Kemin Industries

Kemin Industries is a global manufacturer of health-related products dedicated to enhancing the quality, safety, and efficacy of food, feed, and health solutions. With a commitment to applied science that has spanned over fifty years, Kemin serves customers in more than 120 countries, impacting approximately 3.8 billion people daily. The company's diverse offerings include nutritional ingredients and solutions for various sectors, such as animal health, nutraceuticals, pet food, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, aquaculture, and animal vaccines. Through its innovative products and services, Kemin aims to support the growing global population and address the needs of communities worldwide.

Jason Shelton

Vice President Research and Development

6 past transactions

Bio-Cide International

Acquisition in 2021
Bio-Cide International specializes in the development and manufacturing of products based on stabilized chlorine dioxide and acidified sodium chlorite, focusing on antimicrobial technology for various industries. The company provides effective sanitization solutions for food processing and water treatment, producing a range of sanitizers, disinfectants, deodorizers, and preservatives. These products are designed to eliminate a wide array of disease-causing microorganisms and ensure the safety of red meat, seafood, fruits, and vegetables. With innovative processes, Bio-Cide International has significantly advanced disinfection and sanitation practices globally, serving diverse applications from food safety to industrial uses.

Proteus Industries

Acquisition in 2021
Proteus Industries Inc. is a food ingredient manufacturing company specializing in fish protein products and other animal muscle proteins. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Gloucester, Massachusetts, the company operates manufacturing facilities in both Gloucester and Albertville, Alabama. Proteus Industries offers NutraPure, an all-natural muscle protein that can be applied to various meats, enhancing their moisture content while reducing fat, calories, and sodium. This product is designed for use in both spray and batter applications, contributing to healthier fried or par-fried food options. Additionally, the company focuses on developing poultry proteins for chicken and turkey products, utilizing advanced technology to create low-fat, high-moisture items that improve the taste and yield of cooked foods across seafood, poultry, beef, and pork categories.

Aptimmune

Corporate Round in 2018
Aptimmune is a biotechnology company based in St. Louis, Missouri, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing mucosal vaccines for swine to combat viral diseases, specifically targeting Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome virus (PRRSV) and influenza A virus. Aptimmune employs innovative technologies, including its proprietary pig alveolar macrophage cell line ZMAC, to create effective nasal delivery vaccines. These advancements aim to provide animal breeders with lasting immune responses and enhanced disease protection, contributing to the overall health and productivity of swine populations.

Agri-Marketing Corp.

Acquisition in 2018
Agri-Marketing has enjoyed serving the Canadian agriculture and pet food industries for over 35 years. The combination of providing quality Kemin products along with a dedication to excellence in customer service has been the key to our growth and allowed the company to continue to be held privately. In addition to being the exclusive distributor and licensed manufacturer of Kemin products in Canada we also have the capability to meet your custom manufacturing needs.

Algal Scientific

Acquisition in 2017
Algal Scientific Corporation, founded in 2009 and based in Plymouth, Michigan, specializes in developing and selling algae-based products and technologies for the animal health, human nutrition, and wastewater treatment industries. The company produces Algamune, a beta glucan derived from algae, which enhances the immune health of various livestock and aquatic species, and AlgaGLUCAN, a similar product aimed at human nutraceuticals and functional foods. Additionally, Algal Scientific offers the Hypertrophic wastewater treatment system, designed for the food and beverage sector, which effectively treats dissolved organics, nitrogen, and phosphorus while generating a natural fertilizer co-product. With a focus on sustainable practices, Algal Scientific serves both domestic and international markets, contributing to advancements in health and environmental conservation.

Bactana

Bactana Corporation focuses on researching and developing nutritional products aimed at enhancing microbiome health in livestock and pets. The company has created a product platform called FPS-4, which leverages the beneficial interaction between an animal’s immune system and metabolism to boost productivity while ensuring good health. Bactana's approach includes identifying and isolating beneficial molecules from anaerobic bacteria found in the animal microbiome. The company also targets metabolic conditions and digestive disorders in pets, aiming to develop therapies for issues such as prediabetes and diabetes. Additionally, Bactana is committed to creating sustainable products that reduce the reliance on antibiotics and conserve natural resources in livestock production. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Farmington, Connecticut, Bactana serves cattle farmers primarily in Connecticut and New York.
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