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Hershey has officially acquired LesserEvil, adding a fast-growing organic snack brand known for bold flavors and clean ingredients. The move strengthens Hershey’s better-for-you lineup and supports continued growth across its expanding salty snacks portfolio.

Top North American growers, suppliers and brands have launched the Functional Mushroom Council to strengthen quality standards and boost scientific understanding of functional mushrooms. With the category projected to surpass $2 billion by 2025, the new coalition plans to drive research, transparency and innovation across the rapidly expanding market.

New data from Circana reveals that GLP-1 households are rapidly altering US food and beverage spending, favoring higher-protein, higher-fiber options while reducing purchases of sugary, carb-heavy items. With users projected to influence more than a third of all retail units by 2030, retailers and manufacturers face a growing need to adjust product mixes and marketing strategies.

Barry Callebaut and NotCo AI have formed a first-of-its-kind partnership to infuse artificial intelligence into chocolate recipe development. The collaboration aims to speed innovation, strengthen supply resilience and deliver more tailored customer solutions.

Prosperity Organic Foods has acquired Miyoko’s Creamery, reinforcing its mission to deliver high-quality, sustainable plant-based foods. The company says it will preserve the brand’s roots while accelerating innovation and growth in the plant-based dairy space.

Senior federal health officials gathered with scientists, industry and patient advocates to spotlight food allergies as an overlooked public-health crisis. New investments, research partnerships and next-gen technologies aim to accelerate diagnostics, treatment and prevention.

PepsiCo’s new Simply NKD range reflects growing demand for simplified ingredient statements and reduced use of artificial additives. The reformulation maintains flavor and texture without colorants, signaling a notable shift in large-scale snack development.

The new facility increases Caraway Tea’s production footprint and strengthens its SQF-certified quality and innovation capabilities. The move supports expanding partnerships across premium tea, wellness blends, and supplement-infused beverages.

Following an intensive three-month accelerator program, Shake Up Cocktails took home the top prize and $100,000 in capital and services. The InvestBev program helps emerging beverage brands sharpen go-to-market strategies and gain investor access.

Danone North America is expanding nutrition awareness with its new Type 2 Diabetes Nutrition Edition campaign, including an expert-led AMA on Reddit. The program highlights yogurt’s role in helping reduce type 2 diabetes risk.