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We’re humbly mentioning: Peppertux’s next growth chapter started at Nosh Live.

The Southern California startup has just closed its first funding round as it accelerates expansion of its pistachio spreads and snacks into thousands of new retail doors. 

The $2.35 million bridge round was led by Santatera Capital and will support the brand’s growing distribution footprint and new product development.

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The venture funding environment for food, beverage, and CPG brands continues to evolve, and the Northhall Q2 2026 Food, Beverage & CPG Financing Report offers an in-depth look at where investors are placing their bets and where they're becoming more selective. 

Beyond the top-line trends, the report explores how today's investment activity reflects broader changes across the food, beverage, and CPG ecosystem.

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The parent company of Soylent and Whipshots just got a lot more manufacturing muscle. 

Starco Brands announced it has acquired manufacturing powerhouse Custom Bakehouse to support the company’s vision to build an “fully integrated” CPG platform. 

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Oatly has raised its full-year outlook after another quarter of strong growth.

The company said innovation, strong execution and a renewed focus on coffee culture and beverage occasions are helping drive momentum across key markets.

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

1. Gymkhana, Kreatures of Habit Head to Sprouts

2. Utz to Go Private in $2.9B Deal as Intersnack Bets on U.S. Growth

3. Perfect Snacks Bets on New Formats, Ecommerce as Sales Surge

4. Ben & Jerry’s Dispute With Parent Co. Could Shutter Foundation

5. Lioness Founder Believes Women Deserve More Than Another Protein Bar

It’s Hump Day! Here’s a taste of the latest marketing moves from around the food industry.

💻 Backflip is recreating the Saturday Morning Cartoon feel for a next-generation cereal launch, debuting at Target this month. Get the whole story

🥑 Adams Group is promoting that its Marianne’s avocado oil as one of two brands that tested 100% pure after a study found 82% of U.S. avocado oils were rancid or cut with seed oils. Read the press release

🍞 Nature’s Own is launching its “Sandwishes” campaign through a partnership with Make-A-Wish, featuring a digital cookbook filled with wish kids’ favorite sandwich recipes. Learn more here

🥨 CRISP POWER Protein Pretzels launched “The Well-Rounded Snack,” its first major commercial campaign featuring an ad spot on national media. Check out the release

💡 Feature Spotlight: Van Leeuwen secured a claim to minimalist, pastel ice cream branding, winning $23.8 million in a trade dress infringement case against Rebel Creamery. Read the full report

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Most founders know they need a board. Far fewer know how to build one that makes the business a stronger competitor. 

In this episode, Brad Charron, CEO of Aloha, and Kierstin Rielly, CEO of the Women on Boards Project, break down what separates a board that simply fills seats from one that helps you make better decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and build a stronger company.

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