J.R. Watkins: Divorce filing hints at sale of J.R. Watkins businesses

Watkins Inc., the Winona-based maker of J.R. Watkins spices, lotions and home care products, is apparently in talks with a buyer for some of its product lines, according to papers that surfaced in connection with the CEO's divorce case. Minnesota Public Radio reports that Watkins has been quietly looking for a buyer since April 2016, citing papers filed this week as part of the divorce proceedings between CEO Mark Jacobs and his wife, Patricia. Mark's father is Minnesota businessman Irwin Jacobs,...