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Kraft Heinz and the structural reckoning facing legacy CPG

It would be a mistake to view Kraft Heinz as an isolated case, Victor Martino writes. The structural pressures it faces are widely shared in CPG.

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JM Smucker adds to board after deal with activist investor

Elliott Investment Management, which has recently been in dialogue with PepsiCo, has also invested in JM Smucker.

Nomad Foods positions for painful year under new CEO’s “transition” plan

Sales and profits fell in 2025 and further declines are envisaged for the frozen-foods maker in 2026.

Lantmännen buys pair of slaughterhouses in Sweden

Both sites specialise in the slaughter of beef and lamb.

German grocer Rewe backs sugar-reduction firm Neoh

Neoh was founded in 2017 as a consumer-facing business and has sold zero-added-sugar snacks in European markets. The company has since launched a B2B arm.

Tariffs to get “a lot more complicated” after Supreme Court ruling

The US administration will now seek to replicate the tariff landscape Trump pursued under IEEPA with alternative trade statutes.

EU tightens import controls on ingredient from China linked to formula recalls

Starting 26 February, arachidonic acid oil imports from China will face “special” entry conditions in the EU.

Trading conditions worsened in Q4, UK SMEs tell survey

Boosting sales in the UK remains the top growth priority for all food and drinks businesses, according to the report.

Australia chicken processor Hazeldenes hit by cyberattack

Investor-backed Hazeldenes said it is restoring production in a “phased” manner following the incident last week.