Prepared Foods Editorial Staff

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.

Tea innovation continues to flourish with functional benefits, lower sugar and mindful sourcing. From Yogi’s wellness concentrates to Milo’s growth push and Celestial’s anytime offerings, brands are steeping wellness into every cup.

Kraft Mac & Cheese is stirring up the season with a sweet-and-savory twist that merges comfort food nostalgia and bold flavor innovation. Available for a limited time, it’s a playful nod to America’s love of adventurous eating.

The restructuring includes voluntary early retirements and the reduction of approximately 250 corporate and sales roles. Hormel Foods says the move balances cost discipline with ongoing investment in technology, food safety, and brand growth.

Coffee innovation continues to heat up as brands blend protein, mushrooms and better-for-you ingredients into the cold and ready-to-drink space. From Bulletproof’s High Protein Iced Coffee to Daily Harvest’s cleaner PSL, functionality meets flavor in every sip.

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.

Sargento is advancing its growth and digital transformation with several key leadership appointments. Learn how these new roles position the company for innovation, agility, and sustained success.

Made with upcycled coffee fruit, L-theanine and other clean ingredients, AUTOFOCUS supports cognitive performance and balanced energy for busy, health-conscious consumers.

Vive Organic, a Suja Life brand, is introducing Energy + Focus and Energy Extra Strength shots to Kroger stores nationwide. Each cold-pressed, doctor-crafted blend features functional ingredients like green tea caffeine, L-Theanine and adaptogenic mushrooms for sustained energy and focus.

TAST!EZ brings restaurant-quality snacks home with new flavors like Buffalo Mac & Cheese Triangles and Mexican-Style Street Corn Bites. Each crispy, craveable bite is ready in minutes.