Conagra Brands has tapped John Brase as its next president and CEO, effective June 1, 2026. The leadership transition marks the end of Sean Connolly’s more than decade-long tenure. Brase brings over 35 years of CPG experience, including leadership roles at Smucker and Procter & Gamble. His background in portfolio strategy, brand building and operational execution signals continued focus on growth and efficiency for the company.
From 30g breakfast bowls and high-protein Hot Pockets to global noodle mashups and shelf-stable Better Bowls, brands are racing to solve the 6 p.m. question. In 2026, convenience, craveability and nutrition are converging to capture a bigger share of the at-home meal occasion.
The inaugural report highlights five key trends, from bold global flavors to better-for-you options and co-branded collaborations, shaping the $149B US snacking market.
The report identifies five key trends that are shaping snacking behaviors and influencing how consumers navigate an increasingly diverse snack landscape. While focused on the US market, the report also covers relevant global snacking trends and behaviors.
The Van de Kamp's and Mrs. Paul's products that are part of the transaction contributed approximately $75 million to Conagra's fiscal year 2024 net sales.
Whether consumers are using GLP-1 medications, transitioning off them, working toward natural weight management, or simply focused on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, these products are tailored to meet a variety of needs.
Noelle O'Mara to take on role as executive vice president, new platforms and acquisitions
April 30, 2024
In this role, O'Mara will have responsibility for identifying and scaling new organic growth platforms and acquisitions. The work will span strategy, product innovation, commercialization, synergy capture, and in-market execution.
New meals and snacks include products inspired by trends including plant-based meals, keto-friendly diets and more
July 10, 2020
Conagra Brands, Inc. is celebrating the summer with the debut of more than two dozen new products. More people are cooking and eating at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and Birds Eye®, Marie Callender's®, Healthy Choice® and Snack Pack® are among the brands bringing new items to market to satisfy evolving consumer needs. The new items from Conagra Brands will be hitting store shelves this summer.
Conagra Brands has accelerated its new product pipeline using an agile, insights-driven approach to innovation in snacking
October 10, 2018
Conagra Brands will present innovative snack solutions and improved display vehicles for convenience stores driven by the preferences of modern consumers.
$10.9 billion deal to bring together rosters of iconic brands
June 27, 2018
With annual net sales in excess of $3 billion, Pinnacle Foods' portfolio of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products includes such well-known brands as Birds Eye, Duncan Hines, Earth Balance, EVOL, Erin's, Gardein, Glutino, Hawaiian Kettle Style Potato Chips, Hungry-Man, Log Cabin, Tim's Cascade Snacks, Udi's, Vlasic and Wish-Bone, among others. Based on both companies' latest fiscal year results, pro forma net sales would have been approximately $11 billion.