Gardein, Boulder, Colo., introduced new plant-based single-serve bowls that are certified vegan, made with 100% non-GMO ingredients and provide a good source of protein.

Gardein, Boulder, Colo., launched Skillet Meals, which marry the brand's signature meatless meats with a variety of crisp vegetables, grains and pastas in sauces and prepared in just minutes.

gardein introduced Meatless Pepperoni Pizza Pockets, where each pocket consists of a non-GMO wheat flour outer crust filled with marinara sauce, meatless pepperoni and vegan mozzarella and contains 9 grams of total protein.

Pinnacle Foods Inc., Parsippany, N.J., entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Boulder Brands, Boulder, Colo., in an effort to expand Pinnacle's presence in the health and wellness categories.

The increase in vegetarianism and flexitarianism has made the meat alternatives market a competitive and lucrative space, according to market research publisher Packaged Facts, New York.

Pinnacle Foods Inc., Cherry Hill, N.J., announced plans to locate a manufacturing facility in Hagerstown, Md.

Canada-based gardein launched mini crispy crabless cakes and sweet & sour porkless bites, both made with non-GMO soy, wheat and veggies.

Canada-based gardein launched three new pocket meal varieties.

Pinnacle Foods Inc., Parsippany, N.J., entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Canada-based Garden Protein International Inc.