Tradeshow Look Ahead: Angelika Bauer, EVO NXT 2026
Gama spoke to Angelika Bauer, Deputy Managing Director of Messe Dortmund, ahead of the latest edition of EVO NXT. What are your expectations for EVO NXT 2026? The concept of EVO NXT is driven by providing space for intensive exchange – for exhibiting companies and trade visitors alike. It is also built on the transfer […]
Tradeshow Look Ahead: Federico Bricolo, Vinitaly 2026
Gama spoke to Federico Bricolo, President of Veronafiere, ahead of the latest edition of Vinitaly. What are your main goals for the 58th Vinitaly, especially as regards international attendance and B2B involvement? Vinitaly is the only international event dedicated entirely to the Italian wine sector – a key strength of the Show in Verona, yet […]
USA: Agrolimen acquires fresh dog food brand Ollie
Agrolimen, the Spanish food and pet care group, has announced the acquisition of Ollie, a New York-based fresh, human-grade dog food brand. Although financial terms were not officially disclosed, sources familiar with the transaction suggested the deal values the brand at over $600 million. Founded in 2016, Ollie operates a direct-to-consumer subscription model, utilizing national […]
USA: Smithfield Foods to shutter Massachusetts plant
Smithfield Foods, the US-based pork and packaged meats giant, has confirmed it will close its dry sausage production facility in Springfield (MA) in August. The move is expected to impact approximately 190 employees, with layoffs scheduled to take place between April and September. According to the company, production from the Springfield site will be transferred to […]
Brazil: JBS to invest $150 million in Oman multi-protein hub
JBS, the Brazilian meat processing giant, has announced a $150 million investment to establish a major multi-protein production platform in Oman. Through a joint venture with Oman Food Capital (OFC), the agri-food investment arm of the Oman Investment Authority, JBS has acquired an 80% stake in a new holding company that consolidates two significant production […]
Germany: Fini acquires Tri d’Aix
Fini, the Spanish confectionery giant, has acquired Tri d’Aix, a German firm specialising in the sales and distribution of sweets, for an undisclosed sum. The transaction involves the acquisition of all business and assets of the Alsdorf-based company and follows more than 30 years of close collaboration between the two businesses. Founded in 1991, Tri […]
India: Marico acquires majority stake in Cosmix
Marico, the Indian consumer goods giant, has announced it is to acquire a 60% stake in Cosmix Wellness, a digital-first functional wellness brand. The deal, valued at 226 crore INR ($25 million), implies an equity valuation of approximately 375 crore INR ($41.5 million) for the Bengaluru-based firm. Founded in 2019 by Vibha Harish and Soorya […]
USA: Hain Celestial sells North American snacks business to Snackruptors
Hain Celestial, the US organic and natural products company, has agreed to sell its North American snacks business to Canadian manufacturer Snackruptors for $115 million. The transaction includes the divestment of major brands such as Garden Veggie Snacks, Terra and Garden of Eatin’. The deal is part of Hain Celestial’s broader strategy to simplify its […]
UK: AG Barr acquires Fentimans, Frobishers for £51 million
AG Barr, the Scottish soft drinks manufacturer best known for Irn-Bru, has significantly expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of two premium British drinks brands, Fentimans and Frobishers, in separate deals worth a combined £51 million ($70 million). The Cumbernauld-based group paid approximately £38 million ($52 million) for Fentimans, the Hexham-based maker of botanically brewed […]
USA: Marzetti acquires Japanese BBQ sauce brand Bachan’s
Marzetti (formerly Lancaster Colony) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Bachan’s, the fast-growing maker of Japanese barbecue sauce, for $400 million in cash. The transaction serves as a major expansion of Marzetti’s “better-for-you” condiment portfolio, bringing in a high-growth brand that generated approximately $87 million in net sales for the 12 months ended December […]