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With North America projected to represent 20% of future revenues, Cerealto’s majority investment in Fresca marks a pivotal step toward international expansion. The collaboration brings together scale, agility, and shared innovation platforms across key snacking segments.

My/Mochi is introducing its first Dubai Chocolate Style Mochi Ice Cream in the US, featuring pistachio ice cream, crunchy kadayif, and chocolatey bits wrapped in chocolate mochi dough. The 80-calorie handheld treat debuts in select club stores this fall, with nationwide rollout planned for spring 2026.

Cedar’s Foods adds a bold, Mediterranean-inspired twist to its popular Pita Chips collection with the launch of Mediterranean Salsa. Baked from real pita bread and seasoned with tomatoes, peppers and herbs, the chips highlight the brand’s continued focus on authentic flavor and clean ingredients.

Discover how global and ethnic flavors are transforming hand-held meals and snacks into one of the fastest-growing food trends, with insights from Chef Hinnerk Von Bargen of the Culinary Institute of America.

Hormel Foods and Forward Consumer Partners are forming a strategic partnership to reestablish Justin’s as an independent company, with Forward holding a majority stake.

Kellanova has introduced several new Pringles flavors for Away From Home channels, including Hot Ones–inspired Classic Hot Sauce and Los Calientes Barbacoa. Smoky Bacon and Smoky Cheddar are also hitting convenience stores, with select grocery availability to follow.

Ready will debut its latest protein snacks and beverages at the 2025 NACS Show in Chicago, including new Iced Oatmeal Cookie Bars, Maple Sea Salt Puffs and Mixed Berry Clear Protein Water. The brand continues to drive category growth with high-protein, clean-label innovations for active consumers.

Under the terms of the partnership, CaliBagels will bring Thomas' trusted name and signature bagel flavor profiles to the snack aisle in 2026 with a lineup of bold, crispy bagel chips. 

Planters is expanding its snacking lineup with two new mixes crafted for flavor and crunch: White Chocolate Macadamia Nut and Chocolate Caramel Pecan Crunch. Each blend features more than 50% nuts and sweet inclusions, targeting all-day snacking demand.

Seasonal launches and brand collaborations bring new flavors and formats to the candy aisle, from PB&J M&M’S to Oreo Reese’s Cookies.