Egypt: Edita agrees deal to acquire 49% of Tuama Jebur Abbas
Edita, described as a leader in the Egyptian snack food market, has agreed to acquire a 49% staked in Tuama Jabur Abbas, a fellow snack food firm based in Iraq, for a total of $8 million USD. The partnership will establish Edita Iraq and also see Edita acquire two production lines for cakes, as well as one […]
UK: The Nutriment Company acquires The Dog’s Butcher
The Nutriment Company (TNC), a Swedish natural pet food firm, has announced the acquisition of The Dog’s Butcher, a UK-based raw dog food brand, marking its first acquisition of 2025. Headquartered in Stockholm and owned by Nordic private equity firm Axcel, TNC supplies pet food, including raw diets, snacks, and supplements, through retail, online platforms […]
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: Safety Shot to acquire Yerbae Brands
Safety Shot, a wellness and dietary supplement company, has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Yerbae Brands, a plant-based energy drink firm. Founded in 2017, Yerbae Brands offers plant-based energy drinks based on yerba mate that are claimed to be zero calorie, zero sugar, non-GMO, vegan, kosher, keto-friendly, paleo-approved, gluten-free, and […]
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 […]
USA: Wellful acquires Ancient Nutrition
Wellful, a supplements and weight-management business and a Kainos Capital portfolio company, has announced the acquisition of supplements firm Ancient Nutrition from equity funds VMG Partners and Hillhouse Investment. Founded in 2016, Ancient Nutrition has a product portfolio that includes protein and gut health supplements, vitamins & multivitamins, herbs, mushrooms, and greens. It is described as […]
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 […]