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M&A Update: Better Being Co. Acquired

Get the details of the deal and the "next phase of growth" for Better Being.

December 20, 2025

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Better Being's vertically integrated platform and consistent focus on product quality and innovation appealed to a syndicate of global investors.

M&A Update: Carbyne Equity Partners Acquires SuanNutra

Suanfarma's nutraceutical ingredients business has recorded 10 consecutive quarters of revenue and gross profit growth.

December 17, 2025

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

The acquisition of SuanNutra marks Carbyne Equity Partners entry into the nutraceutical sector.

Natural Products News Briefs: NOW, MegaFood, SIRIO, & More

What's new in natural? Catch up on the latest!

October 23, 2024

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Read up on all the latest news in the natural products industry.

Natural Products News Briefs: Birch Benders, Clasado, CRN, Helaina, & More

What's new in natural? Catch up on the latest!

October 8, 2024

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Read up on all the latest news in the natural products industry.

Platinum Equity to Acquire Horizon Organic, Wallaby from Danone

The acquisition is being called a landmark move in the organic dairy category.

January 5, 2024

Rebecca Viscomi

Platinum Equity has acquired Horizon Organic, a leader in the organic dairy category, and Wallaby, an Australian-inspired yogurt brand.

Natural Products Industry News Briefs: NutriLeads, BGG, IFF & More

January 19, 2023

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Tofuti participates in Vegan-uary Tofutti Brands, Inc. is participating in Veganuary, a worldwide movement to encourage the reduced consumption of animal products for the month of January. In addition, Tofutti’s recent rebrand now features terms such as vegan, plant-based, Kosher-Parve, and Halal and gluten-free where applicable. The company is pairing...

Jamieson Wellness Announces Acquisition of Nutrawise, Youtheory Brand

June 6, 2022

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Toronto, Canada—Jamieson Wellness announced its acquisition of California-based Nutrawise Health & Beauty Corporation. Jamieson Wellness will acquire the manufacturer and marketer of supplements under the Youtheory brand in the U.S. and other international markets, for nearly $210 million. About the Deal The $210 million includes $25 million in Jamieson Wellness...

Albertsons Announces Acquisition of Remaining Rite Aid Stores

February 20, 2018

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Boise, ID and Camp Hill, PA. - Grocery chain Albertsons announced today it is expanding its retail pharmacy divisions by purchasing more than 2,500 Rite Aid stores. According to a company press release, the combined company is expected to serve more than 40 million U.S. customers per week at approximately 4,900...

PepsiCo Courting Vita Coco's Owners for Potential Acquisition

May 31, 2017

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Harrison, NY — Long-time soft drinks distributor PepsiCo has been reported by Reuters to be in talks to purchase All Market Inc., the owner of leading coconut brand Vita Coco. PepsiCo is offering less than the $1 billion that All Market is seeking, according to the report. All Market owners...

Kicking Horse Coffee Sold to Lavazza

May 25, 2017

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Bedminster, NJ — According to a press release from Swander Pace Capital, the private equity firm has sold Kicking Horse Coffee, Ltd., the #1 organic and fair trade coffee roaster in Canada to Luigi Lavazza S.p.A. in a transaction valued at C$215 million. In 2012, the firm partnered with Kicking...