The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (HAIN) Q1 2026 Earnings Call

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of a big kid snack platform in the second half. We are expanding into new backpack territory with snacks designed to bridge the gap between toddlerhood and big kid independence. With organic power bites, organic veggie waves, organic crispy sticks, we deliver protein and fiber for high-density nutrition while balancing portability, taste, and fun. In formula, we will be sponsoring a leading retailer's baby registry, the number one registry destination in the second quarter. And we are leaning into the brand's commitment to quality. EarthBest recently received the Discerning Clean Label Project Purity Award across its full line, underscoring trust with parents and caregivers. Additionally, the brand was highlighted by Consumer Reports in August as one of the most transparent baby food brands. These accolades are important claims for our marketing to parents and caregivers. In international, Hartley's Juicy Jelly on-the-go pouches launched in the first quarter, with strong retailer support helping to drive share growth in the first full four weeks of launch. In addition, we launched new Covent Garden 1-kilogram value pack designed to recruit larger families and rolled out flavor refreshes across the soup brand. We've extended our successful soup and risotto innovation into more retailers, delivering sales growth over 25% for Cully and Sully, along with share gain. Innovation plans for the back half in international include Ella's Kitchen Nutty Blends, a range of three fruit and vegetable blends with a touch of nuts, perfect to stretch taste or provide a more filling snack for six months and up. In addition, we're launching Ella's Kitchen Kids, aimed at older kids from 18 months up. The range extends the brand into new occasions with strong nutritional standards for bet...