Technology and research at core of Hi-Food USA activities.
Transaction valued at $18 billion.
Company attributes success to a multitude of drivers.
Company says it’s targeting ‘niches at scale.’
Company sees strong response to renovations in spices and seasonings.
But opportunity to better engage with customers still exists.
Report says CEOs are creating priority lists.
Past few years have been spent on getting product to market, CEO says.
Sources say final touches being put on deal.
New facility in Arkansas slated to open in Q4.