UK: Dale Farm invests in cheddar processing plant
Dale Farm, a Northern Ireland dairy cooperative, has announced an investment of £70 million ($87.5 million) to expand its cheddar processing facility in Tyrone. The expansion will involve installing a new high-speed automated cheese slicing line, expanding the warehouse footprint, and investing in the development of new patented products and processes, the company said. It […]
USA: Walmart launches private label brand BetterGoods
US retail giant Walmart has announced the launch of BetterGoods, a new brand that is claimed to mark the company’s largest private-brand food launch in 20 years. According to Walmart, the range features 300 products, including frozen, dairy, snacks, beverages, pasta, soups, coffee, chocolate and more. BetterGoods products will also fall within three “category pillars”, […]
Australia: Asahi Beverages acquires spirits maker Never Never
Japanese drinks giant Asahi has announced the acquisition of South Australian spirits maker Never Never through its alcoholic beverages division, Carlton & United Breweries (CUB). Founded in 2016, Never Never offers gins under brands such as Triple Juniper, Oyster Shell, and Grenache and has full-time headcount of around 15. Commenting on the deal, Asahi CEO […]
Belgium: General Mills acquires pet food maker Edgard & Cooper
US food giant General Mills has announced the acquisition of Edgard & Cooper, a Belgium-based company described as Europe’s leading independent premium pet food maker. “With this transaction, the company further advances its Accelerate strategy, including the prioritization of its core markets, global platforms and local gem brands to drive sustainable, profitable growth and top-tier […]
Belgium: Greenyard acquires Creme de la Creme
Greenyard, the leading Belgian fruit and vegetable processor, has announced the acquisition of Creme de la Creme, a plant-based ice cream and frozen dessert company. According to Greenyard, the acquisition aligns with its strategy to create a full range of healthy, plant-pure products through its Greenyard Frozen division. Founded in 1999, Creme de la Creme […]
India: Royal Canin opens pet food packing plant in Maharashtra
Mars affiliate company, Royal Canin, has announced the opening of India’s first and Asia’s second-largest packaging plant for pet food products in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, with an investment of R$100 crore ($13.5 million). The state-of-the-art packaging centre reportedly features an automatic packing machine and relevant utilities, facilitating the effective conversion of bulk goods into retail packs. […]
India: Nestle and Dr Reddy’s announce joint venture for nutraceutical brands
The Indian arm of consumer goods giant Nestle and Indian multinational pharmaceutical company Dr Reddy’s have formed a joint venture to offer new nutraceutical brands to consumers in India and other agreed territories. The joint venture will establish its headquarters in Hyderabad, and select brands will be licenced by both parties. Nestle Group will license […]
Italy: Latteria Soresina and Zanetti acquire Saviola
Italian dairy firms Latteria Soresina and Zanetti have announced the acquisition of 100% of the shares in Saviola, an Italian manufacturer of Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) cheeses including parmigiano reggiano and grana padano. With turnover in 2023 of €518 million ($555 million), Latteria Soresina is best known for producing milk, butter and Italian cheeses […]
UK: WJFG acquires Lottie Shaw’s
William Jackson Food Group (WJFG), a leading UK food supplier, has announced the acquisition of Lottie Shaw’s, a Yorkshire-based bakery business, via its subsidiary Jackson’s of Yorkshire. Founded in 2008, Lottie Shaw’s is described as a manufacturer of biscuits, parkin, confectionery, gingerbread, cakes, tarts, and vegan baked treats. Its product portfolio also includes drinks such […]
Saudi Arabia: Spinneys plans first store openings
Spinneys, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) based retail chain, has announced plans to open its first stores in Saudi Arabia as it seeks to expand its presence in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. Spinneys is an operator of premium grocery retail supermarkets under the Spinneys, Waitrose and Al Fair brands, and presently has stores […]