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The company will sell or exit 90 to 100 brands in a bold attempt to refocus the business on 70 to 80 remaining best-selling brand names. "Less will be much more," CEO A.G. Lafley told analysts.

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.

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

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.

Nestls milk drink brand Nido creates a free interactive educational app to encourage children to read, stick to daily routines, like brushing their teeth and improve their memory and attention.

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

Lifeway's entry into the Canadian market marks the company's second international expansion in 14 months, following the 2013 introduction of its frozen kefir products in the UK.

General Mills Worldwide Innovation Network announces the launch of a global innovation challenge to reduce greenhouse gases.