USA: McCain to acquire Penobscot McCrum
McCain, the leading frozen potato firm, has entered into an agreement to acquire Penobscot McCrum LLC (McCrum), one of North America’s premier suppliers of frozen potato specialty products. As a result of the acquisition, McCrum’s Maine processing facility will operate independently and agree a potato supply arrangement with McCain, and about 130 employees at the […]
Belgium: Mars to close Olen factory
The Belgian division of global food retailer Mars has announced plans to close its Olen factory, affecting the jobs of around 80 employees. The plant, which produces Ben’s Original rice, is expected to shut by the end of 2026. According to Mars, economic pressures – including sharply declining production volumes and rapidly rising costs – […]
Canada: Danone invests in Boucherville plant
Danone, the global dairy firm, has announced a major investment in its Boucherville plant in Canada to increase the company’s production capacity and strengthen its brands such as Oikos, Activia and Danone. The investment will support growth through a 40% uplift in yoghurt tub production and a 20% increase in the intake and processing of […]
USA: Mantiqueira buys Hickman’s Egg Ranch
Mantiqueira USA, the US egg supplier co-owned by meat giant JBS, has entered a binding agreement to acquire Hickman’s Egg Ranch, a leading egg producer based in the Mountain and West Coast regions. Founded in 1944, Hickman’s Egg Ranch is recognised as the largest egg producer in the US Southwest. Mantiqueira USA operates as a […]
USA: PepsiCo to close Florida Frito-Lay factory
PepsiCo, the US-based food and drink business, has announced plans to close its Frito-Lay plant and onsite warehouse operations in Orlando (FL). “PepsiCo Foods US announced the shutdown of manufacturing and warehouse operations at our Orlando plant. This action was driven by business needs, and we are committed to treating every impacted employee with care—providing […]
Italy: BF sells majority stake in couscous division Bia
Italian agribusiness group BF has entered into an agreement to sell a majority stake in its couscous subsidiary Bia to investment funds PM&Partners and Armonia. Acquired in 2022, Bia specialises in private-label couscous for Italy, France, and Spain, offering gluten-free and organic varieties from three sites in Argenta, Ferrara. Other brands in the BF portfolio […]
UK: Snellman Group acquires Benyfit Natural brand
Snellman Group, a Nordic pet food producer, has announced its acquisition of the British raw pet food brand Benyfit Natural from the Real Pet Food Company. Founded in 2014, Benyfit Natural is a producer of raw dog food, created and manufactured in-house at its East Sussex facility. Its range is available through independent and specialist […]
UK: Made Uncommon acquires chocolate brands Love Cocoa and H!p
Made Uncommon, the parent company behind Coco Chocolatier, Up-Up and Otherly Oatm*lk and Seed & Bean, has announced the acquisition of Love Cocoa and H!p for an undisclosed amount. Love Cocoa is described as offering a range of ethically sourced, responsibly crafted chocolate bars, including premium milk and dark varieties, alongside elegant truffles. H!P is […]
USA: Ne-Mo’s Bakery acquired by Cotton Creek Capital
Cotton Creek Capital, a private equity firm, has acquired Ne-Mo’s Bakery, a San Diego producer of sweet baked goods, with the intention of supporting the company’s expansion and boosting manufacturing and innovation capabilities. Founded in 1975, Ne-Mo’s Bakery is a leading producer of sweet baked goods, offering cakes, cookies, cinnamon rolls, and a range of […]
USA: Hormel Foods spins off Justin’s nut butter brand
Global branded food company Hormel Foods has announced plans to separate its Justin’s nut butter and chocolate snack brand through a strategic partnership with Forward Consumer Partners, a private investment firm. As part of the agreement, Forward Consumer Partners will acquire a 51% stake in the business, while Hormel will retain a 49% interest, allowing Justin’s […]