International Business

Current CEO Gary M. Rodkin has informed the ConAgra Foods Board of Directors of his intention to retire at the end of the companys fiscal year in May 2015.

Chiquita Brands International, Inc. confirmed that it has received an unsolicited offer from the Cutrale Group and the Safra Group to acquire all of the outstanding common stock of Chiquita at a price of $13.00 per share in cash to Chiquita shareholders.

The investment, to be made over the next six years, increases its total announced investment in Africa to $17 billion from 2010 to 2020.

The two companies have committed to integrating members of their global sales, marketing and creative teams to connect brands, like Lysol, Mucinex, MegaRed and Air Wick, with people on Facebook to bring them innovative solutions for healthier lives and happier homes.

Mars will also exercise the option to purchase P&G's pet food business in more regions to reinforce the company's strategic intent to build its presence in emerging markets.

As Targets new CEO, Brian Cornells top priorities will be accelerating the companys performance and advancing Targets omnichannel evolution.

The role integrates multiple growth drivers to accelerate the expansion of global innovation platforms, Power Brands and breakthrough technologies.

The partnership with East Africas leading dairy products group will significantly enhance the platform Danone is currently building in Africa.