Privately-owned US dairy group HP Hood has bought California’s Crystal Cream & Butter Co. for an undisclosed sum.

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Hood said the acquisition would help it build on what is already a “substantial” business in California and neighbouring states.


“Our primary emphasis will be to support and build upon the business segments with the most potential for growth and opportunity,” a Hood spokesperson told just-food.


Hood, founded over 160 years ago and based in Massachusetts, owns a range of branded milk, cheese, yoghurt and ice cream.

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