16 September 2019
Europe’s Lantmännen and Yara to launch fossil-free food chain
Two European firms, Lantmännen and Yara, have agreed to launch a pilot project for the world’s first certified fossil-free food chain.
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13 September 2019
Kraft Heinz signs up to the European Chicken Commitment
Kraft Heinz Europe has signed up to the European Chicken Commitment as it proposes to establish a sustainable supply chain and responsible farm-to-market ingredient and material sourcing policies.
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13 September 2019
Fresh Direct acquires fruits wholesaler Islands West in Canada
Private equity firm HKW’s portfolio company Fresh Direct Produce has acquired fresh-cut vegetables wholesaler Islands West Manufacturing for an undisclosed sum.
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13 September 2019
Mars Food’s brand Uncle Ben’s partners with food platform Innit
Mars Food brand Uncle Ben’s is set to collaborate with connected food platform Innit to serve content such as ingredient lists, nutrition advice and informational cooking videos through Google Lens.
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12 September 2019
Swander Pace Capital acquires baked goods producer Café Valley
Private equity firm Swander Pace Capital has acquired sweet baked goods manufacturer Café Valley, marking its newest addition to its growing baked goods portfolio.
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12 September 2019
Conagra to divest DSD snacks business to Utz Quality Foods
US-based packaged foods company Conagra Brands (CAG) has signed an agreement to sell its Direct Store Delivery (DSD) snacks business to Utz Quality Foods.
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12 September 2019
FSANZ approves SweeGen’s Bestevia Reb D Stevia Leaf Sweetener
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ) has approved SweeGen’s Bestevia Reb D Stevia Leaf Sweetener for use as a food additive.
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11 September 2019
Mediterranean yogurt brand Nounós Creamery raises funding
Traditional Mediterranean yogurt brand Nounós Creamery has raised an undisclosed amount of funding to accelerate its growth.
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11 September 2019
Advent agrees to acquire majority stake in India’s DFM Foods
Global private equity investment firm Advent International has signed a definitive agreement to acquire up to 68% in Indian packaged snack food manufacturer and distributor DFM Foods.
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11 September 2019
AAK acquires 80% stake in Soya International
Vegetable oils and fats producer AAK has expanded its ingredient portfolio with the acquisition of an 80% stake in Soya International (Europe).