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Dutch meat and fish alternatives producer, Schouten Europe, has announced its acquisition of Nijland Food, which recently declared bankruptcy.

Coca-Cola FEMSA subsidiary, Spal Industria Brasileira de Bebidas, has reached an agreement to acquire CVI Refrigerantes for approx. $110.9 million.

Lucas Bols has announced its intention to acquire the ultra-premium Tequila Partida brand from the Shansby Trust and Edrington USA.

The Coca-Cola Company has agreed to take full control of US sports drink company BodyArmor, in a deal valued at $5.6 billion.

British chicken producer Banham Poultry has been acquired by 2 Sisters Food Group founder Ranjit Boparan, for an undisclosed sum.

Irish dairy cooperative Ornua has acquired US cheese solutions business Whitehall Specialties from private equity firm Mason Wells.

Jasper Wyman & Son (Wyman's) has acquired the wild blueberry assets of Ellsworth, US-based Allen's Blueberry Freezer for an undisclosed sum.

Meal kit company HelloFresh has agreed to acquire Australian ready-to-eat meal manufacturer Youfoodz for AUD 125m (approximately $93.3m).

Dawn Foods has strengthened its position in Portugal with the acquisition of bakery products distributor Icopa for an undisclosed sum.

Mondelēz International has agreed to acquire Chipita, a manufacturer of croissants and baked snacks in central and eastern Europe, for $2bn.

Saputo has announced two acquisitions in the dairy alternatives and value-added ingredients sectors, representing a combined investment of CAD 187m.

Unilever has agreed to acquire US supplements brand and lifestyle company, Onnit, as it continues to expand its consumer health offerings.