French dairy company to acquire Yoplait’s European business
French dairy cooperative Sodiaal has entered into an agreement with General Mills, Inc., Minneapolis, to acquire a controlling interest in Yoplait SAS in exchange in for full ownership of Yoplait’s Canadian business and a reduced royalty rate for the use of the Yoplait and Liberte brands in the United States and Canada.
General Mills launches three-year regenerative dairy pilot project
General Mills – maker of Yoplait and Liberté yogurt brands – has launched a regenerative agriculture pilot project at three dairy farms in Michigan, a key sourcing region for the company’s fluid milk supply.
Mengniu closer to lapping up Lion Dairy
The ACCC has cleared the way for China Mengniu Dairy to lap up Lion’s Dairy and Drinks portfolio, which includes the Dairy Farmers, Pura milk, Dare and Farmers Union iced coffee brands.
IDFA Women in Dairy Network Unites Established Leaders with Young Professionals
International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) launches the Women in Dairy Network to support a stronger, more diverse future for U.S. dairy.
China Mengniu Dairy: Second Acquisition In Australia This Year
China Mengniu’s recent proposed acquisition of Australian branded dairy and beverage company Lion-Dairy & Drinks will help the company secure high quality raw milk and expand overseas.
General Mills owned Yoplait debuts dairy-free yogurt
General Mills has launched its first-ever coconut-based non-dairy yogurt, under the Oui by Yoplait brand.
Bellamy’s $1.43 billion price tag doesn’t equal an Australian icon
A week after approval of its takeover of Bellamy’s, China Mengniu picks up a bundle of Australia’s best-known dairy brands … and some criticism as part of the bargain. Marcus Reubenstein reports.
Chinese company scoops Masters
A SECOND iconic Western Australian dairy name, Masters, is about to get a Chinese owner.
Australian dairy company sold to China in multi-million-dollar takeover
One of Australia’s largest dairy operations is set to be bought by China’s biggest dairy chain, a deal which includes some of the country’s most popular milk and juice brands.
Chinese company to take over Dairy Farmers and Aussie dairy icons for $600m
The Chinese company behind the $1.5 billion takeover of organic infant formula maker Bellamy’s has agreed to buy another of Australia’s biggest dairy operations.
