"Margaret Rudkin started baking stone-ground, whole wheat bread for her son, which drastically improved his health. She began selling her bread at the local grocery store."
"By 1961, Pepperidge Farm was making $32 million in revenue, had six factories in the United States, and a lineup of over 50 products."
"Campbell's was making $516 million in revenue, had 28 factories, and over 100 products, showcasing its ambition to grow even further."
Campbell's, known for its iconic canned soups, also owns Pepperidge Farm, which began as a bread company founded by Margaret Rudkin in the 1930s. Rudkin started baking whole wheat bread for her son with allergies, leading to the establishment of Pepperidge Farm. By 1961, the company had grown to $32 million in revenue and over 50 products. Campbell's, with $516 million in revenue and a larger product range, acquired Pepperidge Farm in 1961, further expanding its offerings in the food market.
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