Hostess Brands
Acquisition in 2023
Hostess Brands, Inc. is a packaged food company specializing in the development, manufacturing, marketing, sale, and distribution of fresh sweet baked goods across the United States. Founded in 1919 and headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including snack cakes, donuts, sweet rolls, breakfast pastries, cookies, and snack pies. Hostess operates through two primary segments: Sweet Baked Goods, which includes both fresh and frozen offerings under renowned brands such as Hostess, Dolly Madison, Cloverhill, and Big Texas, as well as store-branded products, and In-Store Bakery, which focuses on items like eclairs, madeleines, brownies, and iced cookies sold in grocery and club store bakery sections. Hostess Brands aims to deliver beloved treats to consumers, maintaining a strong presence in the North American market.
Ainsworth Pet Nutrition
Acquisition in 2018
Ainsworth Pet Nutrition Parent, LLC is a fifth-generation, primarily family-owned company that specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of healthy pet food. Founded in 1933 and based in Meadville, Pennsylvania, Ainsworth is dedicated to improving pet health by offering a range of products, including chicken and beef flavor dry dog food, gourmet blend natural dry cat food, and trail mix dog food. The company emphasizes food safety and prepares all of its dry pet food in the United States using high-quality, natural ingredients, complemented by added vitamins and minerals. Ainsworth Pet Nutrition aims to provide pet owners with nutritious recipes at an affordable price, reinforcing its commitment to pet well-being. As of May 2018, it operates as a subsidiary of The J. M. Smucker Company.
Conagra Brands - Wesson Oil Brand
Acquisition in 2017
Wesson oil is a provider of cooking oil. It is useful for Grilling, Broiling, and Frying.
Big Heart Pet Brands
Acquisition in 2015
Big Heart Pet Brands is a leading producer and distributor of pet food and pet snacks, operating primarily in the United States. The company offers a diverse range of products, including both branded and private label dry and wet pet food, as well as various pet snacks. Its well-known brands include Meow Mix, Milk-Bone, Kibbles ‘n Bits, 9Lives, Natural Balance, Pup-Peroni, Gravy Train, Nature’s Recipe, Canine Carry Outs, and Milo’s Kitchen. Big Heart Pet Brands markets its products through a wide array of retail channels, including club stores, supercenters, grocery chains, dollar stores, and pet specialty stores. Established in 1916 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company was formerly known as Del Monte Corporation before rebranding in February 2014. It operates as a subsidiary of The J. M. Smucker Company, focusing on enhancing the relationship between pets and their owners by providing accessible, high-quality food and treats.
Sahale Snacks
Acquisition in 2014
Sahale Snacks, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in producing natural gourmet snacks, primarily focusing on a diverse range of nut blends and fruit mixes. Founded in 2003, the company offers an assortment of products including glazed nuts, seasoned nuts, fruit and nut trail mixes, coconut snacks, and flavored almonds, cashews, and peanuts. Sahale Snacks distributes its products through a variety of retail channels, including natural food stores, supermarket chains, gourmet and specialty shops, cafes, outdoor and recreation stores, health clubs, and hotels. This wide availability allows Sahale Snacks to cater to a broad customer base in both the United States and international markets.
Enray Inc. offers processed and packaged foods and grains.