Udi's is owned by Conagra Brands (the United States, NYSE: CAG), which acquired the brand on 26 October 2018 for $10.9 billion from Pinnacle Foods.[1][2] Before Conagra Brands, Udi's was owned by Pinnacle Foods from 2014 to 2018.[2]
Udi's began as a Denver sandwich shop and became one of the largest gluten-free bakery brands in the United States, selling bread, bagels and muffins. Conagra acquired it with Pinnacle Foods in 2018, having competed with it in the freezer aisle.
Conagra acquired Pinnacle Foods in a cash and stock deal, adding Birds Eye, Duncan Hines and Vlasic. Conagra sold its Wesson oil brand to satisfy competition concerns, and Pinnacle had been an acquisition target for several years before the deal closed.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the parent company of Udi's?
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The parent company of Udi's is Conagra Brands, a publicly listed company headquartered in the United States.
Is Udi's American?
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Yes. Udi's originated in the United States in 1994 and its owner, Conagra Brands, is also headquartered in the United States.
When did Conagra Brands buy Udi's?
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Conagra Brands completed its acquisition of Udi's on 26 October 2018, after announcing the deal on 27 June 2018. The deal was valued at $10.9 billion (enterprise value).
Who owned Udi's before Conagra Brands?
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Before Conagra Brands, Udi's was owned by Pinnacle Foods from 2014 until 2018.
Is Udi's still owned by Conagra Brands?
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Yes. As of 16 September 2026, Udi's is still owned by Conagra Brands. The ownership record was last checked against primary sources on that date.
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