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Michaels of Brooklyn announced that its Fresh Tomato & Basil Sauce was selected as a winner in Good Housekeeping's 2027 Kitchen Awards. Made with tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, parsley, Italian olive oil and spices, the sauce is inspired by generations-old family recipes from the family-owned Brooklyn restaurant, a neighborhood staple since 1964. The brand produces the only nationally distributed pasta sauces cooked and packaged at the source in its original restaurant kitchen, available at retailers including Target, Walmart, Amazon, Whole Foods, Kroger, Publix, Albertsons, Erewhon and The Fresh Market, and in more than 20,000 stores.

Hershey introduces a new line of filled chocolate bars, Red Baron launches microwaveable shareable pizzas, and Monster's Flrt brand debuts its first fall limited-edition flavors.

Barilla Group announced on Thursday the acquisition of healthy mac and cheese brand Goodles, with the transaction amount undisclosed. Goodles will continue to operate independently, led by co-founder and CEO Jen Zeszut, with its headquarters remaining in Santa Cruz, California. The brand is known for its high-protein, high-fiber, and prebiotic features, and this acquisition will support its international expansion.

Prime Shrimp, a Louisiana-based frozen seafood brand, will exclusively launch its new Honey BBQ Prime Shrimp Burger on QVC on July 15, 2026, as part of the network's Today's Special Value event. The sweet-and-smoky patty will be offered at a special introductory price for 24 hours, bundled with the brand's Signature Cajun Shrimp Burger. The product is made with large chunks of Ecuadorian shrimp, free from antibiotics and sodium tripolyphosphate, and cooks directly from frozen.

A 2026 UC Davis follow-up study confirms that avocado oil adulteration has moved into processed foods such as chips, mayonnaise and salad dressings. The study found 93% of chips labeled '100% pure avocado oil' were adulterated, along with 71% of mayonnaise (100% for U.S.-made samples) and 100% of salad dressings. Adams Group, whose Marianne's brand was used as a purity benchmark, highlights the need for rigorous testing and supply chain transparency.

Fruit Bliss, known for its organic rehydrated fruit made with only fruit and water, has launched across all 12 Erewhon locations in Southern California. The company highlights its innovative hydration process and certifications, with products also available online and at select national retailers.

According to Circana's latest US Eating Patterns Report, 48% of American adults are seeking to increase their protein intake, up 7 percentage points from the previous year. Among GLP-1 users, 65% have this demand, and GLP-1 has become the second most common dietary type. The report, based on an analysis of $1.8 trillion in consumer spending and 618 billion eating occasions, shows that protein demand continues to heat up, and food companies are launching more high-protein, less-additive targeted products.

Campbell Soup Company announced a 13% workforce reduction and the closure of two snack factories as part of a $500 million cost-cutting plan, while also reducing its quarterly dividend by 36%. The company posted a loss in the fourth quarter, with sales declining 8%.

Athletic Brewing Company recently announced that, after a months-long selection process, Dan Kleinman will assume the role of Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), effective September 8. Kleinman will succeed Senior Marketing Director Rosalie Kennedy, who had been serving in the role on an interim basis following the departure of former CMO Andrew Katz. Kleinman previously served as CMO at Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits for nearly three years and spent 16 years at Diageo. Citing Circana data, the company reported a 20.7% market share for its non-alcoholic beer in off-premise channels and plans to increase national media spending by 120% year-over-year.

PepsiCo is increasing its investment in the fresh food sector to align with consumers' growing interest in healthy foods. One of the largest processed food companies in the United States is turning its attention to the fresh produce section of stores, a move that could open up long-term growth opportunities.