Dane Wigand is responsible for driving sales through Foodservice and wholesale customers while implementing new business strategies in these channels. 

KYLA Hard Kombucha introduced a new Colada Crush flavor to its Sunbreak Series, a refreshing blend of coconut, pineapple and yuzu.

The NEI production sites located in Southern Illinois (Herrin and Sesser) complement the existing Prayon production plant of phosphate salts based in Augusta (Georgia) and expand the Group’s offering of solutions for food and technical applications.

The Kearney Private Label Report shows an industry with the wind at its back, with positive demographic trends, category proliferation that fills in gaps in national brands’ portfolios, the quality-to-value equation being increasingly recognized by shoppers, and a strong potential boost to retailer economics. 

Stellar Pretzel Thins marks a launch for the vegan and peanut-free pretzel company as the brand becomes even more inclusive to the everyday consumer, especially those with gluten allergies and health-restrictions.

David co-founders Peter Rahal, founder of protein snacks brand RXBAR, and Zach Ranen, former investor and founder of RAIZE, bring extensive experience to their latest venture.

With only 110 calories and 5g of sugar in each serving, TEABIRD offers a guilt-free indulgence that aligns with today’s health-conscious values, offering a distinctly earthy and sweet taste.

Each nutritionally potent chewable delivers the cognitive benefits of caffeine, equivalent to an 8oz cup of coffee, with just 2g of sugar.

IntelliRise features a blend of functional mushrooms and adaptogenic plants, including lions mane mushroom (Hericium Erinaceus), cordyceps mushroom, Rhodiola Rosea, and Korean panax ginseng.

Consumers continue to say their primary store for purchasing food does an excellent job of meeting their needs, with 79% of shoppers reporting that getting a “good value” when grocery shopping is their top priority.