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Cargill is investing nearly $90 million in automation and technology upgrades at its Fort Morgan, Colorado beef facility as part of its 'Factory of the Future' initiative.

US ice cream company Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches is investing $5.8 million to establish a new production facility and corporate headquarters in Richmond, Virginia, a project expected to create 166 new jobs.

Betty Buzz, a canned cocktail brand founded by American actress Blake Lively, has expanded into vodka-based drinks with the launch of its first Vodka Iced Teas.

Post Holdings has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 8th Avenue Food & Provisions in a deal worth $880 million.

Sartori Cheese has announced the acquisition of Rumiano Cheese Company, a California-based producer of organic cheese and butter.

Food and drink sold and manufactured in Texas containing artificial ingredients could require on-pack warning labels if a new bill becomes law.

Adult beverage private equity firm InvestBev has announced a six-figure investment in clean energy drink brand Lucky Energy Drinks.

US organic açaí brand Sambazon has launched a new line of pre-topped frozen açaí and smoothie bowls, aimed at providing a more convenient option for consumers.

Flavoured malt beverage brand Seagram’s Escapes has partnered with sports entertainment group WWE to launch a co-branded product line, Seagram’s Escapes Spiked.