Tyson Foods fund to invest in “breakthrough” businesses
Tyson Foods has become the latest US food company to set up an investment fund with the establishment of a…
US food majors and their investment vehicles
In a bid to adapt to the evolving landscape in the US food industry, some of the largest names in the sector have set up funds to invest in smaller, on-trend companies.
Danone eyes stake in Michel et Augustin through new investment fund
French dairy giant Danone has confirmed it is in "exclusive negotiations" to acquire a minority interest in premium biscuit-to-dessert maker…
Kellogg’s 1894 fund to invest in “next-generation innovation”
Kellogg is establishing an investment vehicle, Eighteen94 Capital, that will make "minority investments" in companies pioneering "next-generation innovation" in the…
Hain Celestial to sell “non-core” brands, sets up venture unit
Hain Celestial said today (4 May) it plans to sell off brands that "no longer fit into its core strategy",…
301 Inc’s John Haugen on why multinationals are eyeing start-up investment opportunities – audio
In an audio excerpt of an interview with just-food, John Haugen, the vice president and general manager for General Mills'…
Campbell Soup Co. to invest in start-ups – CAGNY
Campbell Soup Co. has detailed plans to launch an investment vehicle that will support the development of high-growth start-up food companies.