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Taylor Farms has made an investment in Pure Green farms, which grows, packs and ships leafy greens year-round from its hydroponic farm in Indiana.

London coffee brand Grind has announced it has raised £22 million ($30m) during an investment round led by entrepreneur Richard Koch.

Danone has reported a return to growth across all categories in the second quarter after posting a 6.6% net sales increase on a like-for-like (LFL) basis.

Mondelēz International has witnessed 12.4% growth in Q2 net revenue and raised its full-year guidance, as sales in emerging markets continue to bounce back.

Coca-Cola has witnessed net revenues accelerate by 42% in the second quarter, driven by the ongoing recovery from the pandemic in several markets.

US non-alcoholic brewer, Athletic Brewing Company, has closed a $50m funding round to expand its brewing capacity in response to growing consumer demand.

Nestlé has announced plans to invest $100m into the expansion of its frozen foods facility in Cherokee County, South Carolina.

Tiny Organics has raised $11m in a Series A funding round, as it aims to increase consumer awareness of its baby and toddler food brand and expand its team.

Haribo is investing £22m at its manufacturing facility in Castleford, West Yorkshire, as it looks to strengthen its position in the UK market.

Global accelerator-VC Rockstart has announced the closing of its Agrifood fund at more than €22 million, exceeding its initial target.

Mondelēz International has reported 7.9% growth in Q1 net revenue to $7.24bn, and has witnessed improving performance in its emerging markets.

One of the fastest-growing mezcal brands in the US, Madre Mezcal, has raised $3m in a Series A funding round led by NYC-based venture capital studio, Room 9.