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Top news and merchandising and marketing trends unfolding with grocery consumer brands in beverages, natural and organic, snacks, condiments and more.

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‘Matterbox Madness’ Packs 10K Healthy Meals for Summer Youth Programs

Hundreds of employees from 25 Twin Cities companies participate in the competitive event that pits teams against each other in a bracket-style competition to see which team can bundle kids' snack packs in the shortest amount of time.

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Conagra to Acquire Pinnacle Foods for $10.9B

The deal will create an $11 billion supplier with strength in the "on-trend" frozen and snack categories, officials say.

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The Wonderful Co. Ranks as No. 1 CPG Growth Leader: Report

By WGB Staff on Jun. 15, 2018

A new study reveals the company was the top growth leader in the produce industry in 2017.

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National Brands Remain Critical for Retailer Success

By WGB Staff on Jun. 06, 2018

Acosta’s Why Brands Matter report details impact of national and private label brands on shopper purchasing habits.

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Retail Growth Found in POS ‘Blind Spots’

By WGB Staff on Jun. 06, 2018

Consumer panel data indicates rapid growth in nontraditional channels, with Amazon gaining fastest

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The Soda Tax Fight Just Got More Complicated

By Phil Lempert on Jun. 01, 2018

The Lempert Report: States are passing bills to prevent penalties on sugary drinks.

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BrandSpark Reveals Most Trusted Brands of 2018

By WGB Staff on May. 29, 2018

The CPG award winners were based on results of a survey of more than 15,000 shoppers.

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Longtime Campbell's CEO Morrison Out as Q3 Profits Tumble

By WGB Staff on May. 18, 2018

Denise Morrison was an outspoken advocate of change at Campbell, but the company's financials have struggled of late.

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Hershey Unveils 'Shopper's World' Retail Report

By WGB Staff on May. 17, 2018

The guide aims to help grocers build a digital and physical consumer experience for a total commerce approach.

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Kraft Heinz Picks Springboard Brands

By Jon Springer on May. 14, 2018

The inaugural class of "next-generation" brands will receive a 16-week mentorship.