the same strategic directive, the Regenerating Together Programme aims to establish a single, trusted baseline for regenerative agriculture. The initiative recognises that the compounding challenges facing global food production, including climate change, biodiversity loss, soil depletion, water stress, and pressure on farmer livelihoods, are deeply interconnected. To achieve genuine systemic resilience, the platform advocates for a collaborative, landscape-scale approach, de-risking the agricultural transition by consolidating supply-chain investments and standardising progress reporting. Framework for Global Supply Chains The core value proposition of the Regenerating Together Programme is its practical, outcome-focused methodology. Developed in direct collaboration with farmers, agronomists, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and academic institutions, the programme establishes a clear set of shared impact areas, outcomes, and performance indicators. Crucially, the programme is engineered to balance strict global standards with local operational flexibility: Unified Impact Areas: Standardising definitions and metrics for soil health, water stewardship, biodiversity protection, and climate resilience to ensure data can be aggregated across global regions. Context-Specific Flexibility: Allowing individual growers to adapt their daily on-farm practices to suit their specific soil types, climates, and regional farming traditions, preventing the friction of top-down corporate mandates. Credible and Scalable Progress: Providing B2B partners with verified, auditable data that supports corporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting and Scope 3 emissions reduction claims. Dionys Forster, Director General of the SAI Platform, characterised the declaration as a pivotal moment in moving regenerative agriculture from ambition to action. Forster emphasised that the breadth and calibre of the signatories signal that the industry is ready to abandon fragmented approaches and work collaboratively toward measurable, scalable, and lasting agricultural resilience. Addressing Interconnected Food System Challenges The scope of the partnership covers some of the most critical risk areas in global food security. As extreme weather events and resource scarcity continue to impact crop yields and drive raw material price volatility, the transition to regenerative agriculture is emerging as a necessity for supply chain security. By focusing heavily on restoring ecosystem functionality, the programme aims to: Enhance Soil Health: Improving organic matter and soil structure to increase water retention and natural nutrient cycling. Build Climate Resilience: Securing agricultural land against temperature fluctuations and extreme weather events through diverse cropping and protective ground cover. Improve Water Stewardship: Optimising water infiltration and reducing runoff to protect regional watersheds and local communities. Support Farmer Livelihoods: Ensuring that the transition to regenerative systems is economically viable for the primary producer, creating a sustainable foundation for the entire food value chain. Forty Global Agri-Food Giants Align on SAI Platform Regenerating Together Programme May 20, 2026 Ingredients Oterra Teams up with HowGood to Provide Ingredient Emissions Data Agriculture Divert Wins OMRI and CDFA Organic Listings for Upcycled Fertilisers Facilities Cargill Doubles Production Capacity for FR3 Dielectric Fluid in Türkiye Agriculture Mars Integrates Shubh Mint Natural Menthol into European Manufacturing Agriculture Business & Finance Sustainability Related news

Sidel introduces EvoDECO Next, an integrated roll-fed labelling platform enabling partial labelling to reduce material consumption by up to 75%. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Packaging Sidel The Newsroom Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > Packaging machinery manufacturer Sidel has unveiled EvoDECO Next, a next-generation roll-fed labelling solution engineered to reduce material consumption while expanding container decoration options for high-volume packaging lines. The platform integrates partial-labelling capabilities into a roll-fed mechanical architecture, allowing beverage, food, and home-care manufacturers to transition away from full-wrap labels without reducing line speed or operational efficiency. The introduction supports Sidel's broader "JUST label" initiative, an equipment and design framework aimed at improving sustainability credentials, lowering total cost of ownership (TCO), and streamlining mechanical maintenance across bottling operations. "EvoDECO Next rethinks what is possible with roll-fed labelling," said Anne Philippe Lafon, Product Manager for Labelling at Sidel. "Producers no longer need to choose between industrial efficiency, material reduction and impactful decoration. By enabling partial labels on a simplified roll-fed architecture, we can help customers use less material, create new brand opportunities and maintain the performance their production lines demand." Partial Labelling and Material Reduction A central feature of the EvoDECO Next system is its ability to apply partial labels accurately at commercial production speeds, reducing raw packaging consumption. Depending on the container profile and visual design requirements, partial labelling can decrease total label surface area by up to 75% compared with traditional 360-degree wraparound formats: 90-Degree Partial Configuration : Yields up to a 75% reduction in label surface area. 180-Degree Partial Configuration : Delivers an approximate 50% reduction in label material. For high-speed, continuous-run bottling operations, these material reductions translate into measurable operational savings. According to production modelling conducted by