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Taste Radio Ep. 204: How Dang Foods Describes The ‘Perfect Consumer’

We spoke with Vincent Kitirattragarn, co-founder/CEO of Dang Foods, about why he thinks the company is well-positioned to tap into one of the most overlooked and influential minority groups in the U.S. He also explained how Dang communicates its brand story across product lines, why he keeps a tight grip on innovation strategy and his relationship with investment firm Sonoma Brands.

Mother Kombucha Partners With Cascadia Managing Brands

Mother Kombucha has entered a strategic partnership with Cascadia Managing Brands to enable continued expansion of Mother Kombucha’s delicious, organic kombucha throughout the Southeast. As part of this agreement Cascadia will also support the development and launch of an exciting new product line in the second quarter.

¡CACTUS! Organic Cactus Water Launches

¡CACTUS! Organic Cactus Water, a new line of plant based functional waters powered by Nopal cactus leaf juice, provides consumers seeking healthy hydration, refreshment and recovery with nature’s way to hydrate under the hottest conditions.

WellWell Launches Walmart Distribution

WellWell, a plant-based beverage brand, announces its January 2020 roll out into select Walmart locations. The launch will expand WellWell’s national presence across Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, and Texas, reaching new consumers with its functional drinks featuring clean ingredients and low sugar content.

All Market Revamps Runa, Pushes ‘Pressed’ Coconut Waters

All Market Inc. is taking a measured approach for growing both natural energy drink Runa and coconut water brand Vita Coco, aiming to use product innovation and updated branding to develop a bigger and deeper presence within existing key retail accounts.

Hellowater To Enter 400 Southeastern Grocers Accounts

Coming off triple-digit growth in 2019, Hellowater has partnered with Southeastern Grocers to add over 400 grocery channel accounts ahead of broader expansion this year. Co-founder and EVP of sales and marketing Rusty Jones said the Chicago-based brand, which markets a line of flavored waters infused with prebiotic fibers, is now available in BI-LO and Winn Dixie stores, bringing its total nationwide footprint to about 6,000 stores.

Beneficial Blends Launches NanoLyte Certified Water-Soluble CBD

Beneficial Blends, the leading co-packing partner specializing in high quality, customized products, with beneficial health attributes, launches NanoLyte™, the first certified organic water-soluble CBD, with non-detectable THC.

KeHE Earns Cold Carrier Certification

As part of a commitment to food safety, KeHE is proud to announce it has earned the Cold Carrier Certification, the first certification of its kind focused on excellence in refrigerated transportation.

Purity Enters CBD Market Via Kadenwood Partnership

Natural beverage brand Purity Organic is teaming with CBD supplier Kadenwood on a partnership to produce a range of CBD-infused food, beverage, personal care and pet products.

Laird Superfood Introduces Plant-Based Liquid Creamers

Laird Superfood, producer of assorted plant-based superfood products, has introduced its new family of plant-based liquid creamers for consumers who want to ditch dairy and artificial flavors to elevate their coffee and fuel their day.