Barry Callebaut Canada opens third chocolate factory
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"Hello F&B processors! This newsletter highlights several key investments made by large MNCs like Danone, PepsiCo and Barry Callebaut in Canada. Happy reading!"

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TOP HEADLINES

Danone to expand flagship Quebec plant

Danone Canada makes the largest investment ever made by the company in Canada to expand its flagship Boucherville plant in Quebec.

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Barry Callebaut opens third chocolate factory in Canada

Representing an investment of US$104 million, the greenfield facility is equipped with production lines focused on liquid molding, liquid chocolate, and industrial molding as well as warehousing.

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Ardian sells Frulact to PE firm

Ardian, a private equity firm, is selling Frulact, a global natural ingredient solutions platform for the food and beverage industries, to another private equity company, Nexture.

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Grupo Bimbo appoints new CEO

Grupo Bimbo names Alejandro Rodriguez Bas as CEO after the resignation of Rafael Pamias Romero, who decided to step down due to health issues.

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Industry Highlights

PepsiCo plans to nearly double its regenerative farmland in Canada

PepsiCo is working with farmers in Saskatchewan and Manitoba to nearly double its regenerative agriculture footprint to more than 500,000 acres by year end.

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Beyond compliance

Smart hygiene protects food processors’ reputation and profits, and requires a comprehensive approach that integrates people, processes and innovative solutions.

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Interprovincial trade barriers keep small businesses bottled up: CFIB

Canada's small and craft alcohol producers face major roadblocks when trying to sell alcohol across provincial borders despite recent agreements meant to ease trade restrictions, according to a new CFIB report.

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Free risk reduction help for food manufacturers

Ontario food and beverage manufacturers can now benefit from a free proactive needs assessment delivered by a professional consultant and get customized, actionable safety advice at no cost.

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