After being in the food industry for 11 years, I’ve learned a lot. I’ve also failed hard and succeeded. It’s the failure part no one ever wants to write about. The mistakes and horror stories that made my company what it is today. And that’s exactly why I wrote this guide […]

Making the switch to a different co­-packer or food manufacturer? This is not a decision to make on a whim after a bad. Only after careful consideration of the pros / cons and careful planning should you make this pivotal change.

Have you been having trouble with your current co-­packer? Do […]

What if there’s a problem with my food manufacturer? Pro Tip: Eventually there will be.

It’s never smooth sailing when you produce a food product. And problems happen with your co-­packer, too. Below are the most common problems I’ve encountered and how to solve them. By the way, if you’re planning […]

Your first production run?

It’s kind of like the first day of school. You need to have all of your paperwork in order, dressed in the right clothes, and make new friends. And not to mention those lists you get of the stuff your kid needs.

If you think of your kid […]

After visiting and talking with several co­-packers, it’s time to take a hard look at the numbers. You need to know if you’re going to make money. After all, why would you co-pack if you’re going to lose money, right?

There are three ways co-­packers charge. All of them have their […]