The Topps Company, Inc., parent company of Bazooka Candy Brands, and Mudrick Capital Acquisition Corporation II, a publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company, have announced plans that will result in Topps becoming a public company.

Mondelēz International will acquire a significant majority interest in Grenade, a UK performance nutrition pioneer in the fast-growing high-protein bar segment.

Torie & Howard was co-founded by Torie Burke and Howard Slatkin in 2012 with a pledge to produce health-friendly and socially conscious treats.

Dublin-based Valeo Foods is acquiring Schluckwerder Group, maker of Lübeck marzipan, from German investment firm Novum Capital.

Mondelēz International made an initial minority investment in Hu in April 2019 through SnackFutures, its innovation and venture hub dedicated to unlocking emerging snacking opportunities.

McCormick & Company Inc. has purchased all shares of FONA International, manufacturer of clean and natural flavors for the food, beverage and nutritional markets.

The transaction, expected to close in the first quarter of 2021, has been unanimously approved by Whole Earth Brands’ and Wholesome’s Boards of Directors.

NC Custom, the parent company of Amusemints and subsidiary of Nassau Candy, has acquired the continental U.S. business of ACE USA.

Dum Dum maker Spangler Candy Co. has acquired the Bit-O-Honey brand from Pearson’s Candy Co.

Mars, Incorporated will fully acquire KIND North America, three years after Mars took a minority stake in the snacking company.