Mars to buy Kellanova for nearly US$30 billionOnce the deal is finalized, Kellanova will become part of Mars Snacking. Mars may be in talks to buy Kellanova: ReutersProposed deal would be one of the biggest ever in the packaged food sector, say analysts. Excel Refreshers Exciting new flavours and format. Candy companies pitch gum as a stress reliever and concentration aid to revive stale U.S. sales Globally, gum sales burst during pandemic, but are on the rise again. Product of the Year Canada announces 2024 winners 4,000 Canadians voted for winners across 39 categories, covering food, snacks, beverages, health products and more. More than just a treat, consumers are turning to chocolate to boost their mood Not even a recent sharp rise in cocoa prices, and a corresponding price increase at shelf level, has been enough to turn consumers away. Special report: Grey market products The growing infiltration of non-compliant confectionary products pose a risk to c-stores and customers, say industry experts. 2021 Star Woman in Convenience winner: Marie-Andrée Bourgeois Sales director, Kind Snacks Mars to acquire KIND North America Three years after taking a minority stake in the healthy snacking company, Mars Inc. Path to Purchase Expo to include Consumer Goods Sales & Marketing Summit This year’s Path to Purchase Expo (P2PX) will include the co-located Consumer Goods Sales & Marketing Summit (CGSM), adding even more thought leadership and unique business opportunities to the already extensive expo agenda. First Previous 1 2 3 Next Last
