10 – ParmCrisps brand sold to snack manufacturer
Extending an acquisition spree, snack maker Our Home purchased the ParmCrisps cheese crisp business from Hain Celestial Group.
9 – Nestlé again identified as most valuable brand
Nestlé SA continues to rank as the world’s most valuable food brand, according to a new report by brand valuation consultancy Brand Finance. The report analyzes several factors to determine brand value, including brand strength, revenue and royalty rates.
8 – Dairy associations, companies back defining ‘natural cheese’
Numerous members of the dairy industry are pushing for the establishment of an absolute definition for the term “natural cheese.”
7 – Acquisition extends scope of Lactalis Group's presence in US
The Lactalis Group took a step forward in significantly expanding its yogurt business in the United States with the pending acquisition of General Mills’ US yogurt brands and facilities.
6 – Hiland Dairy expanding in Texas
Hiland Dairy Foods Co. revealed it plans to expand its facility in Tyler, Texas, adding 90,000 square feet to the plant.
5 – Saputo appoints leaders to support new CEO
The revamping of leadership roles at Canadian dairy manufacturer Saputo Inc., which began when Carl Colizza assumed the role of president and chief executive officer Aug. 9, continued a month later with four new C-suite appointments that the company said will support Colizza.
4 – French companies acquiring General Mills' yogurt business
General Mills, Inc. is selling its North American yogurt business to the French companies Lactalis Group and Sodiaal for approximately $2.1 billion.
3 – Kefir producer to acquire former Saputo facility
Lucy’s Organics, Inc., announced it entered an agreement to acquire the former Saputo dairy plant in Belmont, Wisconsin.
2 – Ingredient Deep Dive with Ingredion
Dairy Processing contributing editor and food scientist Donna Berry talks with Ivan Gonzales, marketing director for plant-based dairy and dairy at Ingredion about the company’s newest ingredient formulations
1 – Nurri launches ultrafiltered milk shakes
A new private label, better-for-you milk shake brand, Nurri debuted its first product at Costco locations throughout the United States.
