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Located in Minneapolis, Minn., USA, General Mills is one of the world’s largest food companies.

Our brands include Betty Crocker, Cheerios, Fiber One, Green Giant, Hamburger Helper, Nature Valley, Pillsbury, Progresso and Yoplait.

 

Brand and product news

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May 13, 2013
IRI names Nature Valley Protein Bars one of 2012’s most successful new products
The 2012 New Product Pacesetters™ Report, recently released by Information Resources Inc., named Nature Valley Protein Bars as one of the top 10 new products in the Food & Beverage Brands category.
April 25, 2013
Cheerios serves Spoonfuls of Stories for the 11th year to get books into childrens' hands
Furthering its commitment to nourish children’s bodies and minds, Cheerios® is expanding its Spoonfuls of Stories® to reach older kids for the first time in the history of the 11-year program.

Company performance

March 20, 2013
General Mills reports results for fiscal 2013 third quarter
General Mills (NYSE: GIS) today reported results for the third quarter of fiscal 2013. Contributions from new businesses in this period primarily reflect operating results for Yoki Alimentos in Brazil and Yoplait Canada.
March 12, 2013
General Mills announces 15 percent dividend increase
General Mills (NYSE: GIS) said today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend payable May 1, 2013, and also approved a 15 percent increase in the dividend rate effective with the Aug. 1, 2013, payment.

Employer of choice

May 14, 2013
General Mills honored for 10th consecutive year in “Best Companies for Multicultural Women” list from Working Mother
Working Mother has selected General Mills as one of 25 “Best Companies for Multicultural Women” in the U.S. for its ability to hire, retain and advance women of color.
April 30, 2013
General Mills reports progress on global responsibility efforts
Today, General Mills released its 2013 Global Responsibility Report, which outlines the company’s progress and commitments in the areas of health, environment, sourcing, workplace and community engagement.

Health and wellness

March 18, 2013
Hunger-Free Minnesota, General Mills Foundation, announce $220,000 grant
Hunger-Free Minnesota and the General Mills Foundation today announced a $220,000 grant award to Children’s Defense Fund – Minnesota. The grant is being given to support Hunger-Free Minnesota’s School Breakfast Program, a statewide effort aimed at increasing participation in the United States Department of Agriculture-funded School Breakfast Program.
February 28, 2013
General Mills Foundation joins new Presidential Youth Fitness Program
Today, during an event where First Lady Michelle Obama discussed the need for increased physical activity opportunities in schools, the General Mills Foundation committed $10 million to help implement the new Presidential Youth Fitness Program, a comprehensive, school-based fitness assessment program.

Global growth

March 20, 2013
General Mills reports results for fiscal 2013 third quarter
General Mills (NYSE: GIS) today reported results for the third quarter of fiscal 2013. Contributions from new businesses in this period primarily reflect operating results for Yoki Alimentos in Brazil and Yoplait Canada.
December 19, 2012
General Mills reports fiscal 2013 second quarter results
General Mills (NYSE: GIS) today reported results for the second quarter of fiscal 2013. Contributions from new businesses primarily reflect the first three months of consolidated operating results for the Yoki Alimentos business in Brazil and Yoplait Canada.

Social responsibility

April 30, 2013
General Mills reports progress on global responsibility efforts
Today, General Mills released its 2013 Global Responsibility Report, which outlines the company’s progress and commitments in the areas of health, environment, sourcing, workplace and community engagement.
April 25, 2013
Cheerios serves Spoonfuls of Stories for the 11th year to get books into childrens' hands
Furthering its commitment to nourish children’s bodies and minds, Cheerios® is expanding its Spoonfuls of Stories® to reach older kids for the first time in the history of the 11-year program.
 

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