Germany: Tonnies closes Nohra site
Tonnies, the German meat firm, is closing its Weimarer Wurstwaren manufacturing site in Nohra, Thuringia, with the plant due to be shuttered on 28th February. According to an MDR report, Tonnies cited a slowdown in investment and price pressures in the meat industry as factors in the closure. MDR also reports that in recent times the site had […]
USA: Chobani launches non-dairy line
Chobani, the leading US greek yoghurt firm, has announced the launch of the company’s first plant-based product line under the name Chobani Non-Dairy. Claimed to be “packed” with probiotics and to contain 25% less sugar than other non-dairy brands, Chobani Non-Dary is described as a coconut-based blend with “only natural ingredients” and “real fruit” for a creamy […]
Germany: Arla sells plant to Vache Bleue
The German division of Danish dairy giant has announced it has sold its plant in Bad Worishofen to the Belgian cheesemaker Vache Bleue. Arla said it decided to take the step of seeling the plant as production and distribution of the speciality cheeses produced there were no longer in line with the strategic orientation of the stores it supplies […]
USA: Peet’s Coffee to take majority stake in Revive Kombucha
Peet’s Coffee, a US speciality coffee company, has announced it has acquired a majority stake in Revive Kombucha, a craft brewery based in Petaluma, California, for an undisclosed sum. Revive offers an array of naturally fermented, organic, GMO free, fair trade certified, and raw bottled kmobuchas, available in the varieties Ginger Lime, Original Cola, Hibiscus Refresher, Turmeric […]
USA: Life on Earth agrees deal for drinks firm Wild Poppy
Life on Earth, a US consumer goods firm offering “all-natural” drinks and snack products, has announced it has entered into a binding letter of intent to acquire 100% ownership interest in Wild Poppy, a maker of “fresh and clean” drinks across the USA. The Wild Poppy range comprises four varieties of fruit juice as well as a line […]
Denmark: Arla acquires Kraft branded cheese business in Middle East and North Africa
Arla, the Danish dairy giant, has announced the acquisition of Mondelez’s processed cheese business in the Middle East region, which is currently licensed under the Kraft brand. Arla said the deal was set to significantly strengthen its position in the Middle East and North Africa, giving access to new product categories, new markets and a state-of-the-art […]
Brazil: Coca-Cola introduces Leao tea capsules
Coca-Cola has announed the launch of tea capsules under its Leao and Matte Leao brands for the Brazilian market. The new tea capsules are said to be compatible with Nespresso coffee makers and are available in three versions: Matte Leao Original and the “premium” line Leao Senses, which comes in the flavours Blackberry, Blueberry & […]
USA: Altria buys 35% stake in e-cigarette firm Juul
Multinational tobacco firm Altria has announced it has paid $12.8 billion to acquire a 35% stake in e-cigarette company Juul. Announcing the purchase, Altria said the move would allow Juul the opportunity to reach adult smokers through prime retail shelf space, inserts in cigarette packs and an adult smoker database. It added that the service […]
Jelly turns toy with “slime” launch
The latest innovation insight from Gama Compass MANCHESTER – 21st December 2018: For this month’s Innovation Insight we explore the growing trend for experience-based product launches. Under the microscope is a new jelly product for children from KraftHeinz that offers added play value: Jell-O Play Edible Slime. Launched in the USA and initially available only through online […]
USA: Conagra Brands finds new buyer for Wesson oil
Conagra Brands has announced it has found a new buyer for its Wesson oil business, after a previous deal to sell the brand to JM Smucker fell through over anti-trust concerns. The US food manufacturer and owner of brands such as Gardein, Reddi Whip and Marie Callender’s, said it had reached a definitive agreement to […]