All Mergers & Acquisitions articles
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NewsMission Produce reports Q1 loss amid avocado pricing pressure
Integration planning continues for the pending Calavo Growers acquisition, expected to close in the fiscal third quarter
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NewsAnecoop expands production base with incorporation of Marfruit
The Elche-based company produces around 50,000 tonnes of fruits and vegetables in Valencia, Murcia, and Castilla-La Mancha
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NewsDole South Africa and Mahela form joint venture
Two major players have formed an equal partnership to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery through the Letaba Pakkers facility
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NewsCN Seeds ‘shocked but glad’ following news of Tozer JV
Commercial director Ian Botes says further acquisitions of breeders by growers are ‘unlikely’ after ‘surprise’ JV acquisition of veg seed competitor
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NewsFresh Del Monte CEO outlines strategic vision for 2026
Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh says the pending Del Monte Foods acquisition represents a “deeply personal” opportunity to reunify the global brand
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NewsFresh Del Monte secures court approval for asset acquisition
Approval clears the way for Fresh Del Monte to acquire prepared and packaged foods businesses as well as global ownership of the Del Monte brand
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FeaturesPrepWorld riding a wave amid fresh-cut sales boom
CEO Ben Olins reflects on the unique challenges of running a prepared fruit business at a time of growth and dynamism for the supplier
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NewsA Duda & Sons and G’s Group acquire UK’s Tozer Seeds
Deal with boost R&D capabilities and ensure access to cutting-edge varieties for growers and partners
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NewsOrsero Group plans €5mn investment in Italy and Spain
Strong expected performance in its core distribution business sets Italian company up for year of expansion in Europe and North America
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FeaturesOmer-Decugis cements position in West African mangoes
With the acquisition of Ivorian mango exporter Vergers du Bandama, France’s Omer-Decugis & Cie has further bolstered its position as the leading exporter of West African mangoes
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NewsFrench competition authority waves through agri-food mergers
The Autorité de la Concurrence has approved two major mergers, between Greenyard Frozen France and Eureden, and between the Terres du Sud and Vivadour agricultural cooperatives
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NewsFresh Del Monte to take global ownership of Del Monte brand
US$285mn bid secures group large part of bankrupt Del Monte Foods Corporation II, including assets in US, Mexico, and Venezuela
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NewsMission Produce to acquire Calavo Growers
The deal combines Mission’s vertically integrated avocado platform with Calavo’s century-old heritage in sourcing and distribution, creating an expanded network
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NewsVertical farm GrowUp made losses of £3.7mn before administration sale agreed
Kent-based supplier of vertically-grown leafy salads was sold before Christmas to a new private equity subsidiary, with new documents revealing company’s financial performance
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NewsOrsero Group confirms intention to enter US market ‘soon’
Company also plans to open new facilities in northern Spain and Seville shortly, as it pursues long-term expansion plan
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NewsHapag-Lloyd ports arm continues expansion with acquisition of Florida terminal
Hanseatic Global Terminals agrees to take full ownership of one of the biggest container shipping hubs in the US
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NewsGiumarra chairman Don Corsaro retires
The Giumarra Companies has also announced investment from specialist food and agribusiness group AGR Partners
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NewsSeatrade takes strategic stake in JR Shipping Group
Refrigerated shipping specialist will provide maritime expertise and investment capacity to support JR Shipping’s growth ambitions
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NewsPrepWorld France prepares to grab slice of European fresh-cut market
New joint venture between Omer-Decugis & Cie and PrepWorld will be situated at the Port of Dunkirk
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AnalysisTaking control: analysing the FPJ Big 50 Companies 2026
The biggest companies in UK fresh produce supply are doing all they can to make their businesses resilient and ready for growth