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Goodles To Be Acquired by Barilla Group
Better-for-you mac and cheese maker Goodles has agreed to be acquired by Barilla Group, the company announced on Wednesday evening.
Medici Brands Raises $250M To Scale David Protein, HallPass
David Protein’s Medici Brands has secured $250 million to scale its manufacturing and unveil a new salty snack later this year.
KDP Sells Back Chobani Stake, PA Facility
KDP has agreed to sell its full minority stake in Chobani back to the company for $800 million, as well as a 1.5 million sq. ft. PA facility.
Additional Content
Miyoko Schinner Makes Bid To Buy Back Namesake Brand
Miyoko Schinner is working to buy back Miyoko’s Creamery, the vegan food business she founded in 2014 and led as CEO until she was ousted by her board three years ago.
CPG Week Podcast: Unpacking the Acquisitions of Caulipower and Justin’s
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard chat about the acquisitions of Caulipower and Justin’s by private equity firms, Keurig Dr Pepper’s new $7 billion investment, and new funding for popped sorghum startup Cob.
Doughlicious Receives Investment from Future Back Ventures by Bain & Company
London-based better-for-you cookie dough brand Doughlicious has received an investment from Future Back Ventures (FBV) by Bain & Company to fuel its continued U.S. expansion.
Oddball Lands $2M As It Enters Whole Foods
Jelly snack brand Oddball raised a $2 million seed round led by Springdale Ventures as it expands its retail footprint with Whole Foods.
The EVERY Company Nabs $55M to Support Nationwide Rollout of Animal-free Egg Proteins
Food tech ingredient platform The EVERY Company announced this week that it has closed a $55 million Series D capital round led by McWin Capital Partners through McWin Food Tech Fund.
Spanish Co-Manufacturer Sets Roots In U.S., Acquires Fresca Foods
Spanish food company Cerealto has natural foods manufacturer Fresca Foods for an undisclosed amount, establishing its first U.S. foothold.
Taylor Farms Expands In U.K. With Acquisition
Packaged salad producer Taylor Farms is expanding its global footprint with the acquisition of Natures Way Foods, a fresh prepared food manufacturer based in Chichester, England. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Pizza Co-Manufacturer Urban Farmer Acquires Caulipower
Urban Farmer, a manufacturer of branded and private label specialty dough products, announced today its acquisition of gluten-free frozen foods brand Caulipower, best known for its cauliflower crust pizzas.
Novak Djokovic Backs Corn-Free Popcorn Cob In $5M Seed Round
Popped sorghum brand Cob has closed a $5 million seed round led by tennis legend Novak Djokovic, as it positions itself as a healthier alternative to popcorn.
Inside the Justin’s Deal: Predicting Its Future Under Forward Consumer Partners
Nut butter and confection company Justin’s will soon return to private ownership, a move that incoming CEO Peter Burns – who previously served as CEO from 2014 to 2016 – believes will “unlock the true potential of the brand.”