Latest geospatial assessment from FAO and UNOSAT highlights devastating impact of conflict on agrifood systems infrastructure The ceasefire is the first step in delivering emergency relief and rebuilding local food production in the Gaza Strip, where more than 2 million people urgently need assistance due to the collapse of agricultural[Read More…]
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General Mills completes sale of Canadian yoghurt business
The company continues to expect the sale of its U.S. Yogurt business to Lactalis will close in calendar 2025 General Mills announced it has completed the sale of its Canadian Yoghurt business to Sodiaal. The divesture includes the Canadian operations of several yoghurt brands including Yoplait and Liberté, as well[Read More…]
JBS and partners donate 3Mn tags to improve livestock traceability in Brazil
These initiatives aim to scale up a groundbreaking project led by the State of Pará with the potential to revolutionize livestock management in Brazil JBS, in partnership with key stakeholders, has announced the donation of 3 million livestock tags to enhance cattle traceability in Pará, Brazil. Additionally, the company launched a program[Read More…]
World Whiskey Society introduces limited edition bourbon Whiskey
This limited-edition bourbon expands the Doc Holliday portfolio, which includes 7, 8, 10, 11 and 15-year-old expressions World Whiskey Society (WWS), renowned for its ultra-premium portfolio of rare whiskey expressions, announced the launch of its latest release: Doc Holliday Bottled in Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This limited-edition Bourbon expands the Doc[Read More…]
Hershey announces appointments of Presidents of Confection and Salty Divisions
Andrew Archambault named President of U.S. Confection Veronica Villasenor named President of Salty Snacks The Hershey Company announced two leadership appointments. Andrew Archambault has been named President, of U.S. Confection, and Veronica Villasenor has been named President, of Salty Snacks. Both appointments are effective February 3, 2025. Archambault, who joins Hershey from Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), and Villasenor,[Read More…]
Firehouse Subs expands to Brazil
The expansion into Brazil is part of a joint venture supported by parent company Restaurant Brands International The Firehouse Subs brand announces its entry to Brazil building on its international expansion. The brand plans to open more than 500 restaurants in 10 years across the country. The first restaurant is expected to launch in[Read More…]
Flowers Foods to acquire Simple Mills
Flowers has a strong track record of fostering growth in its acquired companies while stewarding and protecting their brand promise Flowers Foods announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Simple Mills for $795 million in cash. The addition of Simple Mills expands Flowers’ exposure to better-for-you and attractive[Read More…]
NESCAFÉ introduces Espresso Concentrate
NESCAFÉ Espresso Concentrate easily dissolves in water or milk, delivering a simple way for coffee lovers to make a premium café-style NESCAFÉ, the world’s largest coffee producer, is expanding its U.S. portfolio with its first-ever liquid concentrate line and newest innovation: NESCAFÉ Espresso Concentrate. Answering the growing demand for customisable and convenient at-home coffee, NESCAFÉ Espresso Concentrate easily[Read More…]
Twisted Alchemy expands with four fresh products
Elevating craft cocktails and culinary creations with cold-pressed juice innovation Chicago-based Twisted Alchemy, a cold-pressed juice company founded by serial food & beverage entrepreneurs Kim and Scott Holstein announced the launch of four of its innovative products in Whole Foods Market nationally in select stores across the Midwest and Southwest. Known[Read More…]
M&S Food launches health and wellness ranges
The new ranges are available in M&S Foodhalls and on Ocado M&S Food has launched its two new health and wellness ranges, Brain Food and YAY! Mushrooms. The new ATL brings to life the nutrient-rich and trend-led foods and positions M&S Food as the destination for customers looking to support[Read More…]
