In recent years, marketer positioning of cheese as a natural and protein-packed alternative to processed snacks in the shelf-stable aisles have made cheese a growing contender for the snacking dollar. Brands have been capitalizing on this opportunity by packaging their cheese in more convenient forms for on-the-go snacking for adults and children. 

According to Mintel International, US non-dairy milk sales grew 61% in the last five years. In addition, almond and coconut are among the top non-dairy milks purchased.

The SMASHMALLOW S'MORE BETTER experience will provide complimentary s'mores showcasing the brand's natural and organic mallows in signature flavors including cookie dough, mint chocolate chip, cinnamon churro and strawberries & cream paired with better-for-you chocolate and graham crackers from partners like Ghirardelli and Annie's Homegrown.

The new line debuts on shelves in four flavors in 8.25-ounce packaging ($4.49): Organic Yellow and Blue Corn for the snacking purist, straight from the grill Organic Bar-B-Q and “Philly, eat your heart out” Organic Chili Cheese. In addition to organic and non-GMO certifications, each variety is also gluten-free and contains low or no added sugar.  

Given the scale of the food waste problem, Tyson Innovation Lab sought partnerships with like-minded food companies. The first product under the ¡Yappah! brand, Protein Crisps, is crafted from rescued and up-cycled vegetable and grain-based ingredients that might otherwise be left behind.

Saffron Road’s chickpeas use antioxidant-rich Fair Trade Certified™ dark chocolate, or are swirled in buttery salted caramel and sweet, warm honey. All are dual Certified Halal and OU Kosher, as well as Gluten Free.

According to IRI, the US fresh dips category is estimated at $2.15 billion, excluding food service and some club stores. Hummus represents more than 37% of the fresh dips category. Sabra, which operates as a joint venture between PepsiCo and Strauss Group in North America, maintains an approximate 60% market share in the US and offers more than a dozen varieties of hummus and on-the-go offerings nationally.

Gone Rogue will come in single-serve packages and will be available in six flavors, including Teriyaki Chicken, Chicken Bacon, Honey Mustard Ham, Buffalo Style Chicken, Applewood Smoked Ham and BBQ Flavored Chicken.

Chicago is home to a number of food and beverage incubators and accelerators, which provide invaluable support to young companies struggling to navigate early growth stages.

Stemming from a desire to bring all of the goodness and flavor of WHOLLY GUACAMOLE® products to a more portable package, these portioned Snack Cups are available in two varieties—Classic (Mild) and Spicy (Hot)—and conveniently paired with just the right amount of crunchy tortilla rounds.