NatureSweet Tomatoes
Acquisition in 2023
NatureSweet Tomatoes, headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, specializes in the production and distribution of a variety of fresh, vine-ripened tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and mini sweet peppers. The company's operations encompass farming, harvesting, packaging, and handpicking, all conducted in sustainable greenhouses. This ensures the delivery of premium quality, fresh produce to retailers, restaurants, and grocery stores, enabling them to provide their customers with high-quality food at competitive prices.
Natural American Foods
Acquisition in 2021
Natural American Foods is a prominent processor of honey and natural sweeteners in the United States, headquartered in Michigan with additional operations in San Bernardino, California. The company serves a wide range of customers, including food manufacturers, foodservice providers, and retail consumers. It specializes in producing high-quality honey that retains natural pollen, which is essential for verifying the geographical origin and floral source of the product. This commitment to maintaining pollen distinguishes Natural American Foods from other suppliers that may use high heat or aggressive filtration methods that strip away these natural elements. The company prioritizes supply chain integrity and transparency, adhering to the highest standards of food safety as evidenced by its BRC Global Standards certification. Additionally, Natural American Foods employs rigorous quality assurance practices, including raw lot testing and supplier verification, to ensure the safety and quality of its products.
B&W Quality Growers
Acquisition in 2019
B&W Quality Growers, LLC is a prominent producer, packer, and shipper of specialty leafy greens, particularly known for its baby leaves of watercress, wild rocket arugula, and red watercress. Founded in 1870 and headquartered in Fellsmere, Florida, the company serves wholesale, retail, and food service channels across North America and Europe. With three processing facilities, B&W Quality Growers focuses on delivering high-quality, table-ready baby leaves, ensuring a consistent supply of fresh and healthy greens to their clients in the food industry. The company, initially known as Soltan & Baker Watercress, adopted the name B&W Quality Growers, LLC in 1969, reflecting its commitment to quality and expertise in the growing of distinctive tender leaf salad greens.