- In June 2024, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. and its subsidiary Korea Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (KOP) announced the launch of their online sales for the SOYJOY whole-soy nutrition bar in South Korea starting from May 2024. SOYJOY will gradually be available at Health and Beauty (H&B) stores and convenience stores across the country
- In November 2021, Nexira, a U.S.-based natural ingredient and botanical extracts company, revealed the successful acquisition of Unipektin, a Switzerland-based natural-food and premium ingredient manufacturing firm. The acquisition, the financial details of which were not disclosed, has enhanced Nexira’s food and nutrition portfolio
- In August 2021, Cargill, Inc., a Minnesota-based food company, and Continental Grain Company, based in Belgium, entered into an agreement to acquire Sanderson Farms, a U.S.-based poultry producer, for USD 4.53 billion. As part of the agreement, each existing shareholder of Sanderson Farms will receive USD 203 for each share held
- In July 2021, Nua, a feminine hygiene company based in India, introduced a new nutrition mix product called “Uplift”. The nourishing drink contains grape seed extract, soy isoflavones, and other ingredients, catering to the growing demand for functional foods
- In October 2020, Royal DSM, a Netherlands-based company known for its nutrition and personal care products, announced the acquisition of Erber Group for approximately 980 million euros. This acquisition grants DSM access to Bomin and Romer Labs, both part of the Erber Group
