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General Mills expects to reach $1 billion in net sales from natural and organic products by 2019.

Beginning in January, the company will launch more than 50 new products that meet increasing consumer demand for better-for-you snacks, products with simple ingredients, protein, gluten-free and bold flavors.

The proposed acquisition will expand General Mills fast-growing natural and organic foods business, and has an aggregate value of approximately $820 million.

The acquisition of manufacturing, professional services and retail solutions is expected to propel Microsoft Dynamics ERP industry strategy forward.