Nature’s Wild Berry is a Santa Monica company that grows, processes, markets and distributes Ledidi berries, also known as “miracle berries."

The 2023 Target Takeoff Food and Beverage accelerator program is now in its third year.

The brand expanded into grocery retail late last year and within the first five months on shelves has a repeat purchase rate of 54%, according to the company.

Fresh perimeter produts to be showcased in the Diversity Pavilion include baked goods, savory spreads and seafood alternatives.

The initiative offers mentorship and education, as well as potential financial support, to small and emerging brands.

The wide-ranging conversation touched on a variety of topics, from shifting consumer behaviors to product trends to strategic insights for brand founders.

Morinaga, the US-based manufacturer of Mori-Nu Silken Tofu, has been a tofu supplier to Tofurky for 17 years.

Last year, the company upcycled more than 2.17 million lbs of imperfect fruit and expects to salvage 3 million lbs this year.

An exclusive, 30-minute webinar details these findings and more, examining how recent events are transforming how consumers eat and drink, and highlighting opportunities for innovation.

Target Corp. is seeking to support food and beverage startups ready to scale into mass retail.