USA: Weaver Popcorn to invest $22 million to upgrade Indiana plant
Weaver Popcorn, a leading US popcorn producer, has announced an investment of $22 million to upgrade its manufacturing plant in Van Buren (IN). Founded in 1928, Weaver Holdings is described as the leading independent popcorn producer in the United States, offering popping corn, microwave popcorn, and ready-to-eat popcorn under the Pop Weaver brand. The investment […]
USA: AUA Private Equity Partners acquires Weaver Holdings
AUA Private Equity Partners, a private equity fund, has announced the acquisition of Weaver Holdings, a leading popcorn producer, for an undisclosed sum. Founded in 1928 and headquartered in Indiana, Weaver Holdings is described as the leading independent popcorn producer in the United States, offering popping corn, microwave popcorn, and ready-to-eat popcorn under the Pop […]
USA: Hershey to acquire two facilities from Weaver Popcorn
US confectionery firm Hershey has announced the acquisition of two manufacturing facilities from Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing, a leader in popcorn production. In a press release, Hershey said the deal includes Weaver Popcorn’s plants in Bethlehem (PA) and Whitestown (IN). Hershey and Weaver Popcorn are already co-manufacturers of the Hershey’s SkinnyPop brand and the acquisition will […]