USA: Calbee to open R&D centre in Caliornia
The US subsidiary of Japan-based food major Calbee has announced the opening of a new R&D innovation centre in Madera (CA). “Planned to help the company grow in double digits annually by accelerating innovation and product development, the facility will support the team in bringing Asian-flavored offerings to the mainstream marketplace and expanding Harvest Snaps’ presence […]
India: Allana Consumer Products invests in frozen potato production
Allana Consumer Products Limited (ACPL) has announced an investment of 300 crore INR ($36 million) to set up facilities for the manufacture of French fries and frozen potatoes in North India and Gujarat. Founded in 1865, ACPL is described as a leader in the manufacture and export of food and drinks, including frozen and chilled meat, frozen and […]
Brazil: Piracanjuba invests in new dairy production complex
Dairy group Piracanjuba has announced the investment of R$ 499 million ($81 million) in two factories in a dairy complex in Sao Jorge d’Oeste, in Brazil’s Parana state. According to sources, the unit will have the capacity to produce 1.2 million litres of milk per day, resulting in the production of protein concentrates and isolates […]
Germany: Unilever to sell Tomato al Gusto and Speciale al Gusto brands
Unilever, the multinational consumer goods giant, has announced plans to sell its Knorr pasta sauce brands Tomato al Gusto and Speciale al Gusto in Germany to Italian food firm Casalasco for an undisclosed sum. Casalasco is described as one of the main global operators in the production and processing of industrial tomatoes, managing the Pomì, […]
USA: Nestle expands Vital Pursuit line with Max Pro frozen pizza
Nestle, the Swiss consumer goods giant, has announced the launch of Max Pro, a line of frozen pizza in the USA under the Vital Pursuit brand umbrella. The new pizzas contain 33g of protein and 17g of fibre per serving and are available in Cheese Lovers and Chicken Mozzarella varieties with a suggested retail price of […]
USA: Midas Foods Acquires JM Exotic Foods
Midas Foods, a sauces and seasonings maker, has announced the acquisition of JM Exotic Foods, a leader in spices, seasonings, and specialty foods. The company said the acquisition aligned with its strategy to establish a national manufacturing footprint and broaden its offerings to include retail packaging, shaker bottles, and more. JM Exotic Foods’ brand range includes Sure […]
USA: Flowers Foods to acquire Simple Mills
Flower Foods, a US producer and marketer of packed bakery food, has announced the acquisition of Simple Mills, a bakery and snacks firm, for $795 million in cash. Founded in 2012, Simple Mills is a provider of health-oriented crackers, biscuits, cakes, snacks bars and baking mixes with operation in Chicago(IL) and Mill Valley (CA). After the […]
USA: TreeHouse Foods completes acquisition of Harris Tea
TreeHouse Foods, a leading manufacturer and distributor of private-label foods and beverages, has announced it has completed its acquisition of Harris Tea for $205 million. The acquisition includes Harris Tea’s manufacturing facilities in Moorestown, New Jersey, and Marietta, Georgia, along with approximately 300 employees. Commenting on the deal, TreeHouse Foods chairman, CEO and president Steve Oakland […]
Australia: Woolworths seeks approval for Beak and Johnston acquisition
Woolworths, the Australian supermarket chain, has filed for clearance with New Zealand’s Commerce Commission to acquire Beak & Johnston subsidiaries Beak & Johnston NZ Pty Ltd (BJNZ), B&J City Kitchen Pty Ltd (BJCK) and Alors. Beak & Johnston is a manufacturer of chilled and frozen ready meals, soups and meat which are sold under brands such […]
Ireland: Mayfair acquires Pat the Baker, Irish Pride
Mayfair, a UK investment company, has acquired Irish bakery brands Pat the Baker and Irish Pride, according to a report in Just Food. The agreement was said to have been concluded through Ceres, Mayfai’sr holding company for its baked business, for an undisclosed fee. The two brands were previously owned by a company known as Azeda […]