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PepsiCo to take full ownership of Sabra and Obela for ILS 900m
PepsiCo has agreed to acquire the remaining 50% interest in Sabra Dipping Company and PepsiCo-Strauss Fresh Dips & Spreads International.
Vow launches cultured quail ‘foie gras,' becomes first company to sell multiple cultured meat products in various markets
Vow launches cultured quail ‘foie gras,' becomes first company to sell multiple cultured meat products in various markets.
FrieslandCampina consolidates production network in the Netherlands, impacting 186 jobs
FrieslandCampina has revealed plans to optimise its production network in the Netherlands, resulting in the loss of 186 jobs.
Unilever reduces anticipated European job cuts, moves some staff to new ice cream unit
Unilever will cut around 1,500 fewer jobs in Europe than previously anticipated, Reuters has reported.
Kraft Heinz faces lawsuit over mac and cheese labelling
Kraft Heinz is facing a lawsuit over the use of ‘no artificial preservatives’ labelling on its Kraft Macaroni & Cheese product.
Fonterra proceeds with divestment of consumer businesses to focus on ingredients
Fonterra will move forward with the sale of its global consumer business, alongside its integrated operations in Oceania and Sri Lanka.
EU campaign promotes authentic food and beverage products in the UK
The European Union’s ‘More Than Only Food and Drink’ campaign aims to increase awareness of European food and beverage products in the UK.
Campbell Soup offloads yogurt brand Noosa to Lakeview Farms
Lakeview Farms has entered into an agreement to acquire the Noosa Yoghurt brand from Campbell Soup Company.
Hershey buys Sour Strips, expands sweets portfolio
The Hershey Company has acquired Sour Strips, a fast-growing sour candy brand founded in the US in 2019.
Diageo unveils Diageo Luxury Group to elevate global spirits portfolio
Diageo has formed the Diageo Luxury Group, a new division that will unite its high-end spirits and brand experiences under one umbrella.
KP Snacks adds UK’s Whole Earth Foods to portfolio
Intersnack Group’s KP Snacks has reached an agreement to acquire Whole Earth Foods from the Ecotone group.
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