2007-10-16 16:04:07 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food & Drink ➔ Other - Food & Drink
1903
James L. Kraft begins a wholesale cheese business in Chicago, Illinois. By 1914 the company opens its first plant and begins manufacturing its own cheese.
1923
Vegemite yeast spread is introduced in Australia by Fred Walker & Co. of Melbourne. In 1926 Kraft Cheese Company acquires an interest in the company.
1924
James L. Kraft opens his first European sales office in London.
1927
Kraft establishes a sales office in Hamburg, Germany and Kraft Cheese Company Ltd. is established in England.
1928
Kraft Cheese Company acquires the Phenix Cheese Corporation, maker of Philadelphia Brand cream cheese (introduced in the U.S. in 1880).
2007-10-16 16:11:56 · answer #1 · answered by Buff Me 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Never, since kraft is not a government owned entity. See Buff's answer.
2007-10-16 23:13:06 · answer #2 · answered by Wiz 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I was also surprised...
Fifteen years ago?
2007-10-16 23:08:38 · answer #3 · answered by aetheru 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't know, but I am sure glad we did!
2007-10-16 23:06:16 · answer #4 · answered by Ashley S 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