USA: FreshBrew acquires licensed coffee portfolio
FreshBrew, one of the largest private-label coffee and tea producers in the US, has acquired the Branded Coffee licensed division of New York-based White Coffee Corporation. The strategic acquisition, described by the companies as one of the largest transactions in the industry this year, transfers ownership of the nation’s largest portfolio of licensed bagged coffee […]
USA: Prosperity Organic Foods acquires Miyoko’s Creamery
Prosperity Organic Foods, the private firm behind the vegan butter brand Melt Organic, has announced the acquisition of dairy-alternative producer Miyoko’s Creamery. Founded in 2014 by Miyoko Schinner, Miyoko’s Creamery produces a range of artisan vegan cheeses, butters and cream products. Commenting on the move, Prosperity Organic Foods CEO Scott Fischer said: “We are excited […]
Canada: Trubar to be acquired by ETI Gıda
Canadian plant-based snack company TruBar has announced that it has entered into an agreement to be acquired by ETI Gida, a leading Turkish consumer packaged goods business, for C$201 million ($142 million). Trubar is described as a snacking company offering a range of plant-based protein snacks made with natural, clean-label ingredients, distributed through national retailers, […]
USA: Horizon Family Brands acquires Maple Hill Creamery
Horizon Family Brands, a leading US provider of better-for-you food and beverages, has acquired Maple Hill Creamery, America’s original 100% grass-fed organic dairy company. Maple Hill, founded in 2009 and known for milk, yogurt, kefir and butter sourced exclusively from small family farms under regenerative agriculture standards, will now operate under Horizon’s broader platform. The […]
USA: Essity to acquire Edgewell feminine care business
Swedish hygiene and health firm Essity has entered into an agreement to acquire toiletries giant Edgewell’s feminine care business for $340 million. Through an asset agreement, Essity will take ownership of Edgewell’s feminine care business, which includes liners, pads and tampons. The transaction covers the Carefree, Stayfree and o.b. brands in the USA, Canada, and […]
USA: McCain to acquire Penobscot McCrum
McCain, the leading frozen potato firm, has entered into an agreement to acquire Penobscot McCrum LLC (McCrum), one of North America’s premier suppliers of frozen potato specialty products. As a result of the acquisition, McCrum’s Maine processing facility will operate independently and agree a potato supply arrangement with McCain, and about 130 employees at the […]
Canada: Danone invests in Boucherville plant
Danone, the global dairy firm, has announced a major investment in its Boucherville plant in Canada to increase the company’s production capacity and strengthen its brands such as Oikos, Activia and Danone. The investment will support growth through a 40% uplift in yoghurt tub production and a 20% increase in the intake and processing of […]
USA: Mantiqueira buys Hickman’s Egg Ranch
Mantiqueira USA, the US egg supplier co-owned by meat giant JBS, has entered a binding agreement to acquire Hickman’s Egg Ranch, a leading egg producer based in the Mountain and West Coast regions. Founded in 1944, Hickman’s Egg Ranch is recognised as the largest egg producer in the US Southwest. Mantiqueira USA operates as a […]
USA: PepsiCo to close Florida Frito-Lay factory
PepsiCo, the US-based food and drink business, has announced plans to close its Frito-Lay plant and onsite warehouse operations in Orlando (FL). “PepsiCo Foods US announced the shutdown of manufacturing and warehouse operations at our Orlando plant. This action was driven by business needs, and we are committed to treating every impacted employee with care—providing […]
USA: Ne-Mo’s Bakery acquired by Cotton Creek Capital
Cotton Creek Capital, a private equity firm, has acquired Ne-Mo’s Bakery, a San Diego producer of sweet baked goods, with the intention of supporting the company’s expansion and boosting manufacturing and innovation capabilities. Founded in 1975, Ne-Mo’s Bakery is a leading producer of sweet baked goods, offering cakes, cookies, cinnamon rolls, and a range of […]