Green Giant Fresh, Salinas, Calif., expanded its line of plant-based Veggie Bowls with two new regionally inspired flavors—Southwest Tortilla and Korean BBQ.

The Ready to Thrive! smoothie brand, Los Angeles, added Boost and Rejuvenate to its lineup of frozen smoothies.

Blue Diamond Growers, Sacramento, Calif., announced plans to expand the capabilities of its Salida, Calif., facility, what is said to be the largest almond receiving station in the world.

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., Los Angeles, acquired Elevation Burger, Falls Church, Va., for $10 million.

Chefs, food companies and foodservice operators are continuing to nudge consumer food choices in a more healthful, sustainable direction, according to the “7th Menus of Change Annual Report,” released by the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, N.Y., and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health—Department of Nutrition, Boston, Mass.

Tyson Foods, Inc., Springdale, Ark., introduced the company’s first plant-based and blended products, along with its new Raised & Rooted brand.

Nafsika's Garden, Canada, introduced a new line of vegan cheese.

Raisio, Finland, announced plans to invest an estimated EUR 45 million in a production facility to develop and manufacture plant-based, value-added products.

A new report from Cornucopia Institute, Cornucopia, Wis., takes an in-depth look at what plant-based beverages really offer consumers, how they are marketed and how they compare to cow's milk.

Private investors Gregg and Jeff Hamann acquired Before the Butcher, Irvine, Calif., in a transaction that complements the Hamanns’ ownership of ground beef producer Jensen Meat Co.