Mars Snacking has announced its acquisition of whole-fruit snacking brand Trü Frü for an undisclosed amount. Trü Frü’s snacks are marketed as a healthy indulgence made from real fruit dipped in premium chocolate. Trü Frü will strengthen Mars’ health and wellness portfolio while Mars will work to expand Trü Frü’s distribution and growth.
"“Better-For-You” Snacks Blur the Line Between Health and Indulgence", The Food Institute, December 29, 2022
St. Louis food manufacturer Old Vienna and cannabis brand Vivid have collaborated to create marijuana-infused Red Hot Riplets. Old Vienna’s Red Hot Riplets spicy barbecue potato chips have long been a staple within the St. Louis community. The marijuana-infused spinoff contains 20 mg of THC per bag and rentals for $14 at local dispensaries.
"2022 in Review: St. Louis Made Excellent Weed Snacks", Riverfront Times, December 28, 2022
Fami Fit is a granola handmade by the Betancourt family in Ituango, Colombia. This region of Colombia has been hit by armed conflict, forcing many of its inhabitants to emigrate from this territory. The Betancourt family stayed and created Fami Fit to provide an inexpensive, healthy breakfast option for the community. Fami Fit is sold in local markets and made from five, all-natural ingredients: cocoa, oat flakes, blueberries, almonds and seeds.
"'Fami Fit': an artisan granola made in Ituango, Antioquia", Radio Nacional de Colombia, December 27, 2022
UK vegan snack brand Crave has expanded the distribution of its Pickled Onion Monster Feet and Smokey Bacon Flavored Streakers to online food retailer Ocado. In 2023, Crave is looking to further expand its distribution and range of products.
"OCADO TO ROLL OUT CRAVE SNACKS FOR VEGANUARY", Grocery Gazette, November 29, 2022
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