Brooklyn Brands’ desserts, which include baked foods such as babka and black and white cookies, are available at over 10,000 US retailers in both branded and private label packaging.
Cargill officials said the decision to sell was made, “After an extensive review of its portfolio and alternatives for the future of its poultry business in China.”
The companies said the sale of Dole's Vegetables division to Chiquita will help solve labor and inflation-related issues, increase innovation and create even stronger food safety programs.