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When seeking to reach the majority of mainstream consumers, product developers often prefer a blank canvas as a starting point for their cannabis-infused foods and beverages.

Launches grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of less than 1% from 2014 to 2018, per the Innova Market Insights database. Unfortunately, last year's tally will not advance the cause. Yet plenty was happening if you knew where to look.

The new beverages are one of the nation’s first organic gently caffeinated sparkling waters made from simple and clean ingredients, including real fruit oils and organic un-roasted coffee beans.

Today's consumers are weighing taste adventure and convenience with new considerations related to what's better for me (diet and personal health) and better for the planet (ethics, sustainability).

Nate’s Meatless of ADF Foods, an innovator in the plant-based category, introduced its newest product to consumers seeking meatless options with which to supplement diets.

As if we required further evidence that plant-based foods are dominating the food and beverage retail landscape, our Favorite Products Poll kicked off 2020 with a plant-based sausage in top ranks.

The new frozen Indian meals – Chicken Vindaloo, Butter Chicken, and Chicken Korma – further expand the brand’s frozen CPG line while diversifying its range of spicy to mild savory food offerings. 

Made by baking 100% real cheese into craveable crisps, and then seasoning with a kick of bold Mexican spices, Cheddar Crisps are a flavorful, keto-friendly, gluten-free and certified vegetarian snack with no artificial flavors or colors.

As part of the brand’s commitment to sustainability, Silk Lattes come in a premium recyclable plant-based bottle, with at least 80% of its material made from renewable sugarcane.

The Thomas’® brand, creators and bakers of the original Nooks & Crannies® English Muffins,  introduced Thomas’Pick Me Ups™ Soft-Baked Oatmeal Squares and Thomas’ Mini Croissants, two innovative products guaranteed to give on-the-go families a quick, portable breakfast fix.