General Mills signed a definitive agreement to acquire Yoki Alimentos S.A., a privately-held food company headquartered in Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil, a move that will help grow General Mills’ international business. Terms of the deal, which is expected to close by first ...More
General Mills announced it will eliminate approximately 850 jobs worldwide as part of a productivity and cost savings plan designed to improve organizational effectiveness and focus on key growth strategies. ...More
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and people who eat eggs for breakfast are more likely to feel full during the day compared to those opt for a bowl of cereal, according to new research presented during the 19th European Congress on Obesity in Lyon, France. ...More
When it comes to breakfast, product developers have to think outside the cereal box and build breakfasts that are convenient and packed with healthful, whole-food ingredients. ...More
Individuals who eat a protein-rich breakfast have increased satiety and decreased caloric intake at later meals, according to new research presented at IFT Wellness 12. The findings are especially important for children who tend to skip nutritious breakfasts. ...More
The global market for whole-grain and high-fiber foods is projected to reach $27.6 billion by 2017, with hot and cold cereals remaining strong, and energetic growth from baked goods. ...More
The Kellogg Company’s commitment its U.S. supplier diversity program has spanned more than 20 years, and the program experienced a nearly sixfold increase in spending over then past decade, surpassing the $350 million milestone for the first time in 2011. ...More
A simple purchase of granola this week neatly illustrated the considerable value sustainability issues like corporate social responsibility, among other messages, can lend to product packaging. ...More
General Mills reached a multi-year reformulation milestone across its portfolio of Big G cereals, more than 50 cereals with the white check. Now every cereal with the white check has more whole grain than any other single ingredient with the same great taste. Whole grain is ...More
Ralcorp Holdings, Inc. will receive approximately $900 million and retain up to 20% of outstanding shares of Post Foods when it completes its spin-off of the cereal maker at the end of January 2012, according to an amendment that Ralcorp filed to its Form 10 Registration ...More
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