Smithfield Foods establishes a new team designed to enhance market presence, deepen consumer connection and support product innovation across its portfolio of brands including Smithfield, Nathan’s, Eckrich, Farmland, Armour, Farmer John, Kretschmar, Carando and Margherita.
Key categories of interest among all GLP-1 consumers, particularly Gen Z and Millennials, include high-protein, high-fiber, hydration/electrolyte and gut health products, confirming the importance of embedding protein-forward and nutrient-dense products into innovation pipelines.
Soules Kitchen launches two product lines of refrigerated meals: one line inspired by classic comfort foods, and the other inspired by local food truck cuisine.
Fast-casual chicken salad concept brings on a seasoned real estate and franchise development leader to guide brand's next phase of expansion across new markets.