Big Food’s stake in the future – in-house venture-capital funds
A guide to some of the in-house, corporate-venture arms operated by the world's major packaged-food companies.
Campbell Soup Co.
Campbell Soup CEO says US labour shortage “tougher than I ever remember”
Food manufacturers are grappling with Covid-19, a labour shortage and inflation.
Hatching new ideas – Big Food’s incubator and accelerator programmes
Our guide to some of the main incubators and accelerators operated by major food manufacturers as they look to tap into some of the consumer trends shaping demand.
Labour constraints add to inflation challenges at Campbell Soup Co.
Campbell Soup Co. has flagged labour pressures as a new challenge for the US food group.
Campbell downgrades earnings guidance after Q3 sales fall
The soup and sauces maker cited a number of factors for the cut to a key profit forecast.
Campbell sells Plum Organics baby-food brand to Sun-Maid
US food giant Campbell Soup Co. has sold its Plum Organics baby-food brand to local snacks business Sun-Maid Growers of California for an undisclosed sum. Fresno-based Sun-Maid said the range of…
Campbell Soup Co. faces lawsuit over toxic baby-food claims
Campbell Soup Co. is up against a consumer lawsuit filed in the US last week over claims its Plum Organics baby-food products contain elevated levels of toxic metals. The lawsuit,…
Campbell Soup Co. to close US snacks factory
Campbell Soup Co. plans to close its Georgia snacks factory next year following a review of the US food giant's manufacturing operations. The site in the city of Columbus, formerly known…
Jimmy’s Cookies takes artisan bread brand Ecce Panis from Campbell Soup Co.
Jimmy's Cookies in New Jersey is poised to acquire the artisan bread brand Ecce Panis from US food giant Campbell Soup Co., with a deal expected to be secured before…
Arnott’s eyes export markets with Australia soup investment
Arnott's, the Australia-based food group, has set out plans to invest in a soup factory, with an eye on ramping up exports from the plant. The company, acquired by private-equity…
Covid-19 food industry updates – Friday 18 September (free to read)
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