Corporate Operations: Page 349


  • WH Group pulls plug on IPO plans

    WH Group has decided the markets don't have the stomach for an IPO of the world's biggest pork producer.

    By Paul Conley • April 30, 2014
  • Chiquita changes tune; E.U. can weigh in on merger with Fyffes

    The banana giant reconsidered earlier claims regarding the merger approval.

    By Paul Conley • April 30, 2014
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    Top 5 stories from Food Dive

    The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

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    Fresh Del Monte reports surge in sales, profit

    Soaring sales mark quite a turnaround for the fresh fruit and vegetable company.

    By Paul Conley • April 30, 2014
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    ADM misses earnings, revenue expectations

    The grain processor blamed harsh winter conditions for the disappointing performance.

    By Paul Conley • April 30, 2014
  • US apple, pear exports to Europe threatened by chemical ban

    The E.U.'s reduction of allowable levels of DPA is bad news for exporters. 

    By Paul Conley • April 29, 2014
  • Hain Celestial buys Rudi's Organics in $61.3 million deal

    The move follows an expansion by Rudi's to add gluten-free items.

    By Paul Conley • April 29, 2014
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    Counterfeit Sunkist oranges seized in Hong Kong

    Officials say the seizures in Hong Kong are the first involving counterfeit fruit.

    By Paul Conley • April 28, 2014
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    Louis Dreyfus CEO steps down after only a year

    The move signals a large-scale reorganization at the agricultural commodity giant.

    By Paul Conley • April 28, 2014
  • Chiquita asks court to dismiss terrorism lawsuits

    The produce company wants a court to dismiss lawsuits tied to civil war deaths in Columbia.

    By Paul Conley • April 25, 2014
  • Ardent Mills flour merger moves closer with mill sales

    Miller Milling agreed to acquire four mills from three of the industry's largest players, clearing the way for the giants to complete their merger.

    By Paul Conley • April 25, 2014
  • Amazon launches Prime Pantry home-delivery service

    The dry-goods delivery service takes aim at big box discounters such as Costco and Sam's Club.

    By Paul Conley • April 25, 2014
  • WH Group's IPO plans run into trouble

    The company that acquired Smithfield Foods last year finds few takers for an initial public offering.

    By Paul Conley • April 24, 2014
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    Number two spirits maker Pernod buys Kenwood Vineyards

    Pernod Ricard says the acquisition is aimed at boosting its market presence in the United States.

    By Paul Conley • April 24, 2014
  • Unilever reports sales drop, cites currency woes

    The global consumer-products giant was hurt by currency devaluations in emerging markets.

    By Paul Conley • April 24, 2014
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    Chobani takes $750 million loan, eyes an IPO

    The Greek-style yogurt maker will use the funds to expand overseas and add products.

    By Paul Conley • April 24, 2014
  • ConAgra sells Medallion Foods for $33.5 million

    The tortilla and corn chips unit was acquired by rival Shearer’s Foods.

    By Paul Conley • April 23, 2014
  • Heinz will not release how many workers took buyout

    The ketchup maker isn’t saying how many of its hometown employees are leaving.

    By Paul Conley • April 23, 2014
  • Aldi to build distribution center near Houston

    The German grocer continues its massive expansion in the U.S.

    By Paul Conley • April 22, 2014
  • Hillshire Brands buys Van's Natural Foods for $165 million

    The purchase is a major departure for the maker of Jimmy Dean sausages and Ball Park franks.

    By Paul Conley • April 22, 2014
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    Post to buy Michael Foods in $2.45 billion deal

    The move is the latest in a series of acquisitions by Post as it seeks to diversify away from the cereal sector.

    By Paul Conley • April 21, 2014
  • PepsiCo 1Q earnings, revenue beat expectations

    Cost-cutting and snack sales pushed profits 13% higher in the first quarter.

    By Paul Conley • April 17, 2014
  • Diageo reports 1.3% sales drop, cites emerging-markets woes

    The world's largest distiller said sales volumes were slowed in Russia, South Africa, Southeast Asia, and China.

    By Paul Conley • April 17, 2014
  • SodaStream in talks to sell stake, report says

    Possible suitors for the make-at-home soda machine company reportedly include PepsiCo and Starbucks.

    By Paul Conley • April 17, 2014
  • Danone says sales fell in first quarter

    The dairy giant cited currency woes and higher milk prices as chief causes for the drop. 

    By Paul Conley • April 16, 2014
  • BanaBay enters US market for pineapples

    BanaBay, an importer of Ecuadorian bananas, is making a substantial push into the pineapple business.

    By Paul Conley • April 15, 2014