Tag: private equity

Fresh Direct Produce completed three add-on acquisitions during the investment period, including Emperor Specialty Foods based in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, Islands West Manufacturing, Ltd. based in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, and Mike & Mike’s based in Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada.

The Bridgepoint investment will support Sun World’s plans to accelerate its growth strategy by building a broad-based genetics and technology platform for specialty fruit growers.

The deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2021 and is subject to customary closing conditions.

With a move that will help the company continue its growth, Pacific Trellis Fruit announced today its strategic new partnership with Arable Capital Partners, a private investment firm focused exclusively on food and agriculture businesses.

Private equity interests in the fresh produce industry are just beginning, and it's affecting everyone in the supply chain. See what to expect in 2020.

The combined group of companies will be led by Steve Grinstead as CEO and Greg Corsaro as President and COO.