Ferrero to snap up WK Kellogg Co. The cerealmaker will remain in Battle Creek, MI after the transaction closes. SF&WB Staff July 10, 2025 The acquisition supports the company's portfolio expansion and growth in North America by adding the cereal company's complementary brands.Read More
Little Bellies launches at Kroger nationwide Four varieties of the brand's Pick-Me Sticks snacks will be available at the retailer. SF&WB Staff July 9, 2025 The baby and toddler brand is extending its U.S. retail presence to support little ones’ age-and-stage appropriate snacking.Read More
Private equity firm reacquires Western Smokehouse Monogram Capital Partners is capitalizing on surging demand for high-protein snacks. SF&WB Staff July 9, 2025 The investment will enable the meat snacks company to expand to seven facilities by the end of 2025 to keep up with rising customer demand.Read More
Jeff's Bagel Run signs five store franchise agreements The deals will add 24 stores to the brand's footprint. SF&WB Staff July 9, 2025 With this latest wave of development, the brand now has 118 locations open or in the pipeline across the U.S.Read More
Pladis to power innovative future snacks The company's accelerator program has chosen 12 start-ups to support. SF&WB Staff July 8, 2025 Thanks to the company, consumers might be seeing popcorn made from water lilies on supermarket shelves soon.Read More
The New Primal bites into BFY meat snack trend The founder crafted grass-fed beef jerky in his kitchen before launching the brand. Jenni Spinner July 8, 2025 Before founding the company, Jason Burke’s hungry friends would steal his homemade meat snacks.Read More
Campbell’s debuts $160M Goldfish plant expansion Going for Gold(fish): the company can now produce 5 million of the snack per hour. Alyse Thompson-Richards July 8, 2025 To enhance distribution in the western U.S. and set new standards for packaging and capital project execution, the company has expanded its production facility in Richmond, UT.Read More
Nature's Path appoints chief customer officer The new hire will lead the brand's U.S. growth strategy. SF&WB Staff July 8, 2025 With over 25 years of experience in the CPG industry, Laura Chamberlain will lead the company’s customer strategy across all U.S. channels.Read More
Fun Friday: Ritz ‘Salty Summer,’ Krispy Kreme chocolate doughnuts, MoonPie patriotism, Goldfish car wash Ryno Sports, Big League Chew launch T-shirt collection. Liz Parker Kuhn July 4, 2025 This week's Fun Friday includes news from Ritz, Krispy Kreme, MoonPie, Goldfish, and Big League Chew.Read More
Valeo Foods Group acquires Melegatti Cakes The acquired company produces baked goods such as pandoro and panettone. SF&WB Staff July 3, 2025 This acquisition is another step forward in the company's strategy to expand its baked sweet treats brands.Read More