States Join US Probe Of Cargill/ConAgra Flour Deal

July 8, 2013 Diane Bartz, Reuters

A group of wheat-growing states has joined the U.S. Justice Department in investigating a proposed joint venture by Cargill, CHS and ConAgra, which would make the largest U.S. flour miller even larger, two sources told Reuters.

World Cocoa Foundation & ACDI/VOCA Join Forces To Bring Technology, Benefits To Indonesia's Cocoa Farmers

July 5, 2013 World Cocoa Foundation

ACDI/VOCA and the World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) are launching an agricultural development initiative in Indonesia called the Cocoa Innovations Project, leveraging private-sector partnerships to help further develop the Indonesian cocoa sector. The project aims to improve cocoa farmers' incomes and efficiency through innovations in crop management and the application of information technology.

Dianne's Fine Desserts Celebrates 1st Year, New Cakes, Packaging & Distribution

Dianne's Fine Desserts, a top provider of gourmet frozen thaw-and-serve desserts, celebrated its first year as a standalone company by unveiling several enhancements to its product offerings, as well as, a new look and feel for the Company that reflects its industry leadership and unwavering dedication to excellence, quality, accountability and success for its customers.

B2B Marketer Dawn Foods Leverages Insights To 'Change The Conversation'

Dawn Foods is a leading sweet baked goods player that has pulled together a complete marketing and sales program based on rich consumer insights to help its customers drive sales.

Miller Baking Plans Expansion Of Milwaukee Headquarters

Miller Baking Co. is in the initial stages of a planned expansion of its operations at its location near downtown Milwaukee, according to a city document.