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The University of Idaho (U of I), Boise, Idaho, announced plans to build a new meat science and innovation center that will house Vandal Brand Meats, which are produced by students, faculty and staff from the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Department of Animal and Veterinary Science, on the Moscow campus.

Ben E. Keith Foods, Fort Worth, Texas, announced a plastic reduction initiative, in conjunction with Markon Cooperative Inc., Salinas, Calif., intended to move the produce industry away from single-use plastic.

Big Joe Forklifts, Lombard, Ill., celebrated its 68th anniversary with the completion of its Wisconsin Dells, Wis., facility expansion.

California Giant, Watsonville, Calif., conducted field tests on prototype cardboard clamshells for fresh strawberries to determine the most environmental-friendly package.

Weis Markets, Sunbury, Pa., announced plans to invest $109 million during 2019 to build new stores, remodel existing locations, make supply chain improvements and upgrade continued information technology.

Specright, Inc., Irvine, Calif., announced an $8.8 million Series A round of funding to accelerate product development, grow the team from 30 to 75 employees by early 2020 and expand operations in producing Specification Data Management (SDM) software.

Next Generation Films, Lexington, Ohio, and Charter NEX Films, Milton, Wis., announced plans to join forces, creating a new platform focused on leading the specialty films market.

Tyson Foods Inc., Springdale, Ark., sold its 6.5% stake in Beyond Meat, El Segundo, Calif., to reportedly develop its own line of alternative protein products through Tyson Ventures.

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Saputo Inc., Canada, announced plans to acquire the specialty cheese business of Lion-Dairy & Drinks Pty Ltd.