USA: Flagstone Foods acquires Emerald Nuts from Campbell Soup
Flagstone Foods, one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of private label snacks and trail mixes in the US, has announced the acquisition of nut specialist Emerald Nuts from Campbell Soup. Emerald Nuts operates plants in North Carolina, Texas and Alabama, processing a varied assortment of nuts, including almonds, pecans, walnuts, cashews, peanuts, and mixed […]
Sweet potato gets sporty
The latest innovation insight from Gama Compass MANCHESTER – 10th September 2018: September’s Innovation Insight returns to the theme of functional vegetable ingredients with a look at the launch of a new sports drink that “harnesses the natural goodness” of on-trend sweet potato – V8 +Hydrate Isotonic Drink. An extension to Campbell’s established V8 brand range of […]
USA: Campbell Soup launches Souplicity
In a further push into the chilled sector, consumer goods firm Campbell Soup has debuted a new soup line called Souplicity via its C-Fresh division. New to the US, the high pressure processed line is claimed to be made with simple, organic ingredients and to be free from GMO and preservatives. The launch is described […]
USA: Campbell Soup launches Garden Fresh Gourmet fresh soups
Cambell Soup, the US consumer goods firm, is launching a new range of soups under its recently acquired Garden Fresh Gourmet brand. The refrigerated soups come in the varieties Chicken Noodle with Kale, Chicken Tortilla with Roasted Chillies, Broccoli Cheddar with Parmesan and Tomato with Parmesan. The launch of the new soup line marks an […]
USA: Campbell’s launches Prego Farmers’ Market pasta sauce
US food and drink company Campbell Soup has introduced a new range of Italian sauce – “made with tomatoes picked at their peak, herbs and vegetables” – under the Prego Farmers’ Market brand name. The new line of sauces comprises the varieties Classic Marinara “made with vine-ripened tomatoes, olive oil, basil onions and oregano”, Roasted Garlic which […]
USA: Campbell’s to launch nutrition-oriented Well Yes! soup
Campbell’s, the US-based manufacturer of soup and other packaged food, has announced the launch of a new “nutritious”, ready-to-serve canned soup line called Well Yes, featuring “popular soup recipes with a decidedly contemporary twist”. According to reports in Meat & Poultry and New Hope, the “healthy and clean” soup line is made with “recognizable & […]
USA: Keurig Green Mountain launches Campbell’s soup in K-Cup pods
Hot drink capsule firm Keurig Green Mountain and soup manufacturer Campbell’s have partnered to develop a new soup product in single serving K-cup pods. Designed to fit capsule hot drinks machines, the new product reportedly took two years to develop. It comes in two flavours: Southwest Style Chicken Broth & Noddle Soup Mix and Homestyle […]
Campbell Soup Co. set to expand with Garden Fresh Gourmet acquisition
Campbell Soup Co. is looking to expand within the packaged fresh food category with the acquisition of Garden Fresh Gourmet for $231 million. According to an article in Food Business News, Garden Fresh Gourmet, which generated $100 million in net sales last year, is the leading US brand in refrigerated salsa and also produces hummus, […]
USA: Campbell Soup to launch V8 vegetable and fruit beverages
Campbell Soup is expanding its range under the V8 brand with the launch of a new shelf-stable beverage range featuring vegetables with a “touch of fruit”. The new line-up includes four varieties: Healthy Greens with spinach, yellow carrots, apples & pineapple, Purple Power with purple carrots, beets & apple, Golden Goodness with sweet potatoes, yellow […]
Canada: Campbell’s overhauls canned soup line
Campbell’s in Canada has refreshed more than 50 SKUs in its lineup with new labels, new reformulations and the launch of new varieties. The revamp sees the reformulation of heritage brands such as Classic Chicken Noodle (the company’s biggest seller) as well as a debut for new flavours such as Homestyle Rustic Lentil, Creamy Tomato […]