Planet Based Foods (planetbasedfoods.com), San Diego, introduces a line of frozen plant-based meats made from a nutrient- and fiber-rich combination of sustainable, U.S.-grown hemp seed,
World Finer Foods, Bloomfield, N.J., launches a line of frozen plant-based meat alternatives featuring nutrient-rich artichokes as the lead ingredient (supported by a blend of
Broomfield, Colo.-based So Delicious Dairy Free (sodeliciousdairyfree.com), part of the Danone family, adds a trio of Dairy Free Coconutmilk Yogurt Alternatives with Botanical Extracts to
Melt Organic (meltorganic.com), Boise, Idaho, introduces a line of non-dairy vegan cheese spreads and dips free of the top eight allergens. Made with pea protein
Chicago-based Upton’s Naturals (uptonsnaturals.com) debuts Taco Style Crumbles made from fava beans. High in protein (9 grams per serving) and low in both fat and
Los Angeles-based Califia Farms (califiafarms.com) expands its line of dairy-free milks and creamers with four new plant-based offerings. For consumers seeking less sugar and fewer
Greeley, Colo.-based JBS USA introduces frozen uncooked ground beef that cooks from frozen in less than 10 minutes — no thawing required. Billed as a
In an effort to prevent price-gouging, the U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division announced last month that it will investigate collusion and potential violations of
Mount Laurel-N.J.-based RLS Logistics grabs a spot among nation’s top 10 temperature-controlled storage and logistics networks with its acquisition (through affiliate RLS Partners) of Hutt
Direct Connect Logistix, a third-party transportation and logistics company based in Indianapolis, announces its acquisition of Draper, Utah-based Performance Logistics, which specializes in time-sensitive temperature-controlled
After the pandemic left them at the mercy of outside carriers, more chains are bringing transportation in-house. BJ’s Wholesale Club announced earlier this year that
Side dishes, appetizers, and an expanded variety of sizes in entrees are driving growth. But watch for new plant-based options in multiple categories. Sales of
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