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Unilever has announced the sale of its Russian subsidiary, Unilever Russia, to Arnest Group.

Sustainable packaging company Mondi has invested €95m to boost efficiency and sustainability at its Świecie containerboard mill in Poland.

Natra, a player in the European chocolate market, has acquired Gudrun, a well-established manufacturer of Belgian chocolates and truffles.

Using data provided by Houlihan Lokey, FoodBev Media's Siân Yates examines these transactions and the broader market implications.

Mondi has entered into an agreement to acquire the German, Benelux and UK corrugated converting and solid board operations of Schumacher.

American entrepreneur and billionaire John Paul DeJoria has acquired Waterloo Gin, the first gin brand distilled in Texas.

Almarai has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Hammoudeh Food Industries through its subsidiary for SAR 263m (approx $70m).

Illinois, US-based dairy company Prairie Farms Dairy has acquired SmithFoods for an undisclosed sum.

Butterfly Equity has announced a definitive agreement to acquire The Duckhorn Portfolio, a luxury wine producer., in a $1.95 billion deal.

French yeast manufacturer Lesaffre has acquired a majority stake in Biorigin, a business unit of Zulior.

Mérieux NutriSciences has entered into an agreement to acquire the food testing business of Bureau Veritas for €360 million.

Hispanic food company Badia Spices has agreed to sell a majority stake to a group of investors.