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Diageo India (United Spirits Limited) has announced the acquisition of a majority controlling stake in Nao Spirits, the Indian craft distiller behind popular gin brands Greater Than and Hapusa.

According to reporting by Reuters, global snack giant Mars’ $36bn takeover bid for Kellanova is set to face a full-scale EU antitrust investigation which could require Mars to divest assets.

Australian dairy group Bega Cheese has confirmed it is seeking informal regulatory approval for its potential acquisition of Fonterra’s Oceania business.

Saudi Arabian F&B group Almarai Company has signed an agreement to acquire water company Pure Beverages Industry Company in a deal valued at SAR 1.04 bn (approx. $277m).

The JM Smucker Company is grappling with operational and financial challenges as it integrates Hostess Brands, which it acquired in November 2023.

Krispy Kreme has finalised the sale of its remaining ownership stake in Insomnia Cookies, a move that underscores the company's commitment to financial restructuring and strategic growth.

High Liner Foods has agreed to acquire the Mrs Paul’s and Van de Kamp’s frozen breaded and battered fish brands from Conagra Brands for $55 million, including around $36 million in inventory.

Cargill has announced its agreement to acquire 100% ownership of Teys Investments, an Australian beef producer. This acquisition marks a significant transition in ownership, as Teys has been jointly owned by the Teys family and Cargill for the past 14 years.

Post Holdings has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 8th Avenue Food & Provisions in a deal worth $880 million.

Sartori Cheese has announced the acquisition of Rumiano Cheese Company, a California-based producer of organic cheese and butter.

Refresco has announced an agreement to acquire Telemark Kildevann Holding (TKV), a Norwegian producer of soft drinks and bottled water.

General Mills has announced that the regulatory review for the sale of its US yogurt business to Lactalis is complete and has been cleared.