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HandStands air freshener company to be acquired by Energizer
MIAMI -- A leader in the domestic automobile air freshener segment announced that the company has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by Energizer Holdings, Inc.

The battery maker is acquiring automotive air-freshener maker HandStands from the private equity firm Trivest Partners for $340 million.
Report: Larabar unveils new snack line
Larabar, a business unit of General Mills, Inc., is venturing into the confectionery category with the launch of Larabar Bites, according to a report from bakingbusiness.com. Hitting shelves in June, the truffle-like bites are made with six or fewer simple ingredients, including dates, fair trade chocolate chips, almonds and coconut flour, and are packaged in a resealable pouch. (bakingbusiness.com)

KIND to debut a new snack bar in August

NEW YORK -- One of the leading nutrition bar brands in the checkout aisle is launching a new product targeted at consumers looking for more fruit in their snack bar.
Russell Stover gets out of the box and into the bag

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Russell Stover is launching a new line called Everyday, offering chocolate lovers both classic and new confections in the convenience of a bag.

Everyday chocolates include individually wrapped versions of Russell Stover's time-honored candies along with snackable bites, sugar-free bites, barks, pretzels and minis that stay fresh in re-sealable bags. Unveiled at the 2016 Sweets and Snacks Expo in Chicago, Everyday varieties can be found in the candy aisle of leading retailers nationwide.
Mars unwraps new flavors for Snickers, Twix and Dove brands

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. -- Mars Chocolate North America is launching new flavor extensions to some of consumers' favorite chocolate brands.
Fit Organic introduces a new weapon against Zika

CINCINNATI -- One of the world's leading makers of USDA-certified organic consumer products has unveiled a Mosquito Repellent Spray.

Organically certified safe for pregnant women and children, Fit Organic Mosquito Repellent Spray has been scientifically proven to be as effective as DEET for up to three hours with zero bites, and without the potential harmful side effects of using synthetic pesticides.
Mondelez strengthens efforts to address child labor in cocoa production

DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Mondelez is taking the next step in its efforts to empower cocoa-farming communities through its Cocoa Life program.

The company commissioned two independent assessments of child protection in the cocoa sector in Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana. Human rights group Embode assessed conditions in Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana in 2015 and analyzed the environment and national child protection infrastructure.
Ensueño launches innovative laundry campaign

HOUSTON -- One of the leading fabric softener brands in the U.S. is launching a bold new campaign inviting consumers of all backgrounds and ages to celebrate and embrace their uniqueness.
Blue Plate unveils a category first: Greek yogurt mayonnaise

NEW ORLEANS -- An iconic Southern brand is shaking up the condiment aisle with the industry's first mayonnaise made with Greek yogurt.

Blue Plate Light Mayonnaise with Greek Yogurt (Blue Plate Light Greek) features creamy, tangy Greek yogurt for a full-flavored light mayonnaise with half the fat and calories of traditional mayonnaise, plus one gram of protein per serving. The new Blue Plate Light Greek is in stores now, available in a 30-ounce jar and a 12-ounce squeeze bottle.
Dean Foods launches 100% lactose-free milk nationwide

DALLAS -- Dean Foods is targeting the estimated 30 to 50 million U.S. consumers who are lactose intolerant with new DairyPure Lactose Free milk.

DairyPure Lactose Free milk provides the same eight essential nutrients – calcium, protein, vitamins A, D and B12, riboflavin, phosphorus and potassium – and is backed by the brand's exclusive Five-Point Purity Promise: