The all-cash transaction is valued at approximately $8.55 billion, including Hillshire Brands’ outstanding net debt.

Quincy Street manufactures and markets a range of ready, to eat meats and meat products nationwide.

Findings reveal Americans often undercook chicken, rarely wash hands; research highlights need for increased consumer food safety education.

The RPI stood at 102.1 in May, up 0.4 percent over April and the third consecutive monthly gain and strongest reading since March 2012.

Hillshire Board will now review the Tyson Foods acquisition offer.

CytoSport’s brands align with the company’s focus on protein while further diversifying the Hormel Foods portfolio.