9 Must-Read CPG Newsletters
- Maia Brusseau
- Jun 10
- 3 min read
Our favorite inbox reads for retail, regulation, packaging, and consumer trends
If you're leading or supporting a consumer brand, staying informed isn't just a nice-to-have—it’s a must.
From shifting retail dynamics to product launches and regulatory news, the right newsletters keep your strategy sharp and your team aligned with where the industry is going.
We subscribe to dozens of industry sources, but these nine stand out as consistently valuable for CPG brand managers.
Whether you're focused on marketing, innovation, retail, or operations, these are worth a spot in your inbox.
Retail Brew
Why We Love It: While not strictly CPG-focused, Retail Brew frequently covers stories that directly impact brand managers—from retail media network news to changing consumer habits and eCommerce innovation. Its tone is accessible, but its content is consistently insightful.
Frequency: Daily
Best For: Retail trends, omnichannel marketing, digital commerce
This Week in CPG
Why We Love It: Created by operators for operators, this indie newsletter surfaces the latest brand launches, retail wins, job moves, and fundraising rounds across the CPG landscape—especially helpful for emerging brands and growth-stage teams.
Frequency: Weekly
Best For: Early-stage brand wins, trendspotting, community news
Consumer Goods Technology (CGT) Insider
Why We Love It: CGT focuses on the technologies transforming how CPG brands go to market—from AI and data analytics to ERP upgrades and omnichannel logistics. It’s an excellent resource for brand teams working at the intersection of tech and commerce.
Frequency: Weekly
Best For: Digital transformation, data strategy, supply chain innovation
Consumer Brands SmartBrief
Why We Love It: Curated by the Consumer Brands Association, this newsletter offers a regulatory and policy lens on the CPG industry, alongside key business developments. It’s ideal for brand leaders who need to stay aware of legislation, sustainability policy, and macro-level shifts.
Frequency: Daily
Best For: Public policy, compliance, industry-wide strategic updates
Food Dive
Why We Love It:Food Dive delivers in-depth reporting on the food and beverage sector, covering retail partnerships, supply chain developments, and regulatory changes. It's a reliable source for comprehensive industry news.
Frequency: Daily or Weekly
Best For: Food & beverage insights, retail distribution, regulatory updates
Packaging Dive
Why We Love It: Packaging Dive provides comprehensive coverage on packaging operations across various industries, including food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and personal care. It offers insights into sustainability, automation, and design trends, making it valuable for CPG brand managers focused on packaging innovation.
Frequency: Daily
Best For: Packaging trends, sustainability, design innovation
Food Industry Association FMI Daily Lead
Why We Love It: Developed in partnership with SmartBrief, this compilation of targeted food industry business news is a must-read for C-suite executives and industry insiders.
Frequency: Daily
Best For: Grocery trends, food safety, supply chain & policy news
Circana CPG & Foodservice Insights
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Why We Love It: Circana (formerly IRI + NPD) offers top-tier data-backed insights into CPG, foodservice, and consumer behavior trends. Their newsletter delivers valuable takeaways drawn from proprietary research and shopper data.
Frequency: Regular updates
Best For: Category data, market trends, consumer analytics
Eat This, Not That! Newsletter
Why We Love It: This consumer-facing newsletter features trending products, health and wellness tips, and new food finds—often spotlighting up-and-coming natural and better-for-you brands. Great for seeing what’s resonating with the public (and driving clicks).
Frequency: Daily
Best For: Consumer buzz, product discovery, wellness category visibility
These nine newsletters cover the full spectrum of what CPG brand managers need to know—from backend ops and regulatory watch to shelf trends and consumer buzz.
Whether you're leading innovation, building retail strategy, or refining your operations, there's something here to elevate your decision-making.
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