Dive Brief:

• Unilever will spend $108 million and add 428 new jobs in a revamp of its facilities in Covington.
• The project includes new machinery and an increase in production capability for frozen foods.
• Unilever makes a slew of frozen-food treats at Covington, including Breyers, Klondike and Popsicle.

Dive Insight:

This is good news for the folks of the Mississippi River community of Covington. It's rare these days to see anyone add 428 jobs. But it's also good news for anyone who likes their food cold and sweet. Here's hoping Unilever can get the work done before the summer comes!