IQBAR has functional ingredients on the brain The company’s bars include ingredients geared toward boosting cognitive function. Jenni Spinner July 29, 2025 In addition to plant-based protein and fiber, the snack products include lion’s mane, magnesium, and other things intended to improve brain health.Read More
Aldi announces August snack and bakery Finds The retailer’s LTOs for the month include potato chips, frozen snacks, and other items. SF&WB Staff July 29, 2025 Every month, the company announces limited-time items across the store, including breads, chips, and other foods.Read More
Wavers launches nationally with Gopuff, BevMO The brand reimagines classic pizza flavors in a chip format. SF&WB Staff July 29, 2025 David Dobrik’s snack brand rolls out to the ecommerce company nationwide, and in brick-and-mortar stores across California.Read More
Mars, Inc. to invest $2B in U.S. manufacturing by 2026 The company has already built a $240M Nature’s Bakery facility in Utah. SF&WB Staff July 29, 2025 The company's 339,000-square-foot facility will expand its capacity, with the ability to produce nearly one billion snack bars each year.Read More
Wendy's names Pete Suerken as president, U.S. The new hire brings more than two decades of experience to the role. SF&WB Staff July 28, 2025 Current president Abigail Pringle is departing the company to pursue other opportunities.Read More
Program seeks to increase fruitful use of blueberries The Blueberry Boost Accelerator seeks to encourage startups incorporating the fruit. Jenni Spinner July 25, 2025 Backed by the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council, the initiative aims to encourage growing companies making use of the versatile berry.Read More
Fun Friday: Krispy Kreme Crocs, M&M's PB&J packed lunch, PEZ-flavored supplements Harvest Snaps takes sampling on the road with its "Veg Up & Go" campaign. Liz Parker Kuhn July 25, 2025 Ghirardelli is offering its patrons $7.25 hot fudge sundaes on July 25 (7/25), aka National Hot Fudge Sundae Day.Read More
Palermo Villa rereleases ‘Stranger Things’ pizzas The line features flavors that tie into the retro packaging and nostalgia of the '80s. SF&WB Staff July 24, 2025 The TV show's Surfer Boy Pizza has sold over 10 million frozen pizzas to date and is back this year with four flavors and limited-edition stickers.Read More
PMMI donates $100K to MSU's School of Packaging The organization's charitable arm donated to the college through its U Skills Fund. SF&WB Staff July 23, 2025 The gift will support student innovation and technical education at the nation’s first packaging school.Read More
Hormel Foods announces leadership appointments The snacking unit's new hire is a seasoned marketing executive. SF&WB Staff July 23, 2025 Christie Crouch joins the company as VP of marketing for snacking and entertaining, and Paul Peil has been promoted to the role of VP of marketing for fresh and ready meats.Read More