Sidel, switching an industrial line from standard wraparound labels to a 90-degree partial label configuration can reduce biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) plastic consumption by 208.4 tonnes per year. This raw material reduction corresponds to an annual carbon footprint reduction of 346 tonnes of CO2 equivalent and approximately €723,000 in direct material input cost savings. Integrated Platform Architecture Rather than modifying existing roll-fed equipment to handle shorter film formats, Sidel engineered EvoDECO Next as a purpose-built, integrated system. The machinery layout synchronises film feeding, cutting, transfer, and vision inspection to prevent tension disruptions or misfeeds: Cutter 2.0 : The proprietary cutting system is positioned directly on the transfer drum. The rotary assembly utilises two high-speed blades to slice shorter label lengths rapidly while preserving edge clean-cuts. Smart Buffer : A film-buffering module designed to absorb reel changes without slowing production line velocity. The compact mechanism operates within the machine's standard footprint, allowing automated splicing to take place at nominal line speed without causing container jams or speed drops. Smart Camera : An advanced optical inspection unit that enables reference-mark-free label management. By eliminating the need for conventional eye marks and surrounding quiet zones on printed film, the system increases printable surface efficiency and unlocks additional film savings. Automated Diagnostic Software : The control platform includes integrated auto-correction, enhanced homing protocols, and real-time mechanical diagnostics to streamline high-speed changeovers between varied bottle formats. Packaging Efficiency and Performance The debut of EvoDECO Next comes as commercial packaging producers face regulatory and corporate pressures to reduce virgin plastic volumes and secondary packaging footprints. By addressing historical technical bottlenecks associated with handling lightweight, short-format films on high-throughput rotary drums, Sidel enables packaging lines to adopt minimalist label designs while preserving line efficiencies and operational throughput. EvoDECO Next is available for integration across new bottling lines or as an upgrade platform for industrial liquid packaging facilities globally. Sidel Launches EvoDECO Next Roll-Fed Labelling Solution October 14, 2026 Energy Drinks Indian Food Regulator Enforces 90-Day Energy Drink Label Removal Deadline Health & Nutrition WK Kellogg Co Launches 'Spoons' Nutrition Labelling Framework Foodservice POS Supply Solutions Launches QuickStick Foodservice Labelling Line Legal APPPA Petitions FDA to Close 'Pasture-Raised' Egg Labelling Loophole and Align with USDA Standards Packaging Manufacturing New Solutions Related news

High-energy franchise BIGGBY® COFFEE has announced its seasonal strategy for the start of 2026, executing a multi-category menu update running from 2 January through 25 February. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Never Miss an Update! Receive personalised weekly email newsletters with industry news curated just for you. Email* Submit or create an account to access more > High-energy franchise BIGGBY® COFFEE has announced its seasonal strategy for the start of 2026, executing a multi-category menu update running from 2 January through 25 February . The 460-plus-unit chain is anchoring its winter offering on three strategic pillars: a limited-time confectionary collaboration with TWIX® , a revitalised hot chocolate portfolio, and a festive Valentine’s Day beverage suite. Strategic Collaboration: The TWIX® Takeover Central to the winter campaign is a partnership with Mars’ TWIX® brand. BIGGBY® is reimagining its fan-favourite Salted Caramel platform by integrating TWIX®-inspired flavour profiles and toppings. The TWIX® Lineup: 🍫 Latte Variants: Salted Caramel Latte and Salted Mocha Caramel Latte, both finished with a TWIX® candy crumble (Available Hot, Iced, or Frozen). 🧊 Cold Brew: Sweet Foam Salted Mocha Caramel Cold Brew topped with TWIX®. 🥤 Creme Freeze: The "TWIX® Fix" Creme Freeze. ☕ Hot Chocolate: Salted Cocoa Carmella with TWIX® topping. Seasonal Segmentation: Valentine’s and Comfort Beyond the candy collaboration, the chain is segmenting its menu to target distinct consumption occasions: the "comfort" of hot chocolate for winter weather and the "festive" appeal of Valentine's Day. The Valentine’s Collection: Red Velvet: Available as a Latte (Hot, Iced, Frozen) and a Sweet Foam Red Velvet Cold Brew. Sweetheart BIGGBY Blast®: An energy drink innovation blending strawberry and dragon fruit, capped with sweet foam. Berry Chocolatey Creme Freeze: A decadent mix of white chocolate, mocha, strawberries, and mini chocolate chips. The Hot Chocolate Spotlight: Expanding the non-coffee category, the chain is promoting a dedicated hot chocolate tier featuring Cocoa Carmella , Mint Hot Chocolate , and White Hot Chocolate . Food Attachment To drive average ticket value, seasonal food items are returning to the menu, including the Sausage Cheddar Biscuit with honey and Chocolate Cake Pops . The launch is also supported by "value-driven bundles," addressing consumer price sensitivity in the Q1 window. BIGGBY® COFFEE Partners with TWIX® for Winter Menu; Unveils Red Velvet Valentine's Lineup January 28, 2026 Bakery Krispy Kreme Unveils Seasonal Valentine’s Day Doughnut Collection Coffee & Tea Dunkin’ Revives 'Brownie Batter' Donut and Debuts 'Toxic Ex-Presso' in Expansive Valentine's LTO Coffee & Tea Paris Baguette Unveils 'Pink Velvet' Menu Featuring Ruby Chocolate and Heart-Shaped Cakes for Valentine's Day Food HelloFresh Partners with Betches Media for 'The Galentine’s Dinner Edit' to Capture At-Home Social Occasions New Products Foodservice Beverage Coffee & Tea Related news