Market tests are underway in Brazil, Japan, the Philippines and the US.

Combined business will have sales of approximately $12.3 billion.

Demand for oat milk continues to outstrip capacity.

Business is a processor of canned and frozen vegetables and fruits.

Company does not plan to bring its meat alternative brands to the United States.

Brand was acquired by Starbucks in 2011.

Helper and Suddenly Salad businesses had sales of approximately $235 million.

Puravida is a Brazilian manufacturer and marketer of vitamins, supplements and other wellness products.

Some manufacturers are taking advantage of the state-by-state confusion to manufacture copycat products marketed using unsubstantiated claims.

Announcement comes a week after McDonald’s decided to leave the market.