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Lifeway Foods announces intent to acquire assets of GlenOaks Farms
Lifeway Foods Inc has announced intent to acquire certain assets of privately-held, California-based GlenOaks Farms, the drinkable yogurt brand founded in 1984.
Müller UK expands in logistics buy
With the acquisition of the British GreenWhiteStar on 1 July, the Culina Group, which belongs to the Theo Müller Group, has become the third largest logistics partner in the UK.
Milcobel buys cheese shredder Kaasbrik in Belgium
Belgian dairy cooperative Milcobel has announced the takeover of cheese shredding and packaging company Kaasbrik.
Ehrmann buys Campina in Russia
An agreement has been signed for the acquisition by Ehrmann of FrieslandCampina’s Russian subsidiary, Campina.
Meggle buy of Stegmann completed
Ferenc Tahy has now taken over the position as managing director of Stegmann Emmentaler Käsereien.
Carbery Group acquires Innova Flavors
Carbery Group, the West Cork based international ingredients, flavours, and award-winning cheese producer, has announced the acquisition of leading savoury flavour and ingredient supplier, Innova Flavors.
Unilever buys Onnit in US
Unilever has signed an agreement to acquire Onnit, a holistic wellness and lifestyle company, based in Austin, Texas, US.
Meggle Group acquires Stegmann
Meggle Group has taken over the Stegmann Emmentaler Käsereien in Bavaria, Germany.
Somerdale acquires blended cheese business of Abergavenny Fine Foods
The acquisition reinforces Somerdale’s position as a leader in the supply of blended cheese.
Lactalis Canada buys Agropur yogurt business
Lactalis Canada, a subsidiary of Lactalis Group, has reached a definitive agreement with Agropur Cooperative to acquire all shares of its Canadian yogurt business, Ultima Foods.
Bega Cheese to acquire Lion Dairy and Drinks
Australian dairy company Bega Cheese is set to purchase Lion Dairy and Drinks from Japan’s Kirin for $534 million.
Koch Separation Solutions acquires RELCO
Koch Separation Solutions, global leader in separation technology, has announced the acquisition of RELCO, a top provider of cutting-edge process technologies for the dairy and food industry.
Kerry announces acquisition of Canadian probiotic company
The acquisition of Bio-K Plus will expand Kerry’s capabilities and leadership position in the probiotics market.
HMS acquires Tom Walker & Sons in UK
The independently owned parent company of food ingredient distributors Kent Foods, BFP, Henley Bridge Ingredients, Garrett Ingredients and Bailey’s of Portsmouth, has acquired Tom Walker & Sons.