Can Chobani Clean Up Daily Harvest's Image? Plus, A Peek At Peak Protein

In this episode: This week, the podcast dives into a couple new acquisition deals, manufacturing and a hefty dosage of protein. Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard go through the past week's CPG industry news, covering Chobani's expansion into frozen foods with its takeover of Daily Harvest, how one bone broth maker is betting on the category's growth and why protein content continues to rise in the beverage industry. Show Highlights: 0:15 - The podcast jumps into a pair of recent acquisitions this past week. First, Monica explains the sale of A Dozen Cousins to Verde Valle Foods. Next, Lukas describes what we know so far about Chobani's newest acquisition, smoothie and plant-based meal maker Daily Harvest. 3:30 - The team digs into the bone broth category, discussing Austin, Texas-based Kettle & Fire's new manufacturing plant, KettleWorks in Lancaster, Pa. 5:30 - Protein drinks continue their upward momentum. Lukas shares some of the insights from a story tracking how muscle mass-building beverages seem to have no ceiling and now cover multiple segments. 7:30 - On a lighter note, the team goes through the Kingsford and Miller Lite grilling partnership, boomers' penchant for cannabis, MrBeast is getting meaty with Jack Link's and yogurt maker Beny's rebrand to Sourmilk.  About CPG Week CPG Week is the podcast that explores the latest happenings in the consumer packaged goods industry. Join our seasoned reporting team as they dish out the week's stories in quick, easy-to-digest episodes. Catch up on the top headlines of the week, dive into exclusive insights with the BevNET and Nosh teams, and set yourself up to make more informed business decisions. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the dynamic world of packaged food and beverage. New episodes are released every week. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to [email protected]. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts