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New PowerMac delivers 17g of protein and 6g of fiber per serving while maintaining the taste and convenience consumers expect. The innovation targets growing demand for better-for-you comfort foods at an accessible price point.

SOMOS is launching shelf-stable bean pouches made with 100% grass-fed, grass-finished beef tallow. Each pouch delivers 17g of protein and 17g of fiber in a seed oil–free formulation.

A-Sha Foods partnered with SpongeBob SquarePants to launch a limited-edition line of ramen noodle cups. The products feature tonkotsu, miso and shoyu varieties and are formulated with air-dried noodles and no added MSG.

Imported Italian ingredients, wood-fired crusts and saucy co-brands are bringing premium and playful flavors to the freezer aisle. Better-for-you formats—from cauliflower and lupini crusts to Greek yogurt dough—are proving convenience and nutrition can share the same slice.

wildbrine is introducing fermented chickpea salads in Mediterranean and Kimchi-Style varieties. The product pairs plant protein and fiber with live fermentation while maintaining whole-bean texture.

Row 7 Seed Co. is introducing a line of shelf-stable tinned vegetables made from crop varieties bred for flavor. The products pair peak-season vegetables with olive oil or vinaigrette and are merchandised in the produce aisle.

The frozen combo meals deliver 14–20g of protein per serving while incorporating vegetables such as cauliflower, navy beans and sweet potatoes. The launch reflects continued demand for convenient children’s meals with improved nutrition and clean label ingredients.

CAULIPOWER is adding high-protein single-serve pizzas and bowls to its frozen lineup, pairing portion control with gluten-free, preservative-free formulations. With up to 21g of protein and a full cup of veggies per bowl, the launch targets growing demand for convenient, nutrient-dense freezer meals.

B&G Foods has divested its Green Giant US frozen vegetable line to Seneca Foods, continuing its strategic exit from shelf-stable and frozen vegetable categories. The deal includes the Yuma, Ariz., manufacturing facility, while B&G retains its Mexico operations and enters a co-pack agreement with Seneca.

Tem Toa debuts four chef-developed Thai entrées, including Pad Thai and green and red curries, starting April 5 at Target. The brand expands Deep Brands’ global frozen portfolio with restaurant-quality meals ready in minutes.