Crown Holdings has entered into agreements to acquire, from affiliates of Swire Pacific Limited, its 44.57% interest in the holding company for Crown's four joint venture facilities in China. Read more
Russian president Vladimir Putin has extended his country's export ban on grain until at least the end of 2011, prompting further increases in wheat prices and fresh concerns about the impact on food prices. Read more
Whitbread has reported its trading performance for the 24 weeks to 19 August 2010. Read more
William Grant & Sons has announced the establishment of its new global marketing office in Dublin, Ireland. Read more
Limited edition zombie Tango bottles and cans will roll out this week. Designed by Blue Marlin with Halloween in mind, they'll be in UK distribution in September and will only be available until November. Read more
The Pepsi Refresh Project has doubled its monthly commitment of $1.3m to refresh America's communities by awarding $2.6m in grants during the month of September. Read more
Feel Good Kids 180ml Tetra packs are available in Orange, Pineapple & Banana and Blackcurrant, Apple & Grape. They're £1.99 per carton of four, and the new formulation of Feel Good Kids will be available in Asda in September. Read more
Those in Essex, UK, may have a reputation for being a bit flash with their cash, but in a survey by Waitrose, it appears that only 2% of Essex residents waste food on a daily basis, making them some of the most thrifty in the country. Read more
MegaMex Foods, a joint venture between Hormel Foods Corporation and Herdez Del Fuerte, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the stock of Don Miguel Foods Corp from TSG4. Read more
Food and drinks manufacturers across the world are turning in greater numbers towards natural colourings, as consumers shun artificial ingredients and additives, according to a Leatherhead Food International report. Read more
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