California Dairies to Acquire DairyAmerica

December 5, 2022 California Dairies

California Dairies, Inc. (CDI), the largest dairy farmer-owned cooperative in California, announced that it has agreed to acquire DairyAmerica, effective January 1, 2023.

Dream to Bring Organic Ricemilk to Shoppers Nationwide With New Look, Versatile Varieties

December 5, 2022 SunOpta

For longtime fans and those looking for their new dairy-free favorite, Dream™ Organic “Whole” Ricemilk and Dream™ Organic 2% Fat Ricemilk are hitting grocery shelves across the nation with a refreshed look. Both varieties of the versatile plant-based ricemilk are deliciously drinkable, refreshing with a hint of sweetness, and have a very similar texture and mouthfeel to dairy milk.

Bimbo Canada Teams Up With NBCUniversal for a Gru-Vy Minions Partnership

December 5, 2022 Bimbo Canada

Canada’s oldest and largest commercial bakery, Bimbo Canada, is teaming up with the highest grossing animated franchise of all time—NBCUniversal’s Minions. The program pairs Canadian staples such as Dempster’s®, Villaggio®, POM®, Sara Lee Little Bites® and more with the universally loved cultural powerhouse of Minions.

US Foods Announces Dave Flitman as Chief Executive Officer

December 5, 2022 US Foods

US Foods Holding Corp. announced that Dave Flitman will become Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective Jan. 5, 2023. Flitman will also be a member of the US Foods Board of Directors (the “Board”).

Harbor Wholesale Announces Acquisition of MTC Distributing Co.

December 5, 2022 Harbor Wholesale 

Harbor Wholesale, the Northwest’s top family-owned, independent distributor, acquired Modesto, CA-based MTC Distributing Co. The combined 200 years of market leadership forms the premier customer-focused and family-owned distribution company on the West Coast.