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Why Keep It REAL Is Building A New Business Model
Keep It REAL Foods is betting that vertical integration is the key to unlocking longevity for a quintet of founder-led companies that it recently brought together under the newly established moniker.
Hi-Chew Parent Co. Morinaga Acquires My/Mochi Ice Cream
Morinaga & Co., the holding company of global confectionery manufacturer Morinaga, Inc., has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire My/Mochi Ice Cream for an undisclosed amount.
Tastee Apple Acquires Art of Sucre
In an act of confectionery consolidation, candy apple maker Tastee Apple Inc. has acquired cotton-candy brand Art of Sucre, bringing a “social-first” next-gen brand under the stewardship of a legacy sweets manufacturer.
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With 1908, Savage Tries to Clean Up in Food
While Steve Savage has been bringing environmentally friendly brands to the table for decades, it wasn’t until recently that they were the kind you could eat. The former CEO and founder of Eco-Products, Savage recently focused his attention on consumer products, backing better-for you brands under the corporate name 1908 Brands. But cleaning up in the food aisle has been more arduous than Savage expected, and as a result, 1908 has decided to take some time to digest.
Toosum Raises Its Bar with KUTOA Acquisition
Toosum Healthy Foods announced last week its acquisition of KUTOA, a non-GMO, vegan nutrition bar company. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Toosum founder Peter Guyer told NOSH that Grassia will remain “very involved” with the business and will have minority ownership. Currently Garcia is focused on helping the two brands come together and continuing to build customer relationships with new and existing retailers.
ECRM Acquires RangeMe to Better Buying On and Offline
Tuesday morning, ECRM announced the acquisition of tech company RangeMe, a software that allows buyers to discover new CPG products based on specific criteria.
Verde Farms Acquires Estancia Beef
The acquisition is a natural next step in expanding Verde Farms’ offerings nationwide while maintaining the integrity of their founding values of healthy soil, healthy animals, and healthy and delicious beef. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Duck Soup Acquires Kiff Brand
“Kiff” is South African for “awesome” and that aptly describes the delicious Granola, Crunchies and Rusks.
Natural American Foods Adopts Sweet Harvest Name Following Acquisition
The December acquisition brought together two leading honey companies with a combined 200-year legacy of quality and customer service.
After 33 Years, Vermont Creamery Bought By Land O’Lakes
Land O’Lakes made hay while the sun shone today, acquiring venerable artisanal cheese maker Vermont Creamery. Founded in 1984, Vermont Creamery operate as an independently operated subsidiary of the Minnesota-based dairy giant.
Halen Brands Acquires OWYN, Launches S.A.F.E. Platform
CPG collective Halen Brands has acquired plant-protein centric brand Only What You Need (OWYN). The brand debuted at Natural Products Expo West as part of Halen’s newly launched, allergen-friendly brand platform, Safe Allergen Friendly Environment (S.A.F.E.).
Thanasi Founder Talks Conagra Acquisition
The competition in the snack set will see some sibling rivalry with today’s announcement that Conagra Brands, producer of DAVID seeds and Slim Jim, has entered into an agreement to acquire Thanasi Foods, maker of BIGS seeds and Duke’s meat snacks
JBT Corporation Acquires Avure Technologies, Inc.
JBT Corporation (NYSE: JBT) today announced it has acquired Avure Technologies, Inc. (“Avure”) for $57 million, before post close adjustments. Avure is a leader in food processing technology and has gone on to create a range of HPP systems for worldwide tolling centers and major food manufacturers all over the globe.