Hormel Foods announces definitive agreement to buy Brakebush, a leading value-added chicken company
Deal will strengthen Hormel Foods' position in a growing protein category and enhance its leading foodservice capabilities
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General Mills announces Dana McNabb as CEO
Jeff Harmening to serve as executive chair of General Mills’ board of directors
Circana highlights AI’s role in category management
Circana says its Liquid AI technology can reduce manual analysis and help category teams determine which opportunities deserve greater attention.
C-stores win the quick stop, but shoppers want more
New Acosta Group research identifies pathways to capture more food and beverage occasions
Food Lion Feeds and Carolina Hurricanes launch Stick It To Hunger
Season-long partnership connects Hurricanes shots on goal with meals for families in North Carolina
SNICKERS and Adidas team up to bring satisfaction to the field with first-ever football collaboration
The two icons are bringing bold style to the gridiron while kicking off with limited-edition SNICKERS x adidas candy bars that let fans savor every bite of the action from the sidelines.
CHPA honors Julie Aker for work advancing OTC medicines
“Julie has been at the center of some of the most important OTC switches of the past several decades, helping shape the science that gives regulators confidence and consumers greater access to self-care products.”
Crocs is taking Five Below to court over ‘copycat’ clogs
Shoe manufacturer seeks jury trial and unspecified damages, including alleged lost income.
Wave Kids launches nationwide at Sprouts Farmers Market
Bringing a new generation of kids' beverages to retail
Minty launches Prompt to Save to help shoppers find the best deals with AI
Free Minty AI tool helps shoppers effectively generate AI prompts to compare prices, find dupes, validate sales, get personalized gift ideas and find better value at Walmart, Target, Amazon and other major retailers
CHPA issues statement on California AB 230
"CHPA is disappointed that AB 2030, as signed into law, does not strike a better balance between our shared goal of protecting minors and preserving access to safe, beneficial products for adults who use them responsibly."
CRN criticizes California’s new dietary supplement restrictions
Following tireless advocacy against AB 2030, association pledges continued defense of consumer access and science-based policy in face of unsupported restrictions on weight management and sports nutrition dietary supplements
NIQ expands view of Amazon health and beauty sales
The new measurement integrates Amazon third-party, or 3P, marketplace data with NIQ’s existing retail measurement, including Amazon first-party data.
Dollar General supports Texas school district after flooding
The partnership renovated Hunt School’s reading corner, adding 1,000 titles, over 600 books for students’ personal libraries, and support for teachers and staff.
Cheez-It launches Protein Original crackers
Cheez-It Protein is hitting shelves nationwide next month.
Briad Group to open first multi-brand Circle K travel center
The Binghamton development is the first in a planned rollout of Circle K travel centers across New York.