Shelfie Awards 2026 applications are opening on April 14th! 📅 🏆 The largest free awards for emerging CPG brands is back and now simpler than ever. Here’s how it works: ↗️ Fill out the application form when applications open in April ↗️ Ship your product samples must be shipped and arrive between April 16-30 (shelf-stable products) or May 5-6 (refrigerated/frozen products) ↗️ Send only 1 product per SKU, up to 3 SKUs max — brands that send more will be disqualified ↗️ Our team will taste and evaluate all submissions during our May tasting sessions ↗️ Finalists announced: Early August 2026 ↗️ Winners announced: Late August 2026 There are more awards this year then previously, including NEW categories like non–ultra processed foods 👀 Don’t miss your shot. Mark your calendars for when the application opens on April 14. #CPG #EmergingBrands #Shelfies #FoodandBeverage #ShelfieAwards