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A new survey by Kellanova (K) reveals that Cheez-It and Pringles are top choices for road trip snacks across all generations in the U.S. The study, surveying 2,000 adults, found distinct snacking preferences by age group and region. Gen Z prefers bold, spicy, and sour flavors while traveling with friends, Millennials opt for tangy flavors with family-friendly options, and Gen X and Boomers favor salty and sweet snacks when traveling solo or with a companion. Regional preferences show Southerners prefer spontaneous snack purchases, Northeasterners favor creamy flavors, and Western residents are more flexible with their snack choices. The survey indicates 90% of road trippers consume multiple snacks during their travels, with geographical location and age significantly influencing snacking decisions.

Cheez-It and Wendy's (WEN) have announced a groundbreaking collaboration launching the first-ever Cheez-It x Wendy's Baconator crackers nationwide in July 2025. The limited-edition snack combines Cheez-It's signature 100% real cheese crunch with Wendy's Baconator flavors, featuring Applewood smoked bacon taste. Consumers can get early access through CheezIt.com with a special bundle including a Wendy's Frosty keychain tag. The product launch includes a promotional offer of $2 off a Baconator sandwich through the Wendy's app. This partnership represents a strategic move by both brands to create an innovative snack product that brings the popular Baconator burger experience to the cracker aisle.

Kellanova (K) unveils its summer 2025 seasonal product lineup featuring limited-edition items across its popular brands. The collection includes themed snacks and merchandise like pool floaties from Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, and Eggo. Key offerings include Cheez-It Flag Summer crackers and Palermo's Pizza collaboration, Town House Star Spangled Original Crackers, patriotic Pringles packaging, and new frozen treats from Pop-Tarts and Eggo featuring Ice Cream Sandwiches and Pints in various flavors. MorningStar Farms introduces Sizzlin' Steakhouse Burgers for plant-based grilling, while Rice Krispies Treats launches seasonal ice cream products and patriotic mini treats. The summer collection emphasizes portable snacking options and limited-time promotional items.

RXBAR, a Kellanova brand, launches its new RXBAR High Protein bars with 18g of protein and only six recognizable ingredients. The innovation includes two flavors: Strawberry Peanut Butter and Vanilla Peanut Butter, featuring plant-based, gluten-free formulations naturally sweetened with organic agave nectar. The company also introduces a new Lemon Honey Cashew Butter flavor to their Nut Butter & Oat lineup, containing 10g of protein and 18g of whole grains. The new products, developed through extensive consumer research, aim to address the market gap for better-tasting high-protein bars without artificial ingredients. All new products are now available at select Target stores and Target.com, with expanded retail distribution planned throughout summer 2025.

Kellanova (NYSE: K) has announced a collaboration between Pop-Tarts and Marvel Studios' upcoming film 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps'. The partnership brings back the fan-favorite Pop-Tarts Frosted Blue Raspberry flavor exclusively at Walmart after a six-year hiatus, alongside specially marked boxes of other flavors featuring movie-inspired designs. Available for $3.89 per 8-count box, the limited-edition pastries feature eight unique frosting designs inspired by the Super Hero team. Customers who purchase $10 worth of participating Pop-Tarts products can receive a $5 Fandango Movie Reward to see the film, which premieres July 25, 2025. The collaboration celebrates both brands' 1960s origins, with Pop-Tarts leveraging the movie tie-in to enhance their product lineup and drive sales through promotional offerings.

Kellanova (NYSE: K) has announced a unique marketing collaboration between Cheez-It Snap'd and reality TV star Phaedra Parks to launch a limited-edition accessory - the Cheez-It Snap'd Back Bag. The bag, priced at $16 with free shipping, will be available exclusively on CheezIt.com starting May 25 at 9 p.m. ET. This fashion-meets-snack collaboration features a roll-top bag with secure snap closure, decorated in Cheez-It's signature red and gold colors and featuring one of Parks' iconic quotes. The launch coincides with Parks' return to reality TV and represents Kellanova's effort to blend snack marketing with pop culture appeal.

Kellanova (NYSE: K) is actively integrating AI across its operations to transform its workplace and enhance productivity. The company has implemented several key AI initiatives including: Copilot for employee assistance, with over 10,000 employees participating in "Kuriosity Clinics" for AI training. The company's 'Better Data, Bigger Possibilities' framework has delivered notable successes, including the Pringles Poptopia campaign which achieved a 30% increase in first-party data.

The company is leveraging AI through digital twins for manufacturing optimization, implementing RealWear Navigator 520 for R&D collaboration, and deploying handheld tablet technology in plants for real-time production insights. Kellanova is progressing beyond pilot programs to strategic AI implementation across multiple business functions, focusing on human-technology partnership and employee upskilling to drive innovation.

Kellanova (K) has announced a significant refresh of its Nutri-Grain brand, upgrading its signature bars with enhanced nutritional content and a new design. The improved bars now feature 10 grams of whole grains and 10 vitamins and minerals, addressing the widespread under-consumption of whole grains among Americans, who currently consume only 39% to 61% of the recommended daily intake according to a Tufts University study.

The refreshed product maintains its familiar taste while offering improved nutrition, featuring a hearty texture with a delicate crumble and fruity filling in various flavors including strawberry and apple cinnamon. The brand has also updated its packaging with a more straightforward layout and clear ingredient callouts. The nationwide rollout is currently underway across all core flavors, with brand activations planned for later this summer.

Kellanova (NYSE: K) has released its financial results for the first quarter of 2025. The company announced that the detailed earnings report has been published on their investor relations website and filed with the SEC through a Form 8-K. No specific financial metrics, performance data, or comparative analysis were provided in the announcement.