A YouGov SixthSense report into the chilled and frozen foods market reveals that 27% of UK adults rarely visit the frozen food aisle. The report also shows that a considerable
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The Kerrygold Company and North Downs Dairy, both wholly owned British subsidiaries of the Irish Dairy Board, are merging to create one consumer foods business, Adams Foods. This will take
Netherlands-based dairy multinational Royal FrieslandCampina, which operates production plants in 24 countries and markets its products in more than 100 countries, has unveiled its new strategic plans and priorities for
Atlantic Grupa, the largest food and healthcare company in Croatia, is acquiring Slovenian food manufacturer Droga Kolinska from energy, tourism and food group Istrabenz. In addition to Slovenia, Droga also
More than 3,000 cheese makers have registered their produce for this year’s International Cheese Awards, creating a world record for entries to any cheese show. The International Cheese Awards 2010
Molson Coors Brewing Company, the North American beer group, has launched the Coors Light brand in Russia. Coors Light in 330 ml bottles will be available in supermarkets, grocery stores,
Nestle Rossiya is investing SFr60m (Eur45m) in the construction of a greenfield factory in the Vyazniki district of Vladimir region (some 300 kilometers east of Moscow) to produce a wide
International bakery group Lantmannen Unibake has completed the takeover of UK’s leading supplier of sweet and savoury pastries and specialty breads, Bakehouse, by acquiring the remaining shares in the company.
Kraft Foods is selling Cadbury’s E. Wedel-branded chocolate and sugar confectionery operations in Poland to Lotte Group for an undisclosed sum. The sale, which is subject to customary regulatory approvals,
Milk Link has increased profit before tax to £10.6m for the year ended April 3rd last from £0.5m in 2009, when the British dairy co-operative incurred exceptional charges of £9.6m.
Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling is purchasing all shares in Coca-Cola HBC Serbia that it does not currently own for Eur16.9m. Coca-Cola Hellenic indirectly controls 89.1% of the shares of Coca-Cola HBC
In line with its international expansion strategy, Lantmannen Unibake, , which is one of Europe’s leading frozen bakery products suppliers, is acquiring a new fast food bakery from Hungarian milling
A YouGov SixthSense report into the UK drinks market has shown that 1 in 4 adults believe fizzy drinks contribute significantly to obesity, and 71% feel that soft drinks are
US-based natural and organic products company Hain Celestial Group has acquired Churchill Food Products, a manufacturer and distributor of food-to-go products in the UK, for an undisclosed sum. Located in
Global food giant Danone is to merge its fresh dairy products business in the CIS area with Unimilk, Russia’s second largest manufacturer of dairy products and baby food. Established in
Belgium-based Vandemoortele Group, which specialises in the production of frozen bakery products and margarines and fats, is acquiring the margarine and frying fats activities of Dutch company Van Dijk Food
Emmi has consolidated its position within the Swiss cheese market following approval of its proposed acquisition of Fromalp by the competition authority. Fromalp, which specialises in the manufacture and distribution
Switzerland-based speciality bakery group Aryzta has made two strategic acquisitions to significantly strengthen its position in Europe, North America and in other international markets. Aryzta has acquired Fresh Start Bakeries
Danone is acquiring Medical Nutrition USA for $ 62m in cash. MNI introduced the concept of liquid protein supplements for elderly people in the US long-term care market in 2003.
Finnish dairy group Valio has officially opened a new Eur40m butter facility at its plant at Seinajoki. According to Valio, the new 100,000 tons per annum production unit is the
Darwin Private Equity has completed the acquisition of UK organic baby food business Plum Baby for £10m. Launched in 2006 by Susie Willis, Plum has pioneered the premium baby food
R&R Ice Cream, with operations in the UK and Germany, is expanding its international business with the proposed acquisition of
Finnish food group Raisio has introduced Dobrogea Benecol, a cholesterol lowering bread, in the Romanian market. Launched by Raisio’s Romanian
Global food giant Danone is to merge its fresh dairy products business in the CIS area with Unimilk, Russia’s second
Ardo Group, the Belgium-based frozen fruit and vegetables producer, has acquired Dutch company Ploegmakers Food Ingredients for an undisclosed price.
At IFFA 2010, Europe’s leading fair for the meat industry, Kerry will exhibit a range of integrated solutions concepts on stand
FOOD & DRINK BUSINESS EUROPE Launched in 1995, Food & Drink Business Europe is a long established business magazine for
Although 2009 was a tough year for UK dairy processors, the market fundamentals remain sound and reflecting this confidence in
Ardo UK is now prepared to meet the growing consumer demand for frozen foods while also improving cost competitiveness after
Having been forced by the severe economic environment in 2009 to make cuts across its business, Arla Foods has substantially