Ortega’s latest launch combines the iconic crunch of its hard taco shells with the bold, cheesy flavor of Cheez-It crackers. Available now at Target and select retailers, these snackable shells are made for taco lovers and snack fanatics alike.
Shaklee introduces Sparkling Protein, a first-of-its-kind beverage clinically shown to support lean muscle, satiety, and recovery. With 40g of protein, zero sugar, and natural GLP-1 activation, it redefines functional wellness.
New snack line will bring Thomas’ signature bagel flavors into the chip aisle, with thicker-sliced, baked chips designed to deliver familiar taste and texture in a convenient format
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.
Smithfield’s Smoke’NFast brand is adding three trend-forward offerings — Shredded Beef Birria, Chopped Beef Brisket and Pork Shoulder Burnt Ends — to help operators menu global flavors and smokehouse classics with ease. The fully cooked meats allow foodservice teams to deliver authentic taste without added equipment or labor.
Junkless is entering the protein bar space with a lineup designed for “functional indulgence,” offering 15g of protein, 3–5g of sugar and no artificial ingredients. Flavors like Chocolate Peanut Butter, Birthday Cake and Cookies & Cream aim to merge candy-bar taste with better-for-you nutrition.
Banza has become one of the first US brands to receive The Detox Project’s CleanScan certification, confirming non-detectable levels of glyphosate and 400+ pesticides across its finished products. New packaging features QR codes linking directly to lab results, raising the bar for safety, sourcing and consumer trust.
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.
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NERDS is expanding its candy legacy with Juicy Gummy Clusters — double the size, packed with crunch, and filled with a juicy strawberry center. The launch also ushers in two limited-edition football season flavors: Cherry Lemonade Blitz and Berry Punch Rush.
Greenfield Milling has debuted its state-of-the-art Richmond, Utah plant, built to supply Campbell’s Pepperidge Farm under a 20-year agreement and advance key sustainability goals. Backed by strategic partnerships and expansion plans in Texas and beyond, the company is positioning itself as a national flour and bakery mix leader.