Private Label Brands

In 2016, U.S. and Canada Kraft Mac & Cheese varieties will be made without artificial flavors, preservatives or synthetic colors.

General Mills' annual Global Responsibility Report outlines the company's approach to creating economic, environmental and social value in the countries where it operates.

Many small, organic food companies start with a homegrown story that appeals to its consumer base, however, major consumer goods powerhouses have been recently vacuuming up these niche players. Giants like Coke, General Mills and Kellogg have recently expanded their organic portfolios through acquisition with rumors of more to come. With the risk of being called a sell out, is teaming up with bigger companies better for growth, or is it a death sentence for these smaller players?

The definitive merger agreements creates The Kraft Heinz Company, which will make it the third largest food and beverage company in North America and the fifth largest food and beverage company in the world.

In connection with the closing of the transaction, Dave West, who served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Big Heart Pet Brands, has joined the company as an executive officer.

Sager Creek Vegetable Company, formerly known as Allens, Inc., manufactures well-known brands including Veg-all, Freshlike, Popeye, Princella, Trappey's and Allens, among others.

McCormick has acquired the business for approximately $63 million in cash, and expands the breadth of value-added products in its industrial business.

Empire offers a full range of kosher antibiotic- and hormone-free chicken and turkey products including fresh tray pack, frozen, deli, fully cooked, gluten-free and organic products.