JBS-backed Pilgrim’s to buy UK pork firm Walkers from Samworth
Pilgrim’s Europe has agreed to acquire UK firm Walkers Deli & Sausage Company from Samworth Brothers. The post JBS-backed Pilgrim’s to buy UK pork firm Walkers from Samworth…
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Lidl Romania Introduces Mystery Bags To Tackle Waste
In a bid to cut food waste, Lidl Romania is selling mystery bags of discounted fruit and vegetables for just RON 5 (€1).
Where SNAP participation has fallen the most
All but one state saw a year-over-year drop in the number of people enrolled in the food assistance program in April.
WK Kellogg To Eliminate Artificial Colours From Cereals Early
WK Kellogg Co will remove all artificial colours and the preservative BHT from its cereal portfolio this year.
UK University Marks Centenary With 100% British Chocolate Bar
The University of Reading has created a chocolate bar made entirely from British Ingredients, which it claims is a first since 1932.
IDDBA names new CEO
Paul Ziemnisky will join IDDBA on Sept. 8, after five years as the group executive vice president Wellness, Innovation and Business Development at Dairy Management Inc. (DMI).
Ferrero makes new acquisition in the cereal market
The Ferrero Group is strengthening its position in the U.S. breakfast market with the acquisition of Purely Elizabeth, a brand known for its granola, oatmeal, and breakfast…
Kraft Heinz focuses innovation to address ‘unmet’ consumer diet needs
Lactose-free Philadelphia cream cheese and clean-label Heinz ketchup could attract consumers previously unable to engage with the food giant’s portfolio.
Wells Enterprises parent company acquires Purely Elizabeth
Following closing, Ferrero intends to support Purely Elizabeth's next phase of growth through continued product innovation, operational capabilities and expanded distribution…
Russian firm ‘asks Kremlin to place Nestlé units in temporary management’
A Russian logistics business has reportedly asked the country’s government to put five Nestlé subsidiaries under the temporary administration of the state. The post Russian firm…
Lactalis acquires Saputo's UK Dairy Division
Saputo to receive 988 euros in the transaction, expected to close in Q1 2027.
Synlait denies takeover talks with A2 Milk, Fonterra
New Zealand dairy and infant-formula business Synlait Milk has denied it is in takeover talks with The A2 Milk Company and Fonterra. The post Synlait denies takeover talks with A2…