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Hailing from Michigan, meet ~ Snackwerks ?? Key Capabilities ? Baked Extrusion ? Cold Form Extrusion ? Molding ?? Certifications ? Kosher ? Non-Gmo ??SQF ? Organic ?? Finished Goods ? Baked Bars ??Biscuits ??Bites ? Brownies ? Cold Form Bars ? Cookies + more ?? Location ? Battle Creek, MI “We specialize in producing high-quality snack foods, including granola, cookies, and bars, for emerging and established brands. Their flexible, mid-scale manufacturing facility in Battle Creek offers customized production and packaging solutions. ” — Snackwerks ?? ?? Join our waitlist here → https://lnkd.in/ezCuTuBC ← for exclusive access to our specialized search engine, designed to connect you with top manufacturers and streamline your entire CPG search process. We'd love to have you be a part of the community!

Our Beta is officially closed… that means our waitlist for v1 is live! waitlist → pickyourpacker.com Once you join, apply for PYP Labs to become one of the first people to get your hands on our full scope supply chain search engine — before it goes live. We’re bringing a whole new experience to the search process. It’s all we’ve been focused on for the last 2 years. There’s *so* much to this product and we’ll be sharing more as we get closer to launch. Spring 2025 is right around the corner ??

Cold Fill vs. Hot Fill ? Different methods. Unique benefits. Both will impact your finished product and come with some tradeoffs.. Let’s go deeper: ?? Cold Fill Process ~ ? Ingredients are added to containers without heat. ? Typically used for products that are more temperature sensitive (think functional ingredients like pre / probiotics) Benefits ~ ? This preserves the ingredient's most natural state, taste and nutritional value. ? It can simplify the packaging process for more delicate formulations. ? This is ideal for small to mid-sized batches where product quality is the biggest priority. Best for ~ ? Sauces, dressings, juices and certain beverages that require no thermal processing and aim to maintain flavor and nutritional integrity. Cost ~ ? Cold Filling can be more labor-intensive and require precise handling, most likely increasing costs in comparison to Hot Filling. ? However, this enables a brand to offer a unique, premium product that consumers associate with functionality, freshness and top tier quality. ?? Hot Fill Process ~ ? Ingredients are heated to a specific temperature before being poured into containers. ? Containers are sealed while the product is still hot to create a vacuum seal. Production Benefits ~ ? Enhances shelf stability and reduces the need for preservatives. ? Facilitates high-speed packaging and efficient large-scale production. ? Ensures more consistent product quality and safety. Best for ~ ? Jams, jellies, soups, and other products that benefit from extended shelf life through heat sterilization. Cost ~ ? Hot Filling is often more cost-effective for high-volume production due to streamlined processes. ? It can also reduce waste and enable more precise control over portion sizes, lowering overall production costs.

Based in Berkeley, CA, meet ~ TCHO Chocolate ?? Key Capabilities ? Chocolate Enrobing ? Chocolate Molding ? Chocolate Panning ? Chocolate Tempering ?? Certifications? B Corp Certified ? Fair Trade ? Kosher ? Non-GMO ? Organic ? SQF 2 ??Finished Goods ? Chocolate Bars ? Chocolate BItes ? Plant Based Chocolate ? Chocolate Boxes ?? Location ? Berkeley, CA USA ?? Check out their PYP profile ? https://lnkd.in/e6Z-PbVA “TCHO has made all kinds of chocolate over the years, from straight-forward to straight-up-funky. And just cause we're going plant-based doesn't mean we'll stop making bars that will dance with your taste buddies. When we began talking about launching an entirely new line of bars, we knew we had to reimagine our best sellers. We worked with many formulas and tasted a ton of chocolate before we eventually nailed them all. From Mokaccino to Choco Latté, Toffee + Sea Salt to Toffee Time, and Almond + Sea Salt to Aww Nuts! ” — TCHO ?? ?? ?

