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News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology19-Dec-2025
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 AI that speaks the language of CPG
What the food and beverage market needs isn’t just another AI model — it needs artificial intelligence that understands CPG-specific business... Watch now
 From console to convenience store: How Bangers! Snacks converts videogame buzz into real-world retail sales
By connecting with millions of Roblox players across 200 video games, the caffeinated snack startup is scaling distribution at a fast pace... Watch now
PROMOTIONAL FEATURE: INNOVATION CENTER FOR U.S. DAIRY
For U.S. dairy, nourishment and sustainability are one story
With a responsibility to nourish both people and the planet, the U.S. dairy industry is integrating sustainability goals with nutrition security efforts.... Read more
Eat Happy Kitchen taps owned channels to accelerate retail growth
The company leveraged Founder Anna Vocino’s podcast and cookbook audience, clean-label products and Startup CPG momentum to expand into 479 more Kroger banner stores... Read more
 Private label, public impact: Startup Mamame outsources consumer education to retailers
The Indonesia-based brand uses retailer partnerships to introduce US consumers to tempeh chips - turning a low-cost trial tactic into a long-term strategy for awareness and growth... Watch now
 Niche vs mainstream: Startup ReadyBar sees big potential in focused market
ReadyBar’s founder warns CPG startups against trying to be everything to everyone. His lesson: focus on a niche, like first responders, to build real traction... Watch now
 Loopini’s pizza is packed with nutrition – but that’s not the selling point
Frozen pizza startup Loopini crafts premium pizzas enriched with protein and fiber from lupini beans — prioritizing taste over ingredients... Watch now
 Grocers are leaving money on the table: Startup BetterBasket can help
The startup says its AI-enhanced platform boosted revenue 8% for one independent grocer, and it aims to help more retailers reclaim margins lost to pricing inefficiencies... Watch now
 Startup taps into guar protein for food fortification
Ingredient startup CoryPro Ingredients bets on guar protein to shake up food innovation... Watch now
 Blobs brings fun and flavor fusion to better-for-you gummies
Startup gummy brand Blobs stands out in the better-for-you sweets set by leaning into the playful, colorful and fun spirit of classic candy — while delivering innovative, natural and low-sugar options... Watch now
 Trademarking, licensing and a dash of AI make condiment company’s recipe for success
Startup Pancibus founder and the inventor of the new condiment Chalsa is reimagining how to build a food brand with an ‘asset light’ licensing model... Watch now
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
5 ways 2025 upended the food industry
As Washington and the states raced to redefine food safety and trade, companies braced for higher tariffs, stricter ingredient rules and shifting consumer expectations... Read more
USDA policy update: “Product of USA” labeling rules, SNAP waiver expansions and nutrition-focused purchases
Recent policy moves reflect USDA’s broader direction toward nutrition-focused food assistance, domestic sourcing transparency and support of American agriculture... Read more
General Mills says price cuts are working
Cutting prices on about two-thirds of its North America retail lineup helped General Mills beat Q2 estimates and flatten volume declines... Read more
Whole and 2% milk returning to school cafeterias after 12-year ban
Congress passes the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act with bipartisan support, rolling back Obama-era nutrition standards despite objections from health groups... Read more
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