Two of the world’s leading fresh produce companies are to work more closely together following landmark deal
One of North America’s largest fresh produce companies, Taylor Farms, has invested in Hessing, a leading European supplier of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Taylor Farms, which sells salads and other fresh foods from production facilities across the US, Canada, and Mexico, announced the agreement in a press release but did not divulge how much it has spent on the deal.
Hessing will continue to operate as a family business and maintain its majority shareholding, it added.
Founded in 1968, Hessing has grown to be a recognised leader in Europe’s fresh produce industry. From its is headquarters in the Netherlands, it serves customers in several markets including Germany, Belgium, Denmark, and the Netherlands itself.
The group recently established a modern fruit processing facility in Schwalmtal, Germany, and also operates a state-of-the-art production site for vegetables in Greenport Venlo, Netherlands.
The new collaboration between Hessing and Taylor Farms is expected to help the Dutch company to achieve further growth and advance new innovations, the press release added.
“We are excited to work with Hessing as we enter into this strategic partnership,” said Bruce Taylor, chairman and CEO of Taylor Farms. “By combining our respective knowledge and expertise, we can accelerate the development of fresh food innovations and capitalise on new opportunities in Europe together.
”Our mutual commitment to innovation aligns with our goal of creating a positive impact across the entire supply chain.”
“The collaboration with Taylor Farms is an important step for our company,” said Frank Hessing, CEO of Hessing. “In our rapidly changing market, innovation and automation are essential for growth.
”With the expertise of Taylor Farms, we can confidently build towards a healthy and sustainable future while expanding our reach. Together, we can better support our customers in their demand for healthy, fresh products.”
