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A new recipe: US food groups act on additives

Amid political and consumer scrutiny, US food manufacturers are facing the challenge of removing artificial dyes from products.

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Kraft Heinz hires ex-Kellanova chief as new CEO

Steve Cahillane is joining from Kellanova, now in the hands of Mars, while board chair Miguel Patricio is also stepping down.

Ben & Jerry’s changes board governance rules

Under the updated rules, directors on Ben & Jerry’s independent board will now be subject to a maximum term of nine years.

PepsiCo rejigs exec team to “accelerate growth”

The changes come as the US group looks to improve its performance after pressure from activist investor Elliott Investment Management.

Japan’s Nissui snaps up Chilean salmon business Pesquera Yadran

The deal, struck with a group of investors, has been signed off for $133m.

Agrova International attracts fund investment

Accession Capital Partners subscribed to a new share issue, acquiring a 23% stake in Agrova.

Cat food maker KatKin secures funding to boost UK expansion

KatKin plans to use the investment to fuel its expansion across the UK and support its entry into new markets.

Food M&A set for health kick in 2026

Simon Harvey speaks to four food M&A advisers and hears protein and fibre are likely to drive deal-making in 2026.

JBS to close case-ready meat plant in US

JBS said the move is part of a strategy to “optimise its value-added and case-ready business” and “simplify” operations.