The Associated Press reported that dairy giant Dean Foods, Dallas, plans in mid August to halt processing operations at its LouisTrauth Dairy plant in Newport, Ky.
Despite a weak economy, consumer packaged goods marketers are developing new products that raise the bar on consumer expectations around everyday CPG solutions.
Organic Valley, America’s largest cooperative of organic farmers and one of the nation’s leading organic brands, said it is planning a $6.1 million addition to its La Farge, Wis., headquarters.
Chiquita Brands International, Inc., Cincinnati, said it entered a European joint venture with Paris-based Danone to market Chiquita's Just Fruit in a Bottle fruit beverages.
Looking to leverage its popular brand in more value-added arenas, Chiquita Brands International, Cincinnati, partnered with juice processor Old Orchard Brands LLC, Sparta, Mich., on three new Chiquita Frozen Fruit Smoothie concentrates.