16 December 2013
Bee International recalls Sweet Spots candy over undeclared allergen
California-based Bee International is recalling its Sweet Spots candy from the market, as it may contain undeclared egg protein.
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16 December 2013
Cargill to expand chocolate plant in Belgium
Cargill, an American agricultural and industrial conglomerate, is to invest $48m in expanding the capacity of its chocolate production plant in Mouscron, Belgium.
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16 December 2013
Glanbia to build new UHT facility in Monaghan, Ireland
Irish dairy food manufacturer Glanbia plans to open a new UHT (Ultra-Heat-Treated) facility in Monaghan, Ireland, by early 2014.
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15 December 2013
McCall Farms to expand vegetable canning operations in South Carolina
US-based canned and frozen vegetables producer McCall Farms is set to add a new Bruce's Yams canning line at its production facility in Florence County, South Carolina, with an investment...
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12 December 2013
Fonterra to strengthen milk processing capacity in New Zealand
New Zealand-based multinational dairy co-operative Fonterra is set to strengthen its milk processing capacity in the country with a new milk powder plant at its Pahiatua site in the Manawatu.
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12 December 2013
Frutarom announces takeover of flavour firm Hagelin
Frutarom has announced the takeover of US flavour company Hagelin in a $52.4m deal, as it continues to implement its rapid growth strategy.
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11 December 2013
Chefs’ Warehouse acquires Chicago-based meat processor and distributor
Chefs' Warehouse has purchased the assets of meat processor and distributor Allen Brothers and its subsidiaries, in a deal worth approximately $29.9m.
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11 December 2013
Creekstone Farms to expand beef processing capacity in Arkansas
Creekstone Farms Premium Beef is set to expand its capacity in Arkansas,with plans to create around 300 new jobs over the next five years.
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10 December 2013
Cloetta to acquire dry roasted nuts maker Nutisal
Swedish confectioner Cloetta has signed a deal to take over dry roasted nuts producer Alrifai Nutisal to broaden its product portfolio within Munchy Moments.
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10 December 2013
WhiteWave Foods signs deal to buy organic food firm Earthbound Farm
US-based WhiteWave Foods has signed an agreement to takeover Earthbound Farm, an organic food brand, from its shareholders, led by private equity firm Kainos Capital, and founders Drew & Myra...