Canada: Kraft Heinz launches upscale salad dressing brand
Multinational FMCG firm Kraft Heinz has announced the launch of “premium” shelf-stable, premium dressings and marinades brand Pure J.L. Kraft exclusively for the Canadian market. Described as being free from artificial preservatives, flavours and colours, the brand will comprise 12 products, including blends such as Pomegranate Zaatar, Honey & Shallots, Miso Lime Ginger, Moroccan Lemon, […]
Tradeshow Insight: London Wine Fair 2024
Serving as a focal point for the wine industry in the UK, London Wine Fair (LWF) returned for its latest outing this spring, welcoming just over 400 exhibitors to the Kensington Olympia showgrounds in London for three days of learning, networking and deal-making. Focusing heavily on visitor “quality” as a key metric, show organisers reported […]
USA: Campbell Soup closes plant, plans supply chain investments
US based food and beverage manufacturer Campbell Soup Company has announced an “optimisation plan to fuel growth” that includes the closure of a manufacturing plant in Oregon and supply chain investments elsewhere. In a press release, the company said the plan would enable improved return on capital, enhanced effectiveness and efficiency of both its manufacturing […]
Italy: Sabelli acquires Stella Bianca cheese brand from Mila
Sabelli, a leading Italian manufacturer of fresh cheeses based in the Marche region, has announced a binding agreement to acquire local cheesemaker Stella Bianca from the Latte Montagna Alto Adige (Mila) dairy cooperative. Founded in 1978, Stella Bianca has an annual turnover of €51 million ($55 million) and a 185-strong workforce. It produces a range […]
USA: CVS Health launches Well Market “wellness” oriented brand
CVS Pharmacy, the retail division of the health solutions company CVS Health, has announced the launch of Well Market, a private label brand of snacks, beverages, and other groceries focused on “wellness”. The line includes a selection of nutrition options which claims to cater to different consumer dietary needs, from gluten-free to vegan and keto. […]
USA: Weaver Popcorn to invest $22 million to upgrade Indiana plant
Weaver Popcorn, a leading US popcorn producer, has announced an investment of $22 million to upgrade its manufacturing plant in Van Buren (IN). Founded in 1928, Weaver Holdings is described as the leading independent popcorn producer in the United States, offering popping corn, microwave popcorn, and ready-to-eat popcorn under the Pop Weaver brand. The investment […]
France: Essity invests in R&D centre
Swedish hygiene and health firm Essity has announced that it is investing in a new research and development centre in France’s Alsace region. In a press release, the company said the state-of-the-art centre will focus on tissue products in order to meet evolving demand of branded tissue in both the Consumer and Professional Hygiene markets. […]
South Africa: Melitta acquires majority stake in Caturra roastery
Melitta, the German coffee and coffee accessories has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Caturra, a roastery located in the South African city of Cape Town. According to Melitta, Caturra has around 25 employees and has been operating for 30 years, roasting and distributing coffee and serving the South African market in both […]
Singapore: Good Meat launches “world first” cell-based chicken
Good Meat, a US-based cultivated meat company, has announced what it claims is the world’s first launch of cell-based chicken in collaboration with Singapore’s Huber’s Butchery. The new product, called Good Meat 3, is described as a low-cost chicken mince formulation with 3% cultivated chicken, and is promoted as having the same taste, texture and […]
USA: Herr Foods to invest $31 million in in Southeast Ohio
Herr Foods, a US based snack manufacturer, has announced an investment of $31 million to add a new manufacturing plant in Jackson and upgrade a facility in Chillicothe (OH). Founded in 1946, Herr Foods has a portfolio of more than 340 snack products, including crisps, cheese curls, pretzels, and popcorn, with a workforce of 1,400. […]