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Every American knows what yogurt is. And they most likely know about Greek yogurt, too.

But Bulgaria – the birthplace of yogurt – has its own style (as do plenty of other regions and geographies around the world) that is not yet commonplace among fermented food-obsessed U.S. consumers. 

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🍼 Little Spoon launched an Organic Grass-Fed Whole Milk Infant Formula that integrates into its “broader feeding ecosystem” designed for babies, toddlers and children up to six years old. Read more with Insider access

🍫 Ritter Sport made its first-ever extension into plant-based chocolate just five months after the company acquired Chocolove. Catch all the details here

🍓Mission MightyMe leaned further into its science-based approach to allergen prevention with the debut of Nutty Trail Mixes, its first expansion beyond its flagship puffs. Read the full story with Insider access

🌮 General Mills revived the La Tiara line of thin, crispy corn taco shells and taco seasonings, bringing more than 100 jobs to the Kansas City area, where the brand originated. Read more with Insider access

🍋 Cedar’s Foods debuted Lemon Mint Tzatziki, designed to complement the lighter flavors of the seasons. Read the full release

We’ve rounded up the rest into a gallery featuring bite-sized pierogies, a shelf-stable tofu snack and ready-to-bake carrot fries. 

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The Hershey Company has integrated its Sweet, Salty and Protein brand portfolios under a unified U.S. commercial operating model called ONE Hershey.

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Habiza started with 19-year-old college dropout Jonathan Srour selling hummus from his parents’ driveway, lemonade stand-style. But that SoCal-based, Gen Z-led business has grown over the past five years and this week landed nearly $2.5 million in fresh capital.

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Here’s a look at leading headlines from around the food industry. Go beyond the headlines with Insiders access.

1. Once Upon a Farm Bets on Baby Food Coolers, Protein to Power Post-IPO Growth

2. Laoban Raises $7M Amid Frozen Asian Category Expansion

3. How Chomps Is Creating New Opportunities With Chicken

4. Why Bachan’s Sold to Marzetti – and What Comes Next

5. Bar Brands Go Bite-Size

David Protein just got hit with a lawsuit claiming its macros don’t add up, raising familiar questions about labeling, ingredients, and what happens when a fast-growing brand lands in the legal spotlight. 

The team breaks down the claims, why brands become litigation magnets, and whether consumers will care. Plus: a readout from Seafood Expo North America and Stiller Soda’s attention-grabbing social media push.

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