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Umios to Acquire High Liner Foods

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:47:00 -0400

Umios says the acquisition will allow it to build a consumer-driven value cycle in North America, connecting its marine resources with High Liner Foods' processing, brands and distribution network.

Canadian Government to Invest $50M in Canadian Food Innovation Network

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

This funding will enable the CFIN to expand its services, helping more food and beverage processors adopt and implement automation, artificial intelligence, digital manufacturing and other advanced technologies.

Sauer Brands Repositions as Duke’s Mayo Company

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:49:00 -0400

The company says its new name underscores its strategic focus on the condiments category, led by Duke’s Mayonnaise, and the accelerating growth of its portfolio.

Leprino Nutrition Completes $35M Expansion of Texas Whey Protein Facility

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:21:00 -0400

The additional capacity is incremental to Leprino Nutrition’s sweet whey operation and will focus on the consolidation of externally sourced whey solids.

Panzani Group and Cerealis to Merge

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:41:00 -0400

The proposed group would bring together two European businesses with complementary geographical footprints, product portfolios and industrial expertise.

Pilgrim’s Pride to Review JBS Proposal to Acquire Remaining Shares

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:10:00 -0400

JBS, which acquired a majority stake of Pilgrim's Pride in 2009, currently holds 82% of its common stock.

Rich Products Redesigns Customer Innovation Center

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:13:00 -0400

With a $3.2 million investment, Rich’s transformed an underutilized space into a modern, digitally powered destination designed to create greater value for customers.

Hormel Foods to Acquire Brakebush Brothers

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:48:00 -0400

Hormel Foods says the acquisition advances its strategy of investing in growing protein categories and is expected to strengthen its foodservice platform.

Cargill to Invest $130M in Asia Poultry Operations

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:16:00 -0400

The investment encompasses capacity and efficiency enhancements across Cargill’s entire poultry network in Thailand and the Philippines and will help strengthen supply chain resilience, enhance food safety, quality and innovation.

Maple Leaf Foods to Consolidate Plant Protein Production

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:13:00 -0400

The company says consolidating production at its facility in Indianapolis, Indiana will create a more efficient manufacturing network, improve capacity utilization, reduce operational complexity and establish a focused Centre of Excellence.

SunOpta Adds Fourth Line to Texas Production Facility

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:34:00 -0400

The expansion represents an investment of $35 million and is expected to increase network capacity by 10%.

Anheuser-Buch to Invest $44M in California, Colorado Breweries

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:10:00 -0400

The company says these investments will help Anheuser-Busch increase production of Michelob ULTRA and Cutwater and expand local manufacturing skills training.

Nestlé Canada Invests $50M in Toronto Confectionery Factory

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:41:00 -0400

The investment adds new physical production space, advanced manufacturing equipment and expanded site utilities.

Hain Celestial to Sell International Business to Private Equity Firm for $323M

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:39:00 -0400

The company says net proceeds are expected to range between $305 million and $310 million, and upon closing of the transaction, the proceeds would be used to reduce the company’s debt.

Chobani to Invest $1.2B in Pennsylvania Manufacturing Campus

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:25:00 -0400

As part of an expanded partnership with Keurig Dr Pepper, Chobani will acquire its manufacturing facility and warehouse in Allentown, Pennsylvania, including its equipment and related infrastructure.

California Natural Colors Breaks Ground on Facility Expansion

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:36:00 -0400

The company says the additions will help meet the growing need for natural color solutions as more major brands and retailers transition away from synthetic food dyes.

Sweetmore Bakeries Acquires Fantasy Baking Co.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:01:00 -0400

The acquisition marks Sweetmore's sixth facility and its first on the West Coast, extending its manufacturing footprint across the U.S.

Pilgrim’s Europe to Acquire Walkers Deli & Sausage from Samworth Brothers

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:43:00 -0400

Walkers is a producer of premium pork products, with a heritage dating back to 1824. The business operates from four production facilities on a single site in Leicester, UK and employs approximately 1,150 team members.

Anheuser-Busch Invests $13M in New York Brewery

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:26:00 -0400

The investment will help Anheuser-Busch meet growing consumer demand for Michelob ULTRA and Cutwater, two fast-growing brands, and expand local manufacturing skills training.

Revolution Foods Acquires Ardella’s

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:56:00 -0400

The acquisition will allow Revolution Foods to add innovative offerings to the more than 35 million meals served in school cafeterias, senior nutrition programs and on retail shelves each year.

Roskam Foods to Close California Plant as Part of Cereal Production Consolidation

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:36:00 -0400

The closure will impact 115 employees, according to WARN Act information from California’s Economic Development Department.

Ferrero to Acquire Purely Elizabeth

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:26:00 -0400

Ferrero’s acquisition of the better-for-you granola and cereal brand would follow its 2025 acquisition of WK Kellogg Co.

Tyson Foods to Close Two Beef Facilities

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:40:00 -0400

Tyson will anchor its beef business around three facilities in Nebraska, Kansas and Texas.

Bongards Creameries Plans $135M Expansion to Minnesota Plant

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:04:00 -0400

Construction is scheduled to begin during the fourth quarter of 2026, with commercial operations expected to commence by early 2028.

WK Kellogg Co to Eliminate Artificial Colors, BHT from Cereal Portfolio

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:06:00 -0400

The company says it will switch to colors derived from natural sources, including fruit and vegetable juices, as well as other plant-based ingredients.

Sargento to Acquire La Terra Fina

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:38:00 -0400

La Terra Fina has been a private affiliate of the Catamount Management Corporation since 2015. The sale is targeted to be finalized in late September.

The Coca-Cola Company Says Majority of Fairlife Operations Resume After Cyberattack

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:19:00 -0400

The Coca-Cola Company says retail availability of fairlife products has been largely unimpacted, due to the availability of existing inventory.

Mars to Move U.S. HQ to Chicago

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:25:00 -0400

Mars' New Jersey hub previously handled corporate functions like sales and marketing for its snacking division.

Milo’s Tea Company Opens Refrigerated Distribution Center in Alabama

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:30:00 -0400

Since 2020, Milo's has more than tripled its production capacity and added more than 500 new employees.

U.S. Fairlife Operations Halted by Cyberattack

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:03:00 -0400

The Coca-Cola Company says its investigation and assessment of the impact of the incident is ongoing, with the assistance of outside advisors and cybersecurity experts.