Hain Celestial to Refocus on North American Business, Divests International Brands

As of September 14, Hain Celestial’s fiscal fourth-quarter earnings call highlighted portfolio changes, tariff-refund benefits, and mixed demand trends across food and beverage categories, according to an earnings call transcript. At the same time, company leaders announced a definitive agreement to sell their international business to a private equity firm, Aurelius, for $323 million in cash.

Cargill Helps Food Manufacturers Accelerate Product Development Processes 

Cargill met with industrial food manufacturers at Foodist Istanbul 2026, held at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center from September 1 to 4, 2026. Bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, wholesalers, retail purchasing representatives and decision-makers from different areas of the food industry, the fair provided Cargill with an opportunity to strengthen existing customer relationships and establish contacts for new collaborations.

As they respond to changing consumer expectations, manufacturers need to pursue multiple objectives simultaneously, including controlling costs, developing clean-label products with improved nutritional value, maintaining production efficiency...

Rollins and Kennedy Pen Joint Op-ed “We’re Bringing Families More Healthy Foods in a SNAP”

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. published a joint opinion piece in Fox News highlighting the need to strengthen SNAP retailer stocking standards.  

“At long last, we are modernizing SNAP to responsibly steward taxpayer dollars, promote healthy eating and empower Americans to lead better lives,” said Secretary Rollins and Secretary Kennedy. “This pending final rule squares with the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans’ call to eat real food by ensuring low...

Campbell’s Acquisition of La Regina Announced Alongside Earnings

On December 9, The Campbell’s Company officials announced plans to acquire a majority stake in an Italian tomato processor called La Regina Di San Marzano, according to the company’s latest earnings report. By the second half of 2026, the acquisition will be complete after two payments toward the total $286 million valuation, according to Campbell's leaders. 

The company entered into definitive agreements to acquire a 49% interest in La Regina, the producer of Rao’s tomato-based pasta sauces...