US legislators table plans for new food label rules
Fresh legislation is needed to deal with “today’s opaque food labels and marketing claims”, one of the politicians leading the proposals says.
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Toennies not for sale, meat giant’s owners insist
The family owners of the German meat major have issued a statement after speculation earlier...
UK’s Glebe Farm wins trademark infringement court battle with Oatly
The judge said there is no likelihood of confusion between the PureOaty name and the...
Premium Brands nets another two M&A deals
Canada’s Premium Brands Holdings steadily announces acquisitions and has unveiled another two today (5 August).
Hostess Brands serves up improved forecasts
The US snacks maker has sweetened its guidance after what CEO Andy Callahan said was...
TreeHouse Foods downgrades guidance amid “unprecedented operating environment”
The US company said macroeconomic factors have temporarily driven lower-than-expected consumer demand for private brands.
India edible-oil group Adani Wilmar fires up IPO plans
The venture between Indian conglomerate Adani Group and Singapore food group Wilmar International is looking to raise US$607m.
Australia’s SPC to insist employees are fully vaccinated
The packaged fruit-and-veg products manufacturer said the measure will ensure the health and well-being of its staff and the broader community.
US-based Whitebridge Pet Brands snapped up by European investor NXMH
The Belgium-based investor has bought the business from Chicago private-equity firm Frontenac.
Mid America Pet Food buys US peer Nature’s Logic
Texas-based Mid America Pet Food described the acquisition as “an exciting opportunity for us”.
US condiments firm Fly By Jing gets investment
The fledgling hot-sauce supplier is lining up a push into bricks-and-mortar stores later this year.
