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Snacks division leads General Mills' business growth

Strong sales and increased market share of some of its healthier snacks helped boost overall sales in the US during the first quarter ended 26 August, General Mills reported today.

General Mills sales rise 6 per cent after restructuring

General Mills yesterday said it achieved growth in both annual net sales and operating profits, after cutting ties with underperforming sectors.

General Mills' whole grain cereal conversion in retrospect

Changing its entire cereal portfolio to whole grains last year presented General Mills with a huge opportunity, but also a number of challenges, said the firm, which yesterday explored the...

Martek deal pits General Mills against Kellogg in omega-3 race

The race is on to see which of two leading cereal makers will be the first to place an omega-3 fortified product on shelves, following a new license and supply...

General Mills plans for tough year ahead

US cereal giant General Mills has indicated year-end earnings will be higher than previously expected, but admits next year's outlook may be gloomy as rising commodity costs and interest repayments...

Rising costs impair profit for General Mills

Like many other food producers General Mills is suffering from rising costs, which are holding back profits, despite increasing sales, according to the latest financial report.

General Mills to integrate remaining Pillsbury flour brands

General Mills has underlined its commitment to bakery by integrating Pillsbury bakery flour brands into its bakery ingredients segment.

General Mills attacked for misleading health ads

A controversial national ad campaign from General Mills looks likely to run into trouble with the health lobby, writes Anthony Fletcher.

Consumers snub General Mills price rise

A dip in profits for US cereal giant General Mills highlights the rising threat of private label competition on the cereal market, making branded players work harder to justify higher...

Innovation and focus lift Kellogg above General Mills

Cereal and snack producer Kellogg will have the edge over arch-rival General Mills over the next few years as superior innovations in the premium health sector and a more focused...

Frozen bakery sparks General Mills recovery

Frozen and chilled baked goods are the leading lights among US firm General Mills' bakery and cereal products as the company begins a tentative recovery against high raw materials costs,...

General Mills profit decline indicates industry-wide trend

General Mills is the latest food manufacturer to report a decline in net profit this year, and again the blame goes on raw material price hikes and fierce competition in...

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