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A range of well-known snack brands
December 18, 2025
Mars received final regulatory approval to acquire Kellanova, creating a USD 36 billion global snacking leader
Mars, global leader in pet care, snacking and food and Kellanova (NYSE: K), a leader in global snacking, international cereal and noodles and North America frozen foods, recently announced that Mars has received unconditional approval from the European Commission for its pending acquisition of Kellanova.
Mars x Kellanova Snacking is better together
August 25, 2024
Mars to become owner of Pringles, as it acquires Kellanova for USD 35.9 Billion.
Mars, Incorporated has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Kellanova for USD 83.50 per share in cash, with the total deal valued at USD 35.9 billion. It makes Mars owner of brands such as Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Pop-Tarts®, Rice Krispies Treats® and NutriGrain®
Kellanova North America Plant
February 05, 2024
Kellanova set to achieve 90 percent renewable electricity across North America in 2024
Kellanova has announced that the maker of Pringles® is on track to reach its goal of creating a climate-positive future
Two Pringles® flavors come out on top globally
December 28, 2023
Pringles Original and Sour Cream and Onion are the favorite flavors in all markets globally
A recent review of top-selling Pringles flavors in every corner of the globe shows that people can agree on two things: Original and Sour Cream & Onion Pringles.
Andy Capps Beer Battered Onion rings.
October 05, 2021
Conagra Brands Debuts Snacking Innovation at 2021 NACS Show
Conagra Brands, Inc., one of North America's leading branded food companies, is returning to the National Association of Convenience Stores' 2021 NACS Show with a dynamic assortment of snacking solutions.
State of Snacking 2020: How America Snacks During and Despite COVID-19
April 03, 2020
State of Snacking 2020: How America Snacks During and Despite COVID-19
The last few years have proven that snacking in the U.S. has become a lifestyle, with consumers snacking across the day. At the same time, COVID-19 is having an immediate impact on consumers’ food and beverage purchase and consumption behaviors.
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Chips and Snack brands in the sale to Utz Quality Foods include Tim's® Cascade Snacks, Hawaiian® Snacks, Erin's®, El Restaurante®, Snyder® of Berlin, Pop-N-Thin® and Husman's®.
October 23, 2019
Conagra Brands Completes Divestiture Of Direct-Store-Delivery Model Snacks Business To Utz Quality Foods, LLC
Conagra Brands, Inc. (CAG) announced that it has completed the divestiture of the portion of its snacks business that operates under a Direct-Store-Delivery (DSD) model to Utz Quality Foods, LLC.
The Conagra Brands Center for Food Design will be a state-of-the-art snacking innovation center with up to 50 food designers and culinary staff.
September 10, 2019
Conagra Brands Announces Plans To Build New Innovation Center In Chicago
Today Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG) announced plans to build The Conagra Brands Center for Food Design in Chicago at 350 N. Orleans Street, located next to its existing headquarters in The Merchandise Mart.
Benestar Brands Snacks
August 12, 2019
Highlander Partners Announces the Formation of Benestar Brands with the Acquisition of Evans Food Group from Wind Point Partners
Highlander Partners, L.P., a leading middle-market private investment firm based in Dallas, Texas, through its newly-formed food platform, Benestar Brands ("Benestar"), announced the acquisition of Evans Food Group ("Evans") from Wind Point Partners.
The snacks portfolio of Treehouse Foods includes premium nuts, trail mixes, peanuts and other wholesome snacks for retail, warehouse and club, industrial, export, e-commerce and co-pack customers.
July 09, 2019
Treehouse Foods agrees to sell snacks division (nuts, trail mixes) to Atlas Holdings
Yesterday, TreeHouse Foods, Inc., a leading manufacturer of private label foods, announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement to sell the Company's Snacks Division to Atlas Holdings LLC.
Features Leading Food Brands in Appealing Spaces: Meat Snacks, Seeds, Popcorn, Sweet Treats, and Specialty
May 23, 2019
Conagra Brands Showcases its $2 Billion Snacking Portfolio at 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo
Conagra Brands, Inc., a top 10 snacking company, will highlight its $2 billion snacking portfolio at the 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo on May 21 – 23 at Chicago's McCormick Place.
Calbee's Spudkins are potato snacks cut directly from Russet potatoes and cooked with a special method that requires 25% less oil than traditional potato chips.
May 22, 2019
Calbee North America launches 'Spudkins' potato snacks at the Sweets & Snacks Expo
Calbee North America today announced great news for potato snack lovers! Their new Spudkins Fry Cuts will debut at The Sweets & Snacks Expo on May 21- 23 at Chicago's McCormick Place.
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Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, a brand of Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), is introducing two new snacks in the United States: Sea Salt Air-Popped Popcorn and White Cheddar Puffs.
March 26, 2019
Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP Adds White Cheddar Puffs and Sea Salt Air-Popped Popcorn to its Growing Snack Portfolio
Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, a brand of Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), is introducing two new snacks in the United States: Sea Salt Air-Popped Popcorn and White Cheddar Puffs.
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January 04, 2019
Aldi recalls batch of Clancy's Wavy Potato Chips due to mislabeling (milk ingredient not listed)
In cooperation with Olde York Potato Chips, ALDI has voluntarily recalled 96 cases of Clancy’s Wavy Potato Chips from limited stores as a precautionary measure due to the potential presence of milk resulting from product mislabeling.
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November 27, 2018
Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP Continues Growth and Innovation with Launch of Microwave Popcorn
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September 02, 2018
Heat and Control shows latest equipment at Pack Expo in Chicago
Heat and Control has announced they will be exhibiting at PACK EXPO International 2018, where the processing & packaging equipment manufacturer will be demonstrating its next generation of seasoning, conveying, weighing, packaging, and inspection systems
One of the highlights in the tna booth is its new tna intelli-flav® OMS 5.1 seasoning system. The new on-machine seasoning system is designed to IP65 standards to facilitate maintenance and meet the highest hygiene and sanitation requirements.
August 27, 2018
tna to showcase its snack expertise at Pack Expo International in Chicago
Processing and Packaging Equipment manufacturer tna will present the latest cutting-edge solutions for the confectionery and snack industries at this year’s Pack Expo International in Chicago. One of the highlights in the tna booth is its new tna intelli-flav® OMS 5.1 seasoning system.

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