USA: JBS discontinues Planterra Foods
Global meat firm JBS has decided to discontinue its US plant-based foods unit Planterra Foods, according to a FoodBev report. The firm will reportedly now focus its efforts in plant-based foods Brazil and Europe, where its customer base and market share are said to be growing. Nikki Richardson, head of corporate communications at JBS USA, […]
USA: Kroger and Albertsons announce merger
US retail chains Kroger and Albertsons, currently ranked No. 1 and No. 2 largest supermarket retailers in the country, have announced that the companies are to merge. According to a Kroger press release, the merger will expand customer reach and improve proximity to fresh and affordable food to around 85 million households. Under the terms […]
USA: Primo Water acquires Crystal Spring Water Company
Florida-based Primo Water Corporation has announced the acquisition of all the assets of fellow bottled water producer Crystal Spring Water Company, which is based in Rhode Island. According to Primo Water Corporation, the purchase will allow it to increase its distribution in both Rhode Island and South-eastern Massachusetts, where Crystal Spring Water Company’s products are already present. Tom […]
USA: Constellation Brands divests a portion of its wine brands
Constellation Brands, the leading international beer, wine and spirits firm, has announced that it is divesting part of its mainstream premium wine brands to The Wine Group. According to a company press release, the decision to sell most of its popular and mainstream premium wine portfolio to The Wine Group, including the brands Cooper & […]
USA: Hilmar Cheese breaks ground on new facility
US based Hilmar Cheese has recently announced that it has broken ground on its new cheese and whey production facility in Dodge City, KS. According to a company press release, the new facility will be delivered through an investment of $600 million. Founded in 1984, Hilmar Cheese is claimed to be one of the world’s […]
USA: PepsiCo introduces Pepsi S’mores Collection
FMCG giant PepsiCo has launched a limited-edition range of S’mores inspired flavours for its Pepsi cola line in the US. Released on the last day of summer, the Pepsi S’mores Collection is available in the varieties Toasty Marshmallow, Graham Cracker and Chocolate. The Toasty Marshmallow variant is said to have a marshmallow base with toasted notes to […]
USA: Diageo opens new distillery for Aviation American Gin
Diageo’s Aviation American Gin subsidiary has announced the opening of a new Aviation American Gin Distillery and Visitor Center in Portland, USA. According to a company press release, the 3,000 sq m facility features a tasting room, draft cocktail bar, and a gift shop. Ryan Reynolds, Aviation American Gin co-owner said: “About three years ago, we […]
USA: House Foods Holding to acquire Keystone Natural Holdings
House Foods Holding USA, a subsidiary of Japan-based House Foods Group, has announced the acquisition of US based Keystone Natural Holdings, described as a leading manufacturer of tofu and plant-based foods in North America. In a statement, Keystone Natural Holdings, whose brands include Nature’s Soy brand, will help House Foods to boost its portfolio of plant-based products and […]
USA: AG Olives acquires Bell-Carter Foods
AG Olives (Aceitunas Guadalquivir), described as one of the world’s premier olive companies, has announced the purchase of US peer Bell-Carter Foods for an undisclosed sum. According to sources, the deal will enable Bell-Carter Foods to fund investment in its facility in Corning, California, including to expand warehouse space, install advanced olive cookers, and create […]
USA: Kellogg’s introduces Insta-bowls Cereal
Food giant Kellogg has announced the launch of Kellogg’s Insta-bowls, a cereal presented in bowls that can be prepared simply by adding water. Described as ‘delicious milk and cereal in a splash’, the cereal is claimed to contain real milk and is ready after adding cold water and stirring. The product was designed with the […]