Commodities remain a concern, but opportunities are seen on factory floors.

Concern about weight management and other health issues is driving the trend.

Pilgrim's Pride said it would not increase its bid beyond $7.7 billion.

Chief executive calls health science business a ‘category in the making’.

Company admits to selling adulterated products, bribing a USDA inspector and misbranding products with intent to defraud.

Hillshire Brands' board of directors have agreed to enter into talks with both Pilgrim's Pride and Tyson Foods.

The acquisition would make Pilgrim's Pride the fifth-largest company in the North American meat and poultry industry.

Financial analysts speculate other bidders may emerge for the value-added meat processor.

The bid by Pilgrim's Pride is contingent on Hillshire Brands terminating its agreement to acquire Pinnacle Foods.

Consumers are demanding more protein, but supply challenges are hindering growth.