Manufacturing Unemployment Rates RiseIn an uncertain economy, CG companies are looking to consolidate and cut costs. But with consolidation, so come facility closures and job cuts. For the month of July, manufacturing employment fell by 35,000, bringing losses over the past 12 months to 383,000. Chiquita Sells German Distribution BusinessPreviously announced Chiquita acquisition comes to a close for $92 million. Applegate Farms Launches Yogurt Cheese with Probiotics Family-owned meat and cheese company, Applegate Farms, expands its product offerings with probiotics. General Mills to Sell Popcorn Business to Diamond Foods General Mills is expected to receive cash proceeds ofapproximately $160 million in cash. Attune Boosts Probiotic Lineup Chewy Chocolate and Peanut Butter & Chocolatejoin the line of daily wellness bars with live active cultures aimed for busylifestyles. Heinz Finalizes Acquisition of Benedicta President of Heinz Continental Europe, Roel van Neerbos, says Benedicta fits perfectly into Heinz's global strategy. Pilgrim's Pride to Idle Chicken Processing Plants As part of an ongoing effort to operate more efficiently and return to profitability, Pilgrim's Pride will idle plants in Clinton, Ark. and Bossier City, La. Tyson Recalls 51,000 Pounds of Chicken The meat processor says that soy, a known allergen, was not declared on the product's label. Heinz Launches New Web Site The redesign of Heinz.com provides a global gateway for users to rediscover Heinz and its array of iconic, global brands. Nestle UK Builds New Online Store The Nestle UK online store redesign was completed within six weeks. First Previous 323 324 325 326 327 Next Last
