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Consumer preferences seem to be shifting almost daily. That can make it pretty tough for brands to figure out where to lean in and optimize their shot at securing a spot in a shopper’s cart. 

Fiber? Protein? Low-carb? While there’s no guarantee these insights will stand the test of time, this week global market intelligence agency Mintel outlined the trends it believes will stick through 2026. 

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Nosh and :INCLUDED CPG are proud to share the five brands selected to attend Nosh Live in L.A. (Dec. 4–5) through our partnership with the mission-driven organization.

Representing a range of innovation, heritage, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship, these brands exemplify the creativity and community impact that define :INCLUDED’s mission to amplify underrepresented voices in the CPG industry.

This year, Nosh Live will welcome Ollin founder Alyssa Fernandez, Shire’s Naturals founder Joshua Velasquez, Hey!Hunger founder Shireen Khera, Cajou Creamery founder Nicole Foster and Nemi Snacks founder Regina Trillo.

⏩ Meet them at Nosh Live.

Greek yogurt giant Chobani has raised $650 million in new equity capital to support its continued growth and recent manufacturing investments. 

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Celleste Bio this week unveiled chocolate-grade cocoa butter produced using plant cell culture technology. 

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Tired of chasing food, beverage, and beer reports across sites? The Nombase Data Hub, powered by BevNET, brings together consumer trends, category shifts, retail data, all in one searchable archive, powered by top research partners.

Insider-only access here.

This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery dig into Whole Foods Market’s annual trends forecast and DayDayCook’s shift away from its recent brand acquisitions to focus on bitcoin. 

The podcasters also discuss the potential of a new food processing technology and the legal battle brewing between Liquid Death and Death Wish Coffee.

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