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UK-based American product supplier Innovative Bites has purchased Bonds of London in a multimillion pound deal, with an aim of becoming the nation’s leading confectionery supplier.
Mitsubishi has formed a joint venture (JV) with Singapore-based agri-business Olam International in order to deliver agricultural and food products to Japan.
Belgian food company Mars Food has introduced a new global healthy eating strategy in order to develop and promote healthier food choices.
Wind Point Partners has acquired private-label pork rind producer Evans Food Group and its subsidiaries in partnership with Jose Luis Prado.
US Foods has acquired data and restaurant menu analysis services provider Food Genius.
US food company Tyson Foods has proposed the construction of a new $136m processing facility close to its existing poultry plant in Green Forest, Arkansas.
Malaysian natural sweetener provider PureCircle is planning to invest in stevia leaf cultivation in India over the next five years.
US agrochemical company Monsanto has finalised its plans for a $975m expansion of its Luling manufacturing site in Texas.
US food company Mars Chocolate has completed the acquisition of the 485ha Hacienda La Chola farm in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
US-based private equity firm Wind Point Partners has purchased private label pork rind snack manufacturer Evans Food Group.
