The Arnott’s ownership passed to the American  Campbell’s Soup Company in 1997.  Campbell’s had been increasing its stake in the company since the 1980s when Arnott’s sought backing to avoid a takeover by Nabisco.  The Arnott family had retained an interest in the company but a failed foray into snack foods and a slump in the Australian … Continue reading 1997 Arnott’s ownership passed to Campbell’s