Summary:  The Contract Manufacturing Alliance is continuing to develop programs (for clients) relating to the produce department. ProduceDepartments.com:  We are creating a new produce department meet and greet platform that will introduce new brands to produce department category managers for retail chains (supermarkets, mass merchants, natural and Military).

Our Own Brands in Produce:  In our own group we have launched a series of brands in the produce department with the more recent creation of Produce Trader (organic produce powders – www.ProduceStand.org).

Produce Distribution:  Produce Distributors have been evolving to carrying products in new categories (other than produce) that are perfect for clients to explore for.  Charlie’s Produce is a good example.

Farm Stands / Produce Stands:  More recently, They have been creating distribution solutions relating to farm stands / produce stands.  There are plenty of opportunities for health snacks, grocery products, healthy beverages and juices, produce snacks and more.

The Contract Manufacturing Alliance’s Programming

The Contract Manufacturing Alliance (www.ContractMFG.org): The Contract Manufacturing Alliance was established as a collaboration among consumer industry groups dedicated to helping brands of all sizes form effective contract manufacturing partnerships. By fostering these connections, CMA empowers brands to streamline their production and bring innovative products to market. In The Store (www.InTheStore.org): CMA developed In The Store to educate consumer brands about the intricacies of the in-store experience. This program also provides opportunities for brands to connect directly with the appropriate category departments to optimize their retail placement.

Wiki CPG (www.WIKICPG.org):
CMA’s Wiki CPG serves as a comprehensive educational platform offering tools and resources for consumer brands. Covering topics like manufacturing, marketing, sales, logistics, and social media, it supports brands at every stage of their business journey.

Brand Previews (www.BrandPreviews.com):
CMA is launching Brand Previews, an innovative matchmaking tool designed to connect consumer brands with the most suitable retail categories. This platform streamlines the process of getting brands in front of the right buyers and decision-makers.

What is the Retail Cooperative:

Created by Trusted Consumer Outlets, the Retail Cooperative is a full service-consumer product design and manufacturing agency. With its own on-site 150,000 square feet facility (design, packaging, manufacturing, warehousing, distribution) available to customers.

The Retail Cooperative (Trusted Consumer Outlets) uses mostly recycled materials. Recycled materials are crucial for reducing waste in landfills and conserving natural resources. It also lowers the carbon footprint by consuming less energy during manufacturing and enhancing brand image by appealing to eco-conscious consumers.
www.RetailCooperative.com

What is the Contract Manufacturing Alliance:

Founded by the Contract Packaging Association (ContractMFG.org) and the Co-Packing Network the Contract Manufacturing Alliance was created to be an expansion of the CPA’s RFQ Tool.  The RFQ Tool helps start-up and emerging brands with their co-packing needs.

The CPA’s Request for Quote (RFQ) tool allows an automated submission to CPA Members to securely submit their project details and needs. Your Request for Quote will be dispatched to CPA Members whose capabilities match your project needs, and if they can assist you, will contact you directly about their services and capabilities. RFQ Tool

In The Store: Concentrating on these in-store sections

Retail Department Match-Making System (Brands to Category Managers)
Coming soon, the Contract Manufacturing Alliance and its partners are introducing Brand Previews, an advanced matchmaking system designed to connect brands directly with the appropriate category managers in retail stores. This platform will serve as a bridge between brands and decision-makers, enhancing targeted outreach and streamlining the introduction process.
With Brand Previews, brands will have the opportunity to connect with category managers for specific store departments, such as produce, meats, service deli, and more. This focused approach ensures that brands can present their products to the right contacts, increasing the potential for successful placements and fostering efficient pathways to retail partnerships. www.BrandPreviews.com

Retail Channels and Formats (www.RetailFormats.com): We work with a long-list of retail channels including:

Our Own Media:

The Co-Packing Network itself has over 35-years of media experience (TV shows, OTT).  Examples of our work includes:

We Have Our Own Magazine:

Contract Packaging, published three times each year by PMMI Media Group (owners of Packaging World magazine), has the privilege and the advantage of being the official publication for the Contract Packaging Association, positioning CP journalists for optimum access to and trust of key influencers who are driving the leading edge of the industry. 20,000 qualified packaging professionals receive each edition of CP. These professionals are individuals who have indicated that they have purchase involvement in contract packaging and related services and products. Magazine recipients are also contract packagers, who are CPA members. ContractPackaging.org

Wiki CPG:  2024