USA: Conagra Brands to invest $125 million in supply chain
Conagra Brands, the US food manufacturer plans to invest an incremental $125 million in fiscal 2027 to strengthen its supply chain and lower costs by moving more production in-house. According to President and ceo John Brase, the spending will contribute to goals of improving supply chain resiliency, maintaining high service levels, and reducing inventory and […]
USA: PMI opens $1.2 billion Colorado manufacturing campus
Philip Morris International (PMI), the international tobacco and nicotine company has officially opened its $1.2 billion manufacturing campus in Aurora, Colorado. The 780,000-square-foot facility, located on a 148-acre site, represents PMI U.S. first greenfield manufacturing complex in the United States and began full commercial production in July 2026. Designed to expand domestic production capacity for […]
Netherlands: Heineken to acquire RainForest Water
Heineken, the international brewing group has signed an agreement to acquire RainForest Water, the Costa Rican premium brand of artesian water through its local subsidiary Distributor to Florida. RainForest Water captures and bottles artesian water directly at the source in the Sarapiquí region of Costa Rica using exclusively recyclable and reusable aluminium bottles to eliminate […]
USA: Vita Coco to acquire Copra for an estimated $175 million
The Vita Coco Company, the US-based beverage manufacturer has acquired US-based super-premium coconut water producer Copra for an upfront consideration of $175 million subject to customary closing adjustments. The acquisition gives Vita Coco a platform to enter the super-premium cold-chain segment of the coconut water category where it does not currently compete. Copra, which utilizes […]
USA: Intersnack to take Utz Brands private in $2.9 billion deal
Intersnack Group, the German savoury snacks manufacturer has agreed to acquire Utz Brands, the US salty snacks producer in a transaction valuing the business at approximately $2.9 billion. Under the definitive agreement Intersnack will purchase all outstanding shares of Utz’s Class A common stock for $14.25 per share in cash representing a premium of approximately […]
USA: Pacific Seafood and Ocean Beauty Seafoods merge distribution businesses
Pacific Seafood, the US seafood provider, and Ocean Beauty Seafoods, have merged their distribution businesses to leverage the growing demand for high-quality seafood products. The transaction, which closed effective 13th July 2026, includes Ocean Beauty’s distribution operations in Astoria and Portland, Oregon; Boise, Idaho; Dallas, Texas; Helena, Montana; and Renton, Washington. However Ocean Beauty’s Salt […]
Canada: Lactalis Canada to acquire Agropur’s fine cheese business
Lactalis Canada, the Canadian dairy leader, has reached a definitive agreement with Agropur to acquire the assets of its fine cheese division. Under the terms of the agreement, Lactalis Canada will acquire Agropur’s fine cheese import activities, two production facilities in Oka and Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec, and renowned brands including OKA, Monsieur Gustav and L’Extra. The […]
USA: Poulter Family Wines completes acquisition of Constellation Brands assets
Poulter Family Wines, the family-owned New Zealand wine and beverage business, has completed its acquisition of a selection of wine brands and assets from Constellation Brands. According to the company, the transaction returns the Selaks brand alongside seven other brands to local ownership. The deal also incorporates a 10,000-tonne winery and vineyards in Hawke’s Bay. […]
USA: Horse Soldier Bourbon opens Kentucky distillery
Horse Soldier Bourbon, the US spirits brand backed by Californian wine and spirits company Gallo, has opened its new $200 million American Freedom Distillery in Somerset (KY). Named Horse Soldier Farms, the 240-acre site near Lake Cumberland officially opened on the 4th July. The development includes the 50,000 sq ft American Freedom Distillery, The Outpost retail store, […]
USA: Trek One Capital acquires No Cow and Good Karma Foods
Trek One Capital, the US investment firm, has completed the acquisition of No Cow, a US manufacturer of plant-based protein bars, and Good Karma Foods, a US producer of flax-based non-dairy milk. According to Trek One Capital, No Cow offers low-sugar, dairy-free protein bars, whilst Good Karma Foods produces nutrient-rich flaxmilk. Both brands distribute their […]