Nature’s Path Organic Foods introduced two new Love Crunch granola flavors inspired by trending dessert profiles, including Dubai Style Chocolate and Dark Chocolate & Blueberry Cream. The launches build on strong demand for the brand’s Strawberry Cheesecake variety and reflect continued interest in indulgent, trend-driven flavors paired with organic and gluten-free positioning.
Frankie’s Organic Snacks is expanding distribution with new placements in MOM’s Organic Markets and Earth Fare, adding 41 stores across the East Coast. The move highlights continued demand for clean-label, better-for-you snacks made with simple ingredients and alternative processing methods like oven-baking.
Earth’s Best is expanding beyond early childhood nutrition with a new snack line designed for kids ages 4 to 8, featuring organic, baked products with bold flavors. The launch reflects an opportunity for brands to meet evolving needs as children age out of toddler-focused offerings but still demand better-for-you options.
De La Calle introduced Strawberry Citrus, a fermented soda blending strawberry and citrus flavors with a low-sugar, functional profile. The launch underscores how brands are evolving traditional beverages with bold flavor, better-for-you positioning and cultural storytelling that resonates with modern consumers.
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.
Nearly 1,000 food industry professionals will gather in Kalamazoo, Mich., March 24–25, 2026 for the WMU Food Marketing Conference. The event blends executive insight, emerging talent and timely topics—from AI to health and wellness—shaping food and CPG marketing.
EcoVadis, a leading global provider of business sustainability ratings, has awarded the EXBERRY color supplier a Platinum medal. The achievement marks another important step forward for the company following Silver and Gold medals in the previous two assessment periods.
Horizon Organic has launched Real Dairy Creamers, a simply crafted line made with just four organic ingredients and bold flavor profiles. The debut reflects growing demand for clean-label options as consumers seek coffeehouse-style experiences at home.
Laird Superfood has updated its Creamer with Lion’s Mane using organic coconut milk and organic vanilla extract. The refrigerated line now includes a caramel option and debuts packaging made with post-consumer recycled plastic.
Maple syrup is used by more than one-third of adults, with its use growing especially among younger consumers. This increase reflects a greater trend toward ingredients consumer recognize, and the desire for sweeteners that deliver both flavor and natural associations when compared to standard white granulated sugar.