Continental Grain Company Invests in Agroberries to Accelerate the Company’s Global Expansion Plans

Agroberries commercializes over 50,000 tons of berries per year to a blue-chip customer base primarily in North America and Europe, sourced from its landbank of more than 2,000 hectares and a diverse network of third-party growers. The Company’s agricultural footprint spans across five different countries, including some of the world’s most productive regions.

Sysco Announces Agreement to Acquire The Coastal Companies, a Leading Fresh Produce Distributor

December 7, 2021 Sysco

Sysco Corporation (NYSE: SYY), the leading global foodservice distribution company, announced today it has entered into an agreement to acquire The Coastal Companies, a leading fresh produce distributor and value-added processer, from Continental Grain Company. Upon completion of the transaction, the acquisition will operate as part of FreshPoint, Sysco’s specialty produce business. The acquisition will create a strong FreshPoint presence in the Mid-Atlantic region, provide significant value-added manufacturing capabilities and further diversify Sysco’s produce specialty business.

Sanderson Farms Stockholders Approve Combination with Cargill and Continental Grain Company

October 27, 2021 Sanderson Farms

Sanderson Farms, Inc. announced that at a special meeting of stockholders, its stockholders approved the previously announced agreement for a joint venture between Cargill and Continental Grain to acquire Sanderson Farms for $203 per share in cash. Upon completion of the transaction, Cargill and Continental Grain will combine Sanderson Farms with Wayne Farms, a subsidiary of Continental Grain, to form a new, privately held poultry business.

Cargill and Continental Grain Company to Acquire Sanderson Farms for $203 per Share in Cash and Create a Leading U.S. Poultry Company

August 9, 2021 Cargill

 Cargill, Continental Grain Company, and Sanderson Farms, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAFM) announced today they have reached a definitive agreement for a joint venture between Cargill and Continental Grain to acquire Sanderson Farms for $203 per share in cash, representing a total equity value for Sanderson Farms of $4.53 billion. T

Cérélia Group Acquires US Waffle and Receives Strategic Investment From Continental Grain Company

March 31, 2021 Cérélia

Cérélia is delighted to announce that it has both acquired US Waffle and received a strategic equity investment from Continental Grain Company.