1 EXHIBIT 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER DATED AS OF APRIL 4, 2001Merger Agreement • April 9th, 2001 • Dean Foods Co • Dairy products • Delaware
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Rights Agent RIGHTS AGREEMENTRights Agreement • April 9th, 2001 • Dean Foods Co • Dairy products
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RECITALS:Change in Control Agreement • April 9th, 2001 • Dean Foods Co • Dairy products • Delaware
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