Financial details of the deal were not disclosed but Taylor Farms said the deal would expand its “global footprint.”
Natures Way Foods is a fresh food manufacturer specialising in the supply of bagged salads, coleslaw and potato salad to major retailers including supermarkets Tesco and Aldi as well foodservice customers.
It employs 1,300 people and has four production sites in Selsey, Runcton, Merston and Drayton. Current employees, executives, and management teams will remain at the company.
Taylor Farms is a North American producer of salads and healthy fresh foods, with production facilities across the US, Canada, Mexico, and most recently in Western Europe.
Taylor Farms and Natures Way Foods said they would collaborate to share best practice and the acquisition would see them accelerate growth and introduce new fresh and healthy products that align with consumer trends.
“At Taylor Farms, our mission has always been to deliver fresh, healthy, and delicious foods that enhance the well-being and quality of our consumers’ lives—and that mission extends beyond North America,” said Bruce Taylor, Chairman and CEO of Taylor Farms.
“We’re excited to partner with Natures Way Foods and expand our global footprint, continuing to provide nutritious, high-quality products around the world.”
Colin Smith, CEO of Natures Way Foods said it was an “exciting time” for the company.
“To be joining forces with the globally respected producer Taylor Fresh Foods is testament to our team’s exceptional work. Our commitment to delivering exceptional fresh food products for our valued customers remains at the centre of everything we do,” said Smith.
“We are known for strong relationships, and for Quality, Service and Value. Being part of the Taylor Fresh Foods family will enable us to further invest, innovate and share best practice to continue to deliver for our customers.”
