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The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry
French foodtech start-up Verley raises $38m to scale precision-fermented whey protein
French ingredient company Verley has raised $38 million in an oversubscribed Series A round to expand production of precision-fermented whey proteins and enter the US market, just four years after its founding.
Feb 24
USDA to buy $263m in dairy products, supporting butter and cheese markets
The US Department of Agriculture will purchase up to $263 million in dairy and other agricultural commodities, with nearly $150 million directed at butter, cheese and milk.
Feb 23
Coca-Cola Canada Bottling invests $102.9m in Brampton expansion to boost can capacity
Coca-Cola Canada Bottling has announced a CAD 141 million (approx. $102.9 million) investment to expand its manufacturing and distribution facility in Brampton, Ontario.
Feb 20
Just Ice Tea raises $9m Series B to support retail expansion and new flavours
Just Ice Tea has raised $9 million in Series B financing to accelerate national retail growth and product innovation, including the launch of Watermelon Lime White Tea and Peach White Tea.
Feb 19
La Menorquina invests €15m to expand high-capacity production in Barcelona plant
La Menorquina has announced an investment of more than €15 million in a new high-performance production line at its Palau-solità i Plegamans facility in Barcelona.
Feb 18
Semcap Food and Nutrition invests $55m in Good Culture
Private equity investment platform Semcap Food and Nutrition has invested $55 million in cottage cheese brand Good Culture.
Feb 18
Once Upon a Farm prices IPO at $18 per share, set to debut on NYSE
Once Upon a Farm has priced its initial public offering at $18 per share marking a significant milestone for the fast-growing player in the kids' nutrition space.
Feb 17
Bakeit Food opens £3m Winchester granola facility
Bakeit, the owner of cereal bar brand Boka, has expanded its breakfast portfolio by opening a £3 million British granola manufacturing facility in Winchester, Hampshire.
Feb 13
Chiquita completes banana pan-genome in push to future-proof global supply
Chiquita has completed the Yelloway banana pan-genome, a scientific milestone designed to accelerate the development of disease- and climate-resilient bananas.
Feb 12
Soufflet Malt breaks ground on €100m South African malting facility in strategic investment
Soufflet Malt has officially broken ground on a €100 million malting facility in Midvaal, Gauteng.
Feb 12
Kraft Heinz halts split, commits $600m to brand and commercial reset
Kraft Heinz has paused work on its previously announced separation and will instead deploy $600 million in incremental investment across marketing, sales and R&D.
Feb 12
JBS expands Middle East footprint with $150m Oman joint venture
JBS is expanding its manufacturing base in the Middle East with a $150m joint venture in Oman, aiming to strengthen its capability in the Middle East.
Feb 10
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