Food and Beverage Deals and Investments

Prodalim Acquires Better Juice
DealsMay 21, 2026

Prodalim Acquires Better Juice

Prodalim announced the acquisition of Israeli food‑technology company Better Juice, known for its enzymatic sugar‑reduction technology. Financial terms were not disclosed. The deal expands Prodalim’s portfolio and includes plans to add a production line at its Winter Garden, Florida facility,...

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Arla Foods Acquires Australian Cottage Cheese Producer Brancourts
DealsMay 20, 2026

Arla Foods Acquires Australian Cottage Cheese Producer Brancourts

Arla Foods, via its Arla Foods Mayer Australia venture, announced the acquisition of Australian cottage cheese maker Brancourts. Financial terms were not disclosed and the deal is expected to close within a few weeks, expanding Arla's presence in the Australian...

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Brami Raises $33M Series B to Expand High‑protein Lupini Bean Pasta
DealsMay 19, 2026

Brami Raises $33M Series B to Expand High‑protein Lupini Bean Pasta

US plant‑based pasta maker Brami announced a $33 million Series B round led by VM G Partners. The funding will be used to launch new pasta shapes, broaden retail distribution across Walmart, Kroger, Costco, Whole Foods and Target, and strengthen its Italy‑based supply...

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Orkla Acquires UK Biscuits Supplier Phoenix Brands
DealsMay 18, 2026

Orkla Acquires UK Biscuits Supplier Phoenix Brands

Norwegian conglomerate Orkla has completed the acquisition of UK biscuits supplier Phoenix Brands, a B2B provider of digestives, bourbons and shortcake. The deal, executed by Orkla Food Ingredients' subsidiary Orchard Foods Valley (OV UK), integrates Phoenix Brands into Orkla Food...

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Danone Sells Its 22.7% Stake in Lifeway Foods in $67M Secondary Public Offering
DealsMay 18, 2026

Danone Sells Its 22.7% Stake in Lifeway Foods in $67M Secondary Public Offering

Danone announced it has entered into an agreement to sell its 22.7% stake in Lifeway Foods, comprising 3.45 million shares priced at $19.50 each, in a secondary underwritten public offering expected to close on May 19, 2026. The transaction values the stake at...

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Boparan Private Office Completes Acquisition of German Turkey Processor Heidemark
DealsMay 18, 2026

Boparan Private Office Completes Acquisition of German Turkey Processor Heidemark

EU competition regulators approved Boparan Private Office's takeover of Heidemark, a German turkey and chicken processor, finalising the deal first announced in February. Heidemark will become part of the Storteboom Food Group's European division while retaining its brand and management....

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Esperto Hospitality Group Acquires Daddy's Chicken Shack
DealsMay 17, 2026

Esperto Hospitality Group Acquires Daddy's Chicken Shack

New Jersey-based Esperto Hospitality Group has completed the acquisition of fast-casual chicken chain Daddy's Chicken Shack from private-equity firm Area 15. The deal, announced on May 17 2026, positions Esperto to expand the brand on the East Coast, with the...

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Roxberry Closes Major Funding Round
DealsMay 14, 2026

Roxberry Closes Major Funding Round

Roxberry, the first modern soda brand for kids, announced the closing of a major funding round to accelerate its national expansion. The round’s size was not disclosed. The new capital will support growth, product development, and broader market reach.

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Sazerac Acquires Equity Stake in SipMargs, Secures Exclusive Distribution Partnership
DealsMay 14, 2026

Sazerac Acquires Equity Stake in SipMargs, Secures Exclusive Distribution Partnership

Sazerac announced it is acquiring an equity interest in SipMargs, the ready‑to‑drink sparkling margarita brand backed by influencer Alix Earle, and will serve as its exclusive distributor. The size of the investment was not disclosed. SipMargs has posted six straight quarters...

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Dil Foods Raises $7.7M in Series B Led by Bikaji Foods Family Office
DealsMay 12, 2026

Dil Foods Raises $7.7M in Series B Led by Bikaji Foods Family Office

Dil Foods, a Bengaluru‑based virtual restaurant operator, raised ₹72 Cr (≈$7.7 M) in a Series B round led by Bikaji Foods Family Office, with participation from V3 Ventures, MJV Ventures and Alteria Capital. The capital will fund expansion into Tier I & II cities, launch new...

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Dawn Meats Acquires German Importer Alexander Eyckeler
DealsMay 12, 2026

Dawn Meats Acquires German Importer Alexander Eyckeler

Irish meat processor Dawn Meats announced the acquisition of German importer and distributor Alexander Eyckeler for an undisclosed sum. The deal, disclosed on 12 May 2026, expands Dawn Meats' presence in the German market and strengthens its partnership with New...

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C&C Group Merges Matthew Clark and Bibendum Into Single Business
DealsMay 12, 2026

C&C Group Merges Matthew Clark and Bibendum Into Single Business

C&C Group announced that its two UK drink distributors, Matthew Clark and Bibendum, will be merged into a unified proposition called Matthew Clark Bibendum. The integration aims to combine Matthew Clark’s logistics network with Bibendum’s wine expertise, simplifying customer access...

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Cal-Maine Foods to Acquire Van’s Foods Assets From Sara Lee Frozen Bakery
DealsMay 12, 2026

Cal-Maine Foods to Acquire Van’s Foods Assets From Sara Lee Frozen Bakery

Cal‑Maine Foods Inc. announced the acquisition of the assets of Van’s Foods, a frozen‑breakfast supplier, from Sara Lee Frozen Bakery LLC. The deal will expand Cal‑Maine’s prepared‑foods portfolio and is expected to boost annual sales by about 10% on a pro‑forma...

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Amadori Acquires Granarolo’s Unconventional Plant‑based Foods Business
DealsMay 11, 2026

Amadori Acquires Granarolo’s Unconventional Plant‑based Foods Business

Italian poultry group Amadori has completed the acquisition of Granarolo’s Unconventional plant‑based foods business, including the Coriano production site and the Unconventional 100 % Vegetale brand. Financial terms were not disclosed. The deal expands Amadori’s protein portfolio and aims to position it...

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