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“It’s not a linear exercise” – Libstar CEO Charl de Villiers on consolidation challenge for private-label and branded group

“Although Libstar had always had an appropriate strategy, one of the key inhibitors to growth was our operating model,” Libstar CEO Charl de Villiers says.

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General Mills offloads Häagen-Dazs shops in China

General Mills said the sale “elevates the company’s focus on its brands and channels that provide the strongest opportunities for profitable growth”.

Danish Crown to cut hundreds of jobs

The meat group said it was forming a “simpler” organisational structure with fewer management layers.

Nestlé workers continue protest against layoffs at Spain plant

The works council for the La Penilla site has agreed to carry out intermittent stoppages on Wednesday and Thursday (3 and 4 June).

The Nutriment Company buys Yorkshire Raw Feeds

The Nutriment Company said the deal “strengthens” its business with specialist retailers.

South Africa’s Tiger to sell chocolate brand Beacon

Tiger Brands is making another disposal in the chocolate sector.

Arla and DMK CEOs set out post-merger stall

Speaking to reporters on Friday, the chief executives of Arla and DMK outlined their vision for the new business, although, in some areas, details were limited.

Dairy giant Lactalis swoops for UK firm Protein Works

The French group said its move for Liverpool-based Protein Works “marks a new step” in its strategy.

Will the EU press pause on PPWR?

Is the EU prepared to slide back on packaging laws that have been heralded as world-leading?