Conagra Brands Acquires Sweetwood Smoke & Co., maker of FATTY Smoked Meat Sticks
Acquiring Company
Chef Boyardee
Acquired Company
Sweetwood Smoke & Co.
ChicagoFood and BeverageFood And BeverageHospitalityFood and BeverageDescription
Conagra Brands, Inc. has acquired Sweetwood Smoke & Co., the maker of FATTY Smoked Meat Sticks. This acquisition reflects Conagra's strategic focus on the snacking and frozen categories, adding a premium brand such as FATTY to its growing, better-for-you snack portfolio.
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Chef Boyardee is acquiring Sweetwood Smoke & Co., announced August 9, 2024. Chef Boyardee is based in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
- Who acquired Sweetwood Smoke & Co?
- Chef Boyardee agreed to acquire Sweetwood Smoke & Co. on August 9, 2024.
- How much did Chef Boyardee pay for Sweetwood Smoke & Co?
- The deal value was not disclosed.
- What does Chef Boyardee do?
- Chef Boyardee is an iconic American brand and category leader in shelf-stable meals.
- Where are Chef Boyardee and Sweetwood Smoke & Co. based?
- Chef Boyardee is based in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
- Who are the decision-makers at Chef Boyardee?
- Fundz holds 3 contacts at Chef Boyardee. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.
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Who acquired Sweetwood Smoke & Co.?
Sweetwood Smoke & Co. was acquired by Chef Boyardee, based in Chicago. The deal was reported on August 12, 2024. Chef Boyardee is an iconic American brand and category leader in shelf-stable meals. It has a rich heritage spanning over 100 years and is known for its family-friendly recipes. Chef Boyardee is privately held and operates in Food and Beverage.
When did Chef Boyardee acquire Sweetwood Smoke & Co.?
Chef Boyardee's acquisition of Sweetwood Smoke & Co. was reported on August 12, 2024. Conagra Brands, Inc. has acquired Sweetwood Smoke & Co., the maker of FATTY Smoked Meat Sticks. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Sweetwood Smoke & Co. do?
Sweetwood Smoke & Co. is the maker of FATTY Smoked Meat Sticks, introduced in 2010 to address the challenge of finding high-quality protein snacks. It is privately held, operating in Food and Beverage.
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