Investments, Acquisitions and Funding
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Rise Baking Company to acquire Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery in Northeast expansion move
The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, pending standard closing conditions.
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Puratos opens new Flour Competence Center to tackle raw material variability
The specialized research hub is dedicated entirely to advanced flour analysis, application guidance, and the interpretation of crop variations.
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AFC commits US$600M to Dangote’s US$7B fertiliser expansion in Africa
The financing will support a major increase in fertiliser production in Nigeria and fund a new manufacturing plant in Ethiopia as Africa seeks to strengthen food production and cut reliance on imports.
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Ferrero Group initiates US$69.6M industrial expansion program in France
This project will support the development of industrial capacity dedicated to this strategic innovation for the Nutella brand by installing a production line unique in Europe.
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Brace’s Bakery acquired by Boparan Private Office
The acquisition brings together Brace’s regional heritage and brand recognition with BPO’s growing experience of investing in British food businesses, including its recent acquisition of Roberts Bakery in 2025.