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General Mills has announced the appointment of its current chief operating officer, Dana McNabb, to the role of chief executive officer.

Hormel Foods has announced two new appointments within its research and development (R&D) department, both effective from 26 October 2026.

PepsiCo is reportedly investing $1 billion into Colombia over the next five years, the country’s President Abelardo De La Espriella announced yesterday (28 September 2026) following a meeting with the company’s executives.

Carlsberg Britvic has launched a 10-year partnership with The Rivers Trust to support the restoration of rivers, wetlands and floodplains near its manufacturing site in Rugby, UK.

Roland Weening has stepped down as chief executive of juice drink maker Capri-Sun Group, ending more than a decade with the company.

Diageo has today (23 September 2026) announced that Joanne Wilson will join the company as its new chief financial officer, replacing current CFO Nik Jhangiani.

Nexture has announced its acquisition of La Crema, a Dubai-based manufacturer of chocolate and food ingredients for bakery, ice cream and fine pastry applications.

Avara has announced plans to invest more than £100 million in its UK poultry operations over the next three years.

Nestlé is assessing its options after Russia placed its local business under temporary external administration.

Packaging Europe is hosting the Sustainable Packaging Summit at the Jaarbeurs Event & Exhibition Centre, Utrecht, on 10-12 November 2026, and this year, you can join for just €49 with an Expo Only pass.

Nestlé Canada has completed an investment of more than CAD $50 million to expand and modernise its Toronto facility.

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has begun its Phase 1 inquiry into McCormick & Co’s acquisition of Unilever’s food business.