Food & Beverage is one of the most creative industries I've ever been a part of - and yet I believe almost no one views B2B pro's as "creatives” Spending the last few years working with supply chain managers, product development teams, consultants and F&B founders I’ve seen miracles happen. The job essentially requires you to be the most resourceful, innovative and iterative version of yourself - every day. Ask anyone in those roles, how often their day or product launch “goes according to plan” Only the most creative survive. That's who we're building for.

Food & Beverage makes up almost 20% of the manufacturing sector in the US… and most cpg customers don’t even know it exists. To me, that’s one of the most exciting aspects of this space. As demands for transparency increase across the board, I think this awareness will change. While non-compete clauses, NDAs and brand equity play a huge role in keeping the B2B side of the industry out of the public eye I think there is a huge opportunity to lean in as a brand. Partnering with a co-man is one of the most intimate experiences a brand may have with another company and if that co-man truly becomes a partner, I think there’s a way to make that a part of the product and brand story. I do not think everyone needs to know what spray drying is, what a tolling manufacturer does or what tertiary packaging means ? But I do think there’s an opportunity to invite your customer into the process and let them into the ecosystem involved in bringing these products to life. Because my thesis is - that's where we are headed anyway. Do you think there’s a world where co-mans get to shine? #CPGmanufacturing #FoodandBeverage

Manufacturers in F&B are not interested in more leads. They want high quality opportunities and less noise. I just spoke to a co-man who told me she would "take 2 solid opportunities a year, over 100 new leads" I hear this often. Manufacturers spend hours (if they even have the time) parsing through tons of inquiries they already get, most of which are folks just kicking the tires. On the other hand, brands, consultants, operators, etc. spend hours combing through page 17 of google search results after exhausting their own personal excel sheets to find someone - just to get a conversation going. In my eyes, the discovery process is where the leverage is - for both parties. As a creator and builder in this space, this is where I see the most opportunity. #PickYourPacker2025 #FoodandBeverage #Search #Contractmanufacturing #B2B #CPG

Operating out of Kenilworth, NJ meet ~ Utica Specialty Foods, LLC. ?? Key Capabilities ? Enrobing ? Extrusion ? Flow Wrapping ? Jar Filling ?? Certifications: ? Kosher ? Organic ? SQF 2 ?? Finished Goods ? Protein Bars ? Nutrition Bars ? Energy Bars ? Nut Butters ?? Location ? Kenilworth, NJ USA ?? PYP Profile https://lnkd.in/e5Yib84s “Utica Specialty Foods was founded to bring the highest, best quality ingredients to you. We believe in natural ingredients, sourced sustainably in an organic matter like it used to be done, hundreds, even thousands years ago. ” — Utica Foods ?????

The LONG days, BIG yawns, the LATE nights, the weeks that BLUR together— all fueled by a desire to SEE a solution from every angle, refusing to take the easy way out and deciding everyday to follow the hell through. Tortoise & the Hare, if you will. Steady, and unrelenting. This hobbit-like adventure wouldn't be possible without each other. And for that, we are profoundly grateful. See you next week as we thoroughly indulge in all the things that make being human so dope ????

Rooted in Doral, Florida, meet ~ Zenta Pets ?? Key Capabilities ? Dehydration ? Extrusion ? Co-Packing ? Private Label ? Fulfillment by Amazon ?? Certifications: ? FDA ?? Finished Goods ? Beef Jerky ? Dog Chews ? Dog Treats ? Dehydrated Pet Snacks ? Pet Treats ? Bully Sticks ? Beef Tendons ? See all 86 products ?? Location ? Doral, FL, USA ?? PYP Profile https://lnkd.in/e2S58HbS “We are a group of individuals with a passion for building great things, and we believe that dogs should be fed products that are fun, nutritious, and healthy. Natural treats are more than just products; they are part of a unique industry that can be confusing and complex. We aim to make it simple by sharing our knowledge and walking together with people who share our same values and passion for this industry.” — Zenta Pets ???? #petindustry #petfood #pettreats #naturalpetproducts #petnutrition #healthypets #dogtreats #pethealth #petfoodmanufacturing #copacking #privatelabel #foodpackaging #pyp #pickyourpacker