Articles by Prepared Foods Editorial Staff

Colombina’s Bon Bon Bum has partnered with Tajín for a mashup that pairs fruit-filled lollipops with a chile-lime dip pouch. The 20-count packs are available online and at select retailers for $11.99.

“We are so excited to welcome the industry to this inaugural EATS edition. EATS 2025 is  engineered to bring every dimension of food and beverage manufacturing to the floor—not just in booths, but through live demonstrations,” said, Kristy Meade, Vice President, Technical Events, Messe Frankfurt Inc. 

In an era of mixed messages and nutrition overload, Americans are turning to evidence-based experts over online voices. New IFIC findings reveal why RDNs are poised to shape the national food conversation.

Nissin’s new Geki lineup brings a novel wavy noodle shape and two heat-forward flavor profiles to the ramen category. The products are rolling out in five-packs at major retailers, targeting consumers seeking affordable spice and textural innovation.

Alec’s Ice Cream closed an oversubscribed $11 million Series A round led by Imaginary Ventures to expand its regenerative organic mission. The raise follows the viral launch of its Culture Cup line and rapid retail growth in 2025.

US sales of certified organic products accelerated in 2024 with an annual growth rate of 5.2%, more than double that of the overall marketplace which grew at 2.5% in the same period. Dollar sales for organic also reached a new high of $71.6 billon in 2024, according to the 2025 Organic Market Report.

Instead of chasing high grams alone, PepsiCo is shifting the protein conversation to timing, format and function. Three upcoming launches aim to meet specific consumer needs with targeted formulations across hydration, performance and morning routines.

Grupo Jumex is expanding into the energy segment with Jumex Energy, a lightly carbonated line made from real fruit nectar and fortified with 150mg of caffeine, B vitamins and a taurine–guarana–ginseng blend. The launch targets consumers seeking functional beverages with familiar flavor bases.

Pressed introduced a 10 billion CFU daily shot and a low-calorie cleanse kit that combines probiotic, tonic and juice components. The line reflects growing interest in microbiome support, multifunctional beverage formats and transparent probiotic dosing.

Mars is launching M&M’s POP’d Caramel, its first freeze-dried candy, with a crisp, airy texture and familiar caramel taste. The product will roll out online in November and hit retailers nationwide in January 2026.