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US Snack manufacturer Utz Is in Merger Talks With Blank-Check Firm Collier
May 12, 2020
Snack Manufacturer Utz Is in Merger Talks With Investment Company Collier Creek
Potato chip-maker Utz Quality Foods is in talks to be acquired by Collier Creek Holdings, a company started by former Blackstone Group Inc. executives, according to people familiar with the matter.
The Orange Cheetos Cheese Dust Everyone Loves – Combined with Popcorn Available in Both Cheddar and Flamin’ Hot® Flavors
January 16, 2020
Cheetos Pops Into The New Year With Launch Of Cheetos Popcorn In United States
The Orange Cheetos Cheese Dust Everyone Loves – Combined with Popcorn Available in Both Cheddar and Flamin’ Hot® Flavors. Snackers everywhere love the delicious cheesy dust that lingers on their fingertips after enjoying a bag of Cheetos.
This holiday season, Frito-Lay is all about salty vs. sweet with the release of its latest U.S. Snack Index, revealing the taste preferences driving snack consumption among consumers.
November 25, 2019
Frito-Lay Releases U.S. Snack Index and No Need to Check Twice: It's Family, Friends and Food that Make the Holidays Nice
This holiday season, Frito-Lay is all about salty vs. sweet with the release of its latest U.S. Snack Index, revealing the taste preferences driving snack consumption among consumers.
Popchips was acquired by Private Equity firm as first addition to their new branded snacking platform, Velocity Snack Brands (VSB)
October 10, 2019
Popchips acquired by Private Equity firm as start of 'Velocity Snack Brands' platform
VMG Partners, a private equity, beginning with the acquisition of the popchips™ brand in North America and most international markets outside of the United Kingdom and Europe.
From Tahini to Turmeric: Americans’ Global Flavor Preferences Drive Snack Business Innovation.
September 30, 2019
From Tahini to Turmeric: Americans' Global Flavor Preferences Drive Snack Business Innovation
Latest Frito-Lay U.S. Snack Index Reveals Ongoing Evolution of Palates and Globalization of Flavor, Powering Demand for Greater Variety and More Adventurous Snacks.
MegaMex Partners with Utz to Introduce New Mexican Snacks into the US
August 29, 2019
MegaMex Foods and Herdez S.A. de C.V. announce new licensing agreement with UTZ Quality Foods
MegaMex Foods (Orange, Calif.) and Herdez S.A. de C.V. (Mexico City, Mexico) announced a new licensing agreement with UTZ Quality Foods, LLC. (Hanover, PA) today.
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The European Snacks Association (ESA) is Europe's only trade organisation dedicated to advancing the savoury
snacks industry on behalf of member snack manufacturers and suppliers, as well as national trade organisations.
July 02, 2019
European Snacks Association Names Dr Rolf Nilges As New President
The European Snacks Association (ESA) has elected Intersnack’s Director Research & Development and
External Affairs, Dr Rolf Nilges, as its new President for a two-year term.
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.
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.
Three of the Brand's Most Loved Flavors - Sea Salt, Real Butter and Lightly Sweet Kettle Corn - Can Now Be Enjoyed in a New Way
November 27, 2018
Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP Continues Growth and Innovation with Launch of Microwave Popcorn
Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, of Conagra Brands, Inc Most Loved Flavors - Sea Salt, Real Butter and Lightly Sweet Kettle Corn - Can Now Be Enjoyed in a New Way
All employees were evacuated safely and the local fire fighters who received assistance of several fire brigade unites from the surrounding area doused the flames after a two-hour-long effort
November 06, 2018
Major fire destroys snack factory of Agro Tech Foods in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh
One of the snack factories of Agro Tech Foods limited, a subsidiary of Conagra Brands in India, was destroyed by fire Sunday.
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Crisps and snacks giant Tayto has bought a pork crackling company in England in its latest acquisition
June 26, 2018
Snack manufacturer Tayto adds another meat snack company to its growing portfolio
Northern Ireland chips and snacks company Tayto has acquired meat snacks company The Real Pork Crackling, in what is already its fourth acquisition this year.
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Fairfields Farm Crisps has agreed to acquire Ten Acre Crisps, in an ongoing concentration of smaller premium brands focused on high quality and free-from attributes in the UK snack market
January 26, 2018
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Fairfields Farm Crisps has agreed to acquire Ten Acre Crisps, in an ongoing concentration of smaller premium brands focused on high quality and free-from attributes in the UK snack market
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December 19, 2017
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Hershey Co. is expanding further beyond chocolate, agreeing to buy the owner of SkinnyPop popcorn and Tyrrell’s potato chips for $921 million.
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SunChips Sweet Potato is made with real sweet potato, 100 percent whole grains and no artificial flavors or preservatives and delivers a delightful flavor made from veggie ingredients.
October 25, 2017
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October 10, 2017
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The Covered Bridge Potato Chip Company will boost production to accommodate the growing demand for its products, thanks to a $437,500 investment from the Government of Canada. The investment includes a new line for the production of popcorn.
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The acquisition of Cornpoppers Ltd brings a third popcorn brand in the Kettle Foods line-up
September 26, 2017
Kettle Foods Ltd. acquires UK popcorn manufacturer Cornpoppers
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