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Aromatic raw materials, flavours and aromatic ingredients manufacturer Nactis Flavours has acquired the aromatic raw materials portfolio from PCAS Group.
US-based food company ConAgra Foods intends to use 100% cage-free eggs in its US products by 2025.
Jerky snacks maker Oberto Brands is planning to expand its production facility in Kent, Washington, in a bid to achieve better operating efficiency.
Israel-based Frutarom Industries, a global flavours and natural speciality fine ingredients company, has acquired the complete shares of US-based Grow Company for $20m.
Ornua has acquired Chinese dairy manufacturer Ambrosia Dairy, a move that will enhance the former's access to the high-end retail market and the fast growing food service industry in China.
Israel-based agriculture solution provider Hinoman has developed a complete water management solution for its vegetable protein cultivation system.
Diamond Foods has acquired a 26% stake in ready-to-eat popcorn maker Metcalfe's skinny in a bid to provide its consumers with healthy alternatives.
Olam International has purchased Amber Foods, which through its Quintessential Foods Nigeria unit owns the wheat milling and pasta manufacturing assets of the BUA Group in Nigeria, for $275m.
US-based General Mills is reportedly suing Greek yogurt maker Chobani for falsely comparing its Yoplait Greek 100 to bug spray.
The European Commission has approved ingredients manufacturer BENEO's chicory root fibre inulin for use in food and drink applications for better digestive health.